Paul Besong Biography and Net Worth

Director of United Fire Group

Mr. Besong has a strong technical, business and management background, having previously held the position of Senior Vice President of e-Business and Chief Information Officer for Rockwell Collins, a Fortune 500 company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, that provides aviation electronics for both commercial and military aircraft. He was appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer in 2003, serving until 2015. Since 2015, Mr. Besong has served as a director of QCR Holdings, Inc. of Moline, Illinois, a multi-bank holding company. Mr. Besong is a strong community supporter and member of various industry and community boards. He serves on the board of directors of Lean Aerospace Initiative (LAI), Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (Cedar Rapids Area), Mercy Medical Center, Iowa Public Television Foundation and Technology Association of Iowa ("TAI") CIO Advisory Board, where he serves as a member and former chair of the executive board of TAI. Mr. Besong’s business background provides him with a very strong understanding of technological advances critical to the insurance industry. The Board of Directors believes that Mr. Besong’s qualifications to serve as director include his business acumen and distinguished management career as an officer and information technology expert of a Fortune 500 company.

What is Paul E. Besong's net worth?: The estimated net worth of Paul E. Besong is at least $931.51 thousand as of September 18th, 2025. Besong owns 24,494 shares of United Fire Group stock worth more than $931,507 as of February 24th. This net worth estimate does not reflect any other investments that Besong may own. Learn More about Paul E. Besong's net worth.
How do I contact Paul E. Besong?: The corporate mailing address for Besong and other United Fire Group executives is 118 SECOND AVE SE, CEDAR RAPIDS IA, 52407. United Fire Group can also be reached via phone at (319) 399-5700 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Paul E. Besong's contact information.
Has Paul E. Besong been buying or selling shares of United Fire Group?: Paul E. Besong has not been actively trading shares of United Fire Group during the last quarter. Most recently, John Paul E. Besong sold 2,450 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Thursday, September 18th. The shares were sold at an average price of $32.26, for a transaction totalling $79,037.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now directly owns 24,494 shares of the company's stock, valued at $790,176.44. Learn More on Paul E. Besong's trading history.
Who are United Fire Group's active insiders?: United Fire Group's insider roster includes Paul Besong (Director), Scott Carlton (Director), Christopher Drahozal (Director), Matthew Foran (Director), Eric Martin (Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer), Dee Mcintyre (Major Shareholder), George Milligan (Director), James Noyce (Director), Corey Ruehle (VP), Kelly Walsh (Senior Vice President and Chief Underwriting Officer), and Micah Woolstenhulme (VP). Learn More on United Fire Group's active insiders.
Are insiders buying or selling shares of United Fire Group?: During the last year, United Fire Group insiders bought shares 1 times. They purchased a total of 500 shares worth more than $14,500.00. During the last year, insiders at the insurance provider sold shares 3 times. They sold a total of 7,450 shares worth more than $218,137.00. The most recent insider tranaction occured on September, 18th when Director John Paul E Besong sold 2,450 shares worth more than $79,037.00. Insiders at United Fire Group own 6.1% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at United Fire Group.
Information on this page was last updated on 9/18/2025.

Paul E. Besong Insider Trading History at United Fire Group

Transaction Date	Buy/Sell	Number of Shares	Average Share Price	Total Transaction	Shares Held After Transaction	Details
9/18/2025	Sell	2,450	$32.26	$79,037.00	24,494

Paul E. Besong Buying and Selling Activity at United Fire Group

United Fire Group Company Overview

United Fire Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides property and casualty insurance for individuals and businesses in the United States. The company offers commercial and personal lines of property and casualty insurance; and reinsurance coverage for property and casualty insurance. Its commercial lines include fire and allied lines, other liability, automobile, workers' compensation, fidelity and surety coverage, and other insurance products; and personal lines comprise automobile, and fire and allied lines coverage, including homeowners, as well as provides assumed reinsurance products. The company sells its products through a network of independent agencies. United Fire Group, Inc. was incorporated in 1946 and is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Today's Range

Now: $37.72

$37.26

$38.28

50 Day Range

MA: $36.58

$34.35

$39.61

2 Week Range

Now: $37.72

$25.01

$40.63

Volume

118,736 shs

Average Volume

128,193 shs

Market Capitalization

$962.24 million

P/E Ratio

8.42

Dividend Yield

1.66%

Beta

0.46