Ed Deford

Ed DeFord serves as the Marketing Director at State Farm since May 2023, overseeing a range of insurance products including auto, homeowners, and life insurance. Prior to this role, Ed held the position of Vice President of Sales at Mono Slab® EZ Form, where responsibilities included managing a frost-protected foundation forming system. Ed has also contributed to MGM Association Management as a Sales Manager, expanding the company's presence in homeowner association management, and worked as Customer Development Manager and Purchasing Agent at Gem State Paper and Supply, focusing on marketing and inventory management. Early career experience includes a Sales Representative role at Kinetico of Magic Valley, emphasizing public relations and customer service. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Training and Development-Corporate Training from Idaho State University and an Associate’s Degree from the College of Southern Idaho.