Duchscher Agency finds co-owner

Melissa Kapperud is now a partner with Duchscher Insurance of Havre and heads the Gildford office.

"I have always had an interest for insurance," Kapperud said. "I love helping people and I find the insurance industry interesting."

She became co-owner of the business in September after working for the company since November 2011.

"My plans are to continue to grow as an insurance agent and invest into the community and into the business," she said.

Her office specializes in farm and ranch, commercial, crop and home and auto insurance. They also offer life and health insurance.

The Gildford office of five employees has been in business for more than 35 years.

"I'm just passionate about what I do," Kapperud said. "I really love helping people and clients find the best insurance possible and making sure their families are protected."

She and her family live in Gildford, where they have some farm land. She attended Great Falls College Montana State University, earning a degree in business management and marketing and now has two children with her husband, Tyler.