HARTLEY INSURANCE - Key Persons


Becky Bernatowicz

Becky started her insurance career fresh out of High School in 1989, as a resident of Preston County, where she raise two children. She is proud to call herself the Mom of a Airman serving in the US Air force. As well as her daughter that graduated from WVU in 2021 with a BS degree in geology. Becky holds an insurance license in property & casualty, life insurance, and is a notary. She offers services for bonds, while meeting clients at the Preston County Courthouse for added convenience. Becky, being a born and raise farm girl and equestrian, has the expertise to provide you with a comprehensive farm insurance policy.

Christopher R. Hartley - VP

Job Titles:
  • Vice President
Chris graduated from WVU with a BS in business in 2007. He was happy to join the family business in 2008 and obtained his property & casualty Insurance license. In 2011 he was promoted to Vice President of Hartley Insurance Agency. Chris is charged with completing property inspections and has an extensive knowledge of Preston County's rural areas.

Jeffrey R. Hartley - President

Job Titles:
  • President
Jeff started his insurance career in 1978 and has been successful in many prominent positions since. Those positions include becoming a State Representative for John Deere Insurance, an Account executive for Flat Top Insurance Agency, and a Brokerage Manager for Acordia Insurance Agency. In 1983 he was the recipient of the PIA Scholarship Award. In 1998 Jeff reunited with his father, Howard R. Hartley, and dedicated his years of knowledge to growing Hartley Insurance Agency. Hartley Insurance Agency has been offering their services for over 40 years now and continues to remain dedicated to ensuring their customers receive the best customer service and insurance products available.

Lacinda D. Wiles

Job Titles:
  • Commercial and Personal Lines Agent
Lacinda is a proud Preston County resident that treats her customers like neighbors and friends. She started her Insurance Career in 2001 as a personal lines insurance agent and in 2018 added on commercial lines insurance sales to her portfolio. She is currently licensed with over 20 Insurance Companies with access to several brokers, a notary, and provides premium financing to commercial clients.