March 23, 2021

This week’s Up-and-Comer is Kaely Hummel, client coordinator, business insurance for Marsh & McLennan Agency.

Name: Kaely Hummel

Age: 22

Hometown: Cherokee, Iowa

What brought you to Sioux Falls?

I was recruited to play basketball at the University of Sioux Falls.

What keeps you in Sioux Falls?

So many opportunities and places to experience! Also, coming from a small town, Sioux Falls is the perfect mix between city living and a small town, and yet it is still close to “home.”

What’s your favorite thing about your job?

The people – my co-workers. Being on the service side, it is different every day!

How did you get connected to your industry?

The University of Sioux Falls has resources in the Academic Success Center to help find a career path. My adviser told me about the summer internship program, and I applied and got it! I love keeping my options open for new industries.

Describe Marsh & McLennan Agency in three words.

 Culture, team, passionate.

What’s your favorite way to give back to your community?

I like to volunteer for any arising opportunities out in the community. I also loving supporting small businesses and shopping local! 

What’s one business you’d like to see in Sioux Falls that isn’t here now?

Dunkin’ Donuts!

Where do you see yourself in five years?

 In the next five years professionally, I see myself in Sioux Falls, learning the industry and growing with MMA in every way that I can! Personally, I want to travel more and take on new adventures and also start a family!