Kayode  Abegunde

Kayode Abegunde

Democrat
  • Political Experience? Yes

Kayode Abegunde is a Democratic candidate for Delaware Insurance Commissioner, running for the position again after his initial campaign in 2020. He brings a wealth of experience in public service, business, and community advocacy. Abegunde holds a bachelor's degree in accounting, a Master’s in Finance, and another MBA in Healthcare Administration. His professional background includes roles as Director of Services and Operations at Keystone Human Services and as Principal Consultant/CEO at Entrepreneurial Consulting LLC. He has also been actively involved in various community roles, such as serving on the Financial Advisory Council for New Castle County and as a past Behavioral and Mental Health Commissioner for the state of Delaware

Key Campaign Issues:

  • Equity: Advocating against discriminatory practices in insurance, such as redlining.
  • Affordability: Working with insurance companies to lower premiums for Delaware residents.
  • Accessibility: Expanding the range of insurance products available in Delaware to reduce monopolies.

Races

RaceElection YearElection LevelElection Type
Insurance Commissioner - Delaware Democratic Primary 2024StatePrimary
Candidates Pct. Votes
Kayode  Abegunde Trinidad Navarro * Winner 74.0%
61,257
Kayode  Abegunde Kayode Abegunde 26.0%
21,569
* = incumbent (100%) precincts reporting
Updated