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Craig Plank

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7401 Parklane Rd
Columbia, SC 29223-7617

Near Columbia Place Mall. Across from Albert's Deli. Next to Life Storage.

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ABOUT ME

Step into my office and you'll be met by the smell of fresh baked cookies. It's just one of the special touches I want for my customers. Now in my 28th year with State Farm, and hundreds of pounds of cookie dough later, my passion to protect you - using my heart of a teacher - continues.

I am married to my wonderful bride, Dawndy Mercer Plank. Yes, the WIS TV news anchor.  We enjoy spending time with our three children, Chandler, Chase, and Camille.  Many of our favorite memories as a family are made actively participating in water sports and in our church. 

I have lived in SC since 1980.  I graduated from Socastee High School and the College of Charleston.  Growing up with a father who was a career fighter pilot in the Air Force and a mother, a career high school teacher, you'll quickly understand why I love our military and support our teachers and administrators.

It's a pleasure to serve the Midlands of SC including Richland, Lexington, Kershaw, and Fairfield counties. My experienced team and I are here to help those in the greater Columbia area make wise insurance decisions. On a daily basis, we meet your personal and business insurance needs in a professional manner. 

We look forward to helping you with your auto insurance, home insurance, renters insurance, life insurance, health insurance, business insurance, commercial insurance, workers compensation insurance, and excess liability umbrella insurance.

Our community is very important to me.  That is why I have been actively serving in Richland County my whole career.

  • Richland County Voter Registration and Elect. Commission, Vice Chairman, 2019-Present

  • Richland Two School Board, 2014-2018

  • Richland Two School Board, Chairman, 2017-2018

  • Crossover Communications Foundation, Chairman

  • Columbia Chamber of Commerce, active member

  • Better Business Bureau, active member - A+ Rating

  • Polo Road Elementary, PTO Board Treasurer, 2007-2009

  • Polo Road Elementary, School Improvement Council, Chairman, 2006-2010

  • College of Charleston, BS

  • Active In Continuing Education - Chartered Financial Consultant(R)

  • Agency development coach (ADP I & II)

  • Ambassador Travel Qualifier

  • Agent Contract Date, January 1, 1999

  • Prior State Farm Claim Representative, April 1993 - December 1998

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ABOUT ME

Step into my office and you'll be met by the smell of fresh baked cookies. It's just one of the special touches I want for my customers. Now in my 28th year with State Farm, and hundreds of pounds of cookie dough later, my passion to protect you - using my heart of a teacher - continues.

I am married to my wonderful bride, Dawndy Mercer Plank. Yes, the WIS TV news anchor.  We enjoy spending time with our three children, Chandler, Chase, and Camille.  Many of our favorite memories as a family are made actively participating in water sports and in our church. 

I have lived in SC since 1980.  I graduated from Socastee High School and the College of Charleston.  Growing up with a father who was a career fighter pilot in the Air Force and a mother, a career high school teacher, you'll quickly understand why I love our military and support our teachers and administrators.

It's a pleasure to serve the Midlands of SC including Richland, Lexington, Kershaw, and Fairfield counties. My experienced team and I are here to help those in the greater Columbia area make wise insurance decisions. On a daily basis, we meet your personal and business insurance needs in a professional manner. 

We look forward to helping you with your auto insurance, home insurance, renters insurance, life insurance, health insurance, business insurance, commercial insurance, workers compensation insurance, and excess liability umbrella insurance.

Our community is very important to me.  That is why I have been actively serving in Richland County my whole career.

  • Richland County Voter Registration and Elect. Commission, Vice Chairman, 2019-Present

  • Richland Two School Board, 2014-2018

  • Richland Two School Board, Chairman, 2017-2018

  • Crossover Communications Foundation, Chairman

  • Columbia Chamber of Commerce, active member

  • Better Business Bureau, active member - A+ Rating

  • Polo Road Elementary, PTO Board Treasurer, 2007-2009

  • Polo Road Elementary, School Improvement Council, Chairman, 2006-2010

  • College of Charleston, BS

  • Active In Continuing Education - Chartered Financial Consultant(R)

  • Agency development coach (ADP I & II)

  • Ambassador Travel Qualifier

  • Agent Contract Date, January 1, 1999

  • Prior State Farm Claim Representative, April 1993 - December 1998

Insurance Products

Auto, Home, Business, Property, Life, Health

Other Products

Banking, Mutual Funds, Annuities

FINRA’s BrokerCheck

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7401 Parklane Rd
Columbia, SC 29223-7617

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My mission as your agent is to help you manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected losses you encounter along the way, and work to help you build and maintain a financial plan so you can realize your dreams. Thank you for your business.

I am very proud of my team! Katy, Wendy, and Austin are here to serve you. Each one is competent, knowledgeable, and professional. With their combined 20 years experience in our financial services and insurance products, they truly are your reliable Good Neighbor. Call, email or just come by today! By the way...we have fresh baked cookies.

Katy Sohm State Farm Agent Team Member

Katy Sohm

Office Manager
License #18357102

Hey Y’all!  I'm about to begin my 9th year here at the Craig Plank agency.  I enjoy my role as the Office Manager and my specialties are customer care and providing clarity and answers to your billing questions.

When I'm not at work, I enjoy volunteering at my church, working out at the gym, and watching British TV.

Wendy Gilliard State Farm Agent Team Member

Wendy Gilliard

Personal Account Representative
License #15758765

I have been with the Craig Plank agency for 7 years.  I joined our team after working for nearly 20 years in the legal profession as a paralegal.  With an understanding of the legal system and probate matters, I am passionate about meeting with customers and educating them on their current coverage.

I look forward to working with you to develop an insurance portfolio that covers all your life, health, business, auto and homeowners needs.

I love building relationships with my customers.  I want to help protect what you have worked so hard to achieve.  Then, develop a plan that keeps you from having to worry about the future. 

I am very involved at my church, Calvary Chapel Northeast, where I am the prayer chain administrator and lead Embrace Grace.  I also volunteer with Daybreak Life Care Center. 

When I’m not working or volunteering, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and fur babies.

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Austin Moak

Insurance Account Representative
License #19380615

I am the newest addition to the Plank State Farm Agent Office. I look forward to getting to know you and assisting you with your insurance needs.

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Agent Licenses for Craig Plank
License:SC-1312762
MB License#:1675446
NMLS ID#:1295916
MLO License#:1295916
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