CAMDEN — Deb McDonald, a member of the business insurance team at Allen Insurance and Financial, has earned the designation of Certified Insurance Counselor, one of the insurance industry’s most highly respected designations, according to Allen Insurance, in a news release.

McDonald is an account manager, working with businesses across Maine and the U.S. The Certified Insurance Counselor program is maintained by the National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research. Earning the designation is just a first step on a path of rigorous, annual continuing education.

Allen Insurance and Financial is an employee-owned financial services, insurance and employee benefits company with offices in Rockland, Camden, Belfast, Southwest Harbor and Waterville. Online: AllenIF.com.