Insurance Solutions Since 1942
About Dreher Insurance Agency
Dreher Insurance Agency is built on a legacy of personal relationships and trustworthy service, supporting Stroudsburg, PA, and surrounding areas in the Poconos region. Recognizing the unique needs of each individual and company, we assign a single point of contact to every client, fostering familiarity and personalized attention. With a focus on auto and home insurance among commercial insurance options and much more, we take pride in our ability to tailor solutions that secure your most valuable assets.
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Our Staff
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Ted has 30 years of insurance experience, a BS degree in Insurance from Pennsylvania State University, and is a licensed agent for Property/Casualty, Bonds, Life, and Health. Ted earned the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter in 1992. The Certified Insurance Counselor in 1994 and the Associate in Risk Management in 1996.
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Brenda has been an associate since 1992. She handles the accounts receivable and payable.
Kathy Mullins Shoudt
CIC, CISR
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Kathleen is a Monroe County native where she has lived her entire life. She is a graduate of Stroudsburg High School and Shippensburg State College. After teaching in the business department at a local high school for 2 years, she joined her family’s independent insurance agency, the Harry A. Mullins Insurance Agency, Inc., where she was employed for over 39 years. She became a part owner and President and eventually the sole owner. She earned her Certified Insurance Service Representative and Certified Insurance Counselor designation during that time.
Kathleen joined the Dreher Insurance Agency, Inc. team after the merger of the Mullins Agency and Dreher Agency January 1, 2024 where she works on a part time basis servicing many of her former client’s needs.
She was a former member of the Kiwanis Club of Stroudsburg where she also served on the Board of the Club and Foundation. She also served as a Board member of the Independent Insurance Agents of Pennsylvania, The East Stroudsburg University Foundation and the Pocono Mountains Chamber of Commerce. She is a member of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church.
Kathleen is a proud mother of two grown children, Katie and Michael. Katie followed in her mother’s footsteps and was employed by the Mullins Agency for over 20 years before joining the Dreher Agency team January 1, 2024. She also has five grandchildren which she enjoys spending time with.
She is an avid Philadelphia Eagles football fan and enjoys watching football games as well as watching Philadelphia Phillies baseball games. She enjoys cruises and trips to Vermont to visit her son and two of her grandchildren and trips to New York City to see Broadway shows. Kathleen resides in East Stroudsburg.
Marian Gray
Administrative Assistant
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Marian has spent her career in the hospitality management field as a comptroller and operations manager. Her grandparents moved to the Poconos in 1921 and started a summer resort until it closed in 1989, which is where she gathered her experience to continue in the hospitality field until 2015. Then she joined the team at Mullins Insurance doing customer service and accounting until December 2023. Now, she has joined the team at Dreher Insurance as an Administrator Assistant. Born and raised in East Stroudsburg, Marian has a daughter, Alicia, and a son, Dakota, and five grandchildren, Olivia, Kaleb, Caiden, Lukas, and Aubree.
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Philip has over 10 years of experience in the insurance industry. His employment background includes the banking and automotive industries. He is furthering his education by working on additional designations within the insurance industry.
Carmenn Stine Widdoss
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Rhonda Williams
Account Executive
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With over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, Rhonda Williams is a valued member of our Personal Lines department. Her extensive knowledge is complemented by her studies at Churchman’s Business School and Lock Haven University. Rhonda launched her career as a personal line agent in the late eighties, quickly establishing herself as a dedicated professional. She earned her Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) designation in the late nineties and was just honored with the “25 Years of Excellence” award from the Society of Certified Insurance Services Representative. This accolade reflects her unwavering commitment to professionalism and superior customer service.
At the Dreher Agency, Rhonda’s primary focus is ensuring her clients have the necessary coverage to protect themselves, their property, and their families. She prides herself on developing personal relationships with her clients, driven by integrity, expertise, and dedication. Rhonda collaborates with multiple insurance carriers to tailor the best solutions for each customer’s unique needs. Outside of work, Rhonda enjoys an active lifestyle. You can often find her swimming laps or playing pickleball. She also loves kayaking, hiking, biking, and traveling.
Katie Ace
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Katie began her insurance career in 2004 at her family’s business, working alongside her mother, Kathleen Mullins, at The Harry A Mullins Insurance Agency. Mullins Insurance was in operation for over 50 years until the recent purchase by The Dreher Agency. She gets joy in helping her personal lines clients obtain valuable policies, assist with answering questions, and be there for them throughout the claims process if needed. Katie and her husband reside in Stroudsburg, where they own and operate The Cure Café in downtown Stroudsburg. Her greatest joy is being a mother to her 3 young children.
Our History
1942
Walter H. Dreher started his namesake agency in Stroudsburg, PA, offering insurance and real estate services to the Pocono Mountain region.
1953
Mr. Dreher moved from the first location to the current location. Aetna Casualty and Surety was the first company Mr. Dreher represented.
1968
Upon retirement, Mr. Dreher sold his agency to Wally G. Butz, a former employee and then-principal at Pleasant Valley School District.
1972
Mr. Butz acquired Eden & Walters Agency in December, with valuable agent Vera Walters aiding customer retention until her retirement at age 75 in January 1986.
1974
In January, Aetna sponsored William Getz as an outside salesman for 36 months to boost agency production, leading to his 42-year tenure until retirement in 2018.
1979
The Walter H. Dreher Agency was incorporated on September 1. The stock was split between Wally G. Butz, President, and Doris S. Butz, Secretary/Treasurer.
1983
On September 1, The Dreher Agency, Inc. purchased the Donald A. Robbins Agency in Tannersville, PA.
1987
Ted Butz joined the agency full-time on May 15, after two summer terms and graduating with a B.S. in Risk Management & Insurance from Penn State on May 12, 1987.
1989
On January 1, they purchased The Francis Gochal Agency, which was in Bartonsville, PA, and merged into the Stroudsburg office instead of opening another branch.
1991
The Allen L. Buskirk Agency in Wind Gap was purchased on February 1. That office remained open for several years and later merged into the Stroudsburg office.
1992
On January 1, Ted Butz became the owner by purchasing all outstanding stock, completing the transfer from Wally and Doris, with growth through acquisitions and production.
1992
On January 1, Ted Butz became the owner by purchasing all outstanding stock, completing the transfer from Wally and Doris, with growth through acquisitions and production.
2024
On January 1, the Harry A. Mullins Agency, Inc., located on Monroe Street, Stroudsburg, PA, was acquired from Kathleen Mullins Shoudt and merged into The Dreher office.
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