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The Michigan Counties Workers’ Compensation Fund (MCWCF) was founded in 1979 by 10 Michigan counties to provide a self-insured program for public entities at a reasonable price. For nearly 40 years, the MCWCF has met the unique workers’ compensation insurance, claims servicing and loss control service needs of public agencies. We consist of more than 80 members throughout Michigan and are governed by our Board of Trustees.

CompOne

CompOne Administrators, a Michigan-based firm, is a member of the FDI Group of Companies and has extensive experience with public entities. For the past 45 years, the FDI Group has worked to assemble a dynamic group of insurance services companies. As an organization dedicated to providing complete insurance services across multiple disciplines, the FDI Group Insurance Services Company is guided by three dominant principles: Integrity. Continuity. Innovation.

Board of Trustees

Our Board of Trustees currently consists of 11 county commissioners from member counties. They are committed to long-term financial principles that allow the fund to maintain a dividend program that is unmatched in our industry.

Douglas Johnson, President, Otsego County
Doug Johnson has owned and operated a commercial printing shop in Gaylord for more than 40 years. He’s served on the Otsego County Board of Commissioners for 37 years, and is currently the vice chairman. He spent 25 years on the board at First National Bank in Gaylord. Doug has more than 30 years of experience on the MCWCF Board. He’s been married to Sherry for 46 years, and they have three children and nine grandchildren.

Robert Showers, Vice President, Clinton County
Bob Showers is the chair of the Clinton County Board of Commissioners, and joined the MCWCF Board in 2016. He worked with the fund during his 40 years in insurance, and appreciates the owner-operated nature, which allows members more financial and investment control.

Jack Shattuck, Vice President, Ionia County
Jack is a third-generation farmer, growing corn and soybeans on his family farm in Portland. He’s served on the Ionia County Board of Commissioners for 21 years, and is currently chair. For more than 10 years, he’s enjoyed the involvement in and chance to direct the MCWCF, promoting its reputation for efficiency. In his spare time, Jack enjoys hunting, fishing (especially in Alaska) and downhill skiing.

Thomas Bardwell, Tuscola County
In addition to serving on the MCWCF Board, Thomas is the chair of the Tuscola County Board of Commissioners, where he has been a member for more than a decade. He’s also a past president of the Michigan Association of Counties and is currently a member of the MAC Finance Committee.

Joe Bonovetz, Gogebic County
A native of Bessemer, Joe served our nation in the Vietnam War, and then served his hometown as mayor (12 years) and city councilor (24 years). Joe worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier for 34 years. These days, he serves as a Gogebic County commissioner (10 years) and joined the MCWCF Board in 2016 to help people injured at work put their lives back together. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, including his wife Debbie, two sons and grandchildren.

Bryan Kolk, Newaygo County
Bryan Kolk, a Newaygo County commissioner, joined the MCWCF Board in 2019. Kolk’s background is in law enforcement, having served with the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Office for 32 years. He continues to serve in a part-time role with the Fremont Police Department. Born in Grand Haven, Kolk grew up in New Era. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in criminal justice from Ferris State University. He was elected to the Newaygo Board of Commissioners in 2016 and is serving as the board’s chair in 2019.

Michael Newman, Cheboygan County
Michael served his community in law enforcement, spending 16 years as the Cheboygan County undersheriff and retiring after 38 years of overall service. He joined the MCWCF board in 2016 because, as a former customer, he appreciated the professionalism, knowledge and quick response of the staff and administrators.

Gary Sauer, Benzie County
Gary Sauer is in his second term on the Benzie County Board of Commissioners and is serving in 2018 as the board’s chair. He was appointed Benzie’s representative to the MCWCF Board in early 2018. Sauer served 35 years as a postal carrier and worked for 20 years as a residential builder. He is a fourth-generation cherry farmer and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with his granddaughters in his spare time.

Darlene Sensor, Roscommon County
Darlene Sensor is from the Prudenville area where she manages Christler Funeral Home. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University and has been with Christler since 1999. Darlene is passionate about helping the families she serves, bringing comfort during a most difficult time. Ms. Sensor is an active member of the Roscommon County Board Commissioners and serves on several local and statewide boards. In her free time, Darlene loves to work on her golf game.

Nicholas Fiani, Livingston County
Commissioner Nick Fiani is the vice chair for the Livingston County Board of Commissioners and serves as chair for the board’s Finance and Asset Management Committee. Commissioner Fiani is also honored to serve as a member of the Courts, Public Safety, & Infrastructure Development Committee, Personnel Committee, Retiree Health Care Plan Board of Trustees, Retirement Plan Advisory Committee, Tax Allocation Board and the Drain Board.

John Malnar, Delta County
John Malnar began his 32-year career in the automotive industry in 1983 at a Ford-authorized engine rebuilder. After a year at an import dealership in 1990, he moved to Riverside Auto Sales where he was the service manager for 20 years. In this role, he handled warranties, trained employees, and managed accounts receivables for seven stores until his retirement in March 2015. John has served three terms as a Delta County commissioner.