Ryan Pessell

Agency Owner/Commercial Insurance Professional

info@hitchingsinsurance.com

A graduate of Tiffin University, Ryan brings a wealth of institutional knowledge to the agency. He began his career in claims with The Hartford, gaining a backend understanding of the industry that remains invaluable to his clients today. Since joining our team in 2008, he has become a cornerstone of our leadership, stepping into the role of Managing Partner in 2016.

Ryan specializes in commercial and farm insurance, where his extensive experience allows him to navigate complex risk profiles with ease. By combining his claims-side perspective with nearly two decades of agency expertise, Ryan provides our business and agricultural partners with strategic, high-level protection and advocacy.

Posts By Ryan Pessell

  • Selling an Insurance Agency

    Navigating the Details of Selling an Insurance Agency

    Updated: January 9, 2026

    There are a lot of things to consider long before being ready to sell an insurance agency. If this is uncharted territory, you may be [...]

  • OMIG Top Performing Agency

    Hitchings Insurance Agency Honored by Ohio Mutual Insurance Group as Top Performing Agency

    Updated: January 9, 2026

    HONORED IN TOP 10 FOR OUTSTANDING PROFITABLE GROWTH FINDLAY – Hitchings Insurance Agency, Inc. has been recognized by Ohio Mutual Insurance Group President and CEO [...]

  • Independent Insurance Agency

    What is an Independent Agency?

    Updated: January 9, 2026

    Insurance policies are confusing. They are full of jargon. The details leave your head spinning. Some people may even fall asleep trying to read a [...]