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PLM has long been dedicated to the wood products and insurance industries it serves.

We believe our knowledge of the industries we serve allows us to build longstanding relationships with our customers based on our “shared value and mutual purpose”. Our dedication and expertise has not gone unnoticed. We strive as a company and as individuals to remain ahead of these industries as they evolve so that we can always provide the most current and useful news and information to our customers. As a mutual insurance company, our main commitment is to you.

The PLM Exchange

In 1886, a group of lumbermen formed The Lumbermens Exchange to join forces to reduce expenses, increase buying power, and share information and services. It was also through their mutual needs and values that PLM was born. In the spirit of this group, we present The PLM Exchange, our blog where we can share our industry-specific knowledge, ideas, and resources with our stakeholders and the wood community.
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Wood-Products Industry News & Articles

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PLM News & Announcements

May 6, 2025

PLM Welcomes Two New Members to its Board of Directors

PHILADELPHIA — April 29, 2025 – Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM), the largest mutual insurer dedicated to wood-related businesses, appointed two new members to its Board of Directors: Steve Sallah and Don Blackwell, CPA. Sallah and Blackwell have a proven track record with careers in financial leadership positions at major lumber and building materials… [Read More]

January 7, 2025

PLM Kicks off New Year with Leadership Moves, Promotions

PHILADELPHIA — Jan. 6, 2025 – Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM), the largest mutual insurer dedicated to wood-related businesses, today announces several leadership changes and promotions within the company’s executive staff. The changes are part of PLM’s strategy to enhance the organization’s profitability and growth and prepare for the future, while recognizing the changing… [Read More]

December 6, 2023

HDI Global Insurance Company Acquires Indiana Lumbermens Insurance Company

Chicago, IL, December 5, 2023 – HDI Global Insurance Company (HDI) has strengthened its position in the U.S. market with the acquisition of Indiana Lumbermens Insurance Company (ILIC), a subsidiary of Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM). HDI has purchased one hundred percent (100%) of the shares of ILIC from PLM. The trans-action closed on… [Read More]

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9/2020 – Best’s Review – Issues & Answers: Mutual Success

2/01/2020 –AM Best TV – Celebrating the company’s 125th anniversary.

9/26/2017 – AM Best TV – Pennsylvania Lumbermens John Smith: Storm Rebuilding Good for Wood Business, Its Insurers

5/15/2017 –AM Best TV – Pennsylvania Lumbermens Steve Firko: From Little Sparks Big Losses Grow.

Awards & Accolades

February 11, 2021

PLM recognized as one of the 2021 Top Workplaces in the US.

August 30, 2020

PLM recognized as a 2020 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer.

March 1, 2019

PLM recognized as a 2019 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer.

November 1, 2018

PLM presented a check for $44,820 and 300 smoke detectors to the Philadelphia Fire Department Foundation during the Insurance Society of Philadelphia’s (ISOP) annual Independence Gala.

October 4, 2018

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual CEO John K. Smith to be Honored at Independence Gala

October 4, 2018—Philadelphia, Pennsylvania— Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM), the largest mutual insurer dedicated to wood-related businesses, is proud to announce that its President and CEO John K. Smith will be honored with the Distinguished Leadership Award at the Insurance Society of Philadelphia (ISOP) Independence Gala on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. The Distinguished Leadership… [Read More]

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Subscribe to Newsletter

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Newsletter Archive

View Lumber Memo Archive
View Producer Update Archive
Videos

Videos

9/2020 – Best’s Review – Issues & Answers: Mutual Success

2/01/2020 –AM Best TV – Celebrating the company’s 125th anniversary.

9/26/2017 – AM Best TV – Pennsylvania Lumbermens John Smith: Storm Rebuilding Good for Wood Business, Its Insurers

5/15/2017 –AM Best TV – Pennsylvania Lumbermens Steve Firko: From Little Sparks Big Losses Grow.

Awards & Accolades

Awards & Accolades

February 11, 2021

PLM recognized as one of the 2021 Top Workplaces in the US.

August 30, 2020

PLM recognized as a 2020 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer.

March 1, 2019

PLM recognized as a 2019 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer.

November 1, 2018

PLM presented a check for $44,820 and 300 smoke detectors to the Philadelphia Fire Department Foundation during the Insurance Society of Philadelphia’s (ISOP) annual Independence Gala.

October 4, 2018

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual CEO John K. Smith to be Honored at Independence Gala

October 4, 2018—Philadelphia, Pennsylvania— Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM), the largest mutual insurer dedicated to wood-related businesses, is proud to announce that its President and CEO John K. Smith will be honored with the Distinguished Leadership Award at the Insurance Society of Philadelphia (ISOP) Independence Gala on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. The Distinguished Leadership… [Read More]

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Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company
One Commerce Square
2005 Market Street, Suite 1200
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Toll Free: 1.800.752.1895
Fax: 215.625.9097
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