Celeste Allen, CPCU, CLU, ChFC, FLMI, has more than 28 years’ experience in the insurance industry, having worked in claims, underwriting, business analysis and information technology. She currently is a manager with State Farm. Allen’s leadership experiences led her to strengthen her community service participation and make a difference in the lives of young people in her community, including those at-risk. Allen also is a member of two major public service organizations. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Temple University, a master’s of business administration degree from Illinois State University and a master’s degree in executive leadership from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.