05/20/2026
Today we celebrate Dakota Owenby for graduating with her Marketing Degree. In true Dakota fashion, she mentioned it casually last week—almost as an afterthought—while we were texting about a client, noting she didn’t want to share until it was official. Well, it is official, and we couldn’t be more proud. So we threw her a surprise party in the office today. We gifted her a spa day with massage, facial, mani, pedi.......the works. She deserves it!
Over the past two years, Dakota has:
• Taken on leadership of our SBU
• Earned her CIC designation
• Joined the Advisory Board for AmTrust
• Completed two-year Chair position for Highlands Circle United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
• ………and so much more
All of this while completing her degree.
Dakota, the consistency of your drive, humility, and work ethic is something special. From joining our team at 19 to the leader you are today, it has truly been a privilege for all of us to witness your growth and success. You set the standard in more ways than one.
Even more impressive, you balance it all while being a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and friend.
We are incredibly proud of you and grateful for all you do for our team and organization. You inspire us every day.
Congratulations, Dakota!
