Dan Shubert of Shubert and Associates was named 2008 Best in Company by Encompass Insurance.

His firm has offices in Moody and Calera.

The award recognizes his role in leading a successful local business and serving the needs of customers and the community. Shubert and his team are dedicated to helping customers meet their protection needs.

“Dan consistently exceeds customer expectations,” said Ken Branch, assistant vice president for Encompass.

“That commitment is the foundation of his ongoing success.”

Best in Company is the highest honor an agent can receive in the Encompass awards program. Despite today’s challenging marketplace, Shubert won the award for the third consecutive year.

More than 5,100 independent agencies sell Encompass and Allstate-brand automobile, homeowner and related insurance products to 1.8 million customers across the country. Part of the Allstate group of companies, Encompass is one of the nation’s largest companies to provide protection through independent insurance agencies. More information can be found at www.encompassinsurance.com.