Cordelia Ball and Frenchi Mack II Named 2025 Recipients of the Hylant Risk Management & Insurance Endowed Scholarship

Toledo, OH – March 20, 2025 – The Hylant Family Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Hylant Risk Management & Insurance Endowed Scholarship at Butler University: Frenchi Mack II and Cordelia Ball. This scholarship supports the next generation of leaders in the risk management and insurance industry by providing critical financial assistance to outstanding students in Butler University’s Andre B. Lacy School of Business and the Davey Risk Management Program.

Frenchi Mack II, from Bowie, Maryland, is a junior majoring in risk management and insurance. He is also a dedicated student-athlete, playing as a defensive lineman for the Butler Bulldogs football team. His commitment to both academics and athletics exemplifies the resilience and leadership the Hylant scholarship seeks to reward.

Cordelia Ball, from Elkhart, Indiana, is a sophomore majoring in risk management and insurance. She has demonstrated incredible perseverance and dedication to her education, balancing 30 to 40 hours of work per week along with 14 hours of coursework and various extracurricular activities.

These exceptional students reflect the scholarship’s mission to recognize and support driven individuals committed to excelling in risk management and insurance while overcoming financial barriers.

“The Hylant Family Foundation is honored to support students like Frenchi and Cordelia who demonstrate both exceptional academic promise and personal determination,” said Richard Hylant, Chief Insurance Officer. “Our ongoing partnership with Butler University allows us to invest in the future of the insurance and risk management industry by empowering young professionals with the resources they need to succeed.”

This scholarship is part of Hylant’s $1 million commitment to Butler University’s Lacy School of Business, reinforcing a shared vision of nurturing talent in the industry.

“The Hylant Risk Management & Insurance Endowed Scholarship is an important investment in our students,” said Craig Caldwell, Dean of Butler University’s Andre B. Lacy School of Business. “Frenchi and Cordelia embody the hard work, resilience, and potential that we strive to cultivate in the Davey Risk Management Program. We are grateful to Hylant for their continued support in shaping the future of our industry.”

The Hylant Family Foundation’s commitment to education and professional growth reflects its dedication to fostering excellence in the risk management and insurance field. By reducing financial barriers, the foundation continues to provide opportunities for talented students to excel and make a lasting impact in their careers.