Ethan Hamby

President

Ethan is a North Carolina native who studied and graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Risk Management and Insurance. Ethan has extensive prior claims experience working for two major carriers, holding one professional designation as a Certified Insurance Counselor, and is currently working towards his Certified Risk Manager designation. Ethan holds multiple licenses and serves as the company’s President. Ethan’s leadership has positioned The CRIG as a fully independent agency with big & broad market access and a small-town feel. He’s got a bulldog approach when it comes to serving his clients and looks forward to tackling the next risk. Ethan is a second-generation Principal Agent who has spent the last 15 years educating, managing, and servicing valued clients. Ethan is actively working towards leaving a legacy far beyond the world of insurance and with big plans to have a lasting impact. Don't be surprised if you call The CRIG and Ethan answers the phone! He works alongside his team as an Agent for both personal & commercial accounts as well. Ethan has been married since 2021 to his beautiful wife Brittany, who are expecting their (first) son in 2025. Ethan enjoys the outdoors, motorsports, anything competitive and challenging, church on Sundays, and a good laugh. You’ll typically find Ethan at the golf course, on the mountain, or hard at work at his desk.