Whatcom Land Title CEO Ronhaar Earns Prestigious State Award
June 25, 2024

Bill Ronhaar, CEO of Whatcom Land Title, recently received a rare state award from his industry.
Ronhaar was presented the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Washington Land Title Association, only the fourth time in its 119-year history that it has bestowed the award. Ronhaar previously received the Washington Title Professional designation from the WLTA and was named a National Title Professional by the American Land Title Association.
Ronhaar, who has been leading Whatcom Land Title with integrity, vision, and a people-first approach since 2014, has more than 50 years of title industry experience. He served as president of the Washington Land Title Association on three separate occasions.
A graduate of Lynden High School, Ronhaar attended Western Washington State College before entering the title insurance industry. He joined Whatcom Land Title after 30 years in management with Land Title and Escrow Company of Skagit and Island Counties.
“Bill’s career exemplifies dedication, innovation and unparalleled excellence in the title insurance industry,” said Diane Tomb, CEO of the American Land Title Association. “As one of four industry professionals to receive this award, this distinction appropriately recognizes his lifetime of achievement, leadership, vision and impact on the industry. Congratulations to Bill for continually improving the industry and inspiring others.”
Whatcom Land Title offers title insurance and escrow services through its branches in Bellingham (2011 Young St.), Blaine (8105 Birch Bay Square St.), Ferndale (5616 3rd Ave.) and Lynden (507 Front St.). For more information, call any of its four branches at (360) 676-8484 or visit www.WhatcomTitle.com.
Ronhaar was presented the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Washington Land Title Association, only the fourth time in its 119-year history that it has bestowed the award. Ronhaar previously received the Washington Title Professional designation from the WLTA and was named a National Title Professional by the American Land Title Association.
Ronhaar, who has been leading Whatcom Land Title with integrity, vision, and a people-first approach since 2014, has more than 50 years of title industry experience. He served as president of the Washington Land Title Association on three separate occasions.
A graduate of Lynden High School, Ronhaar attended Western Washington State College before entering the title insurance industry. He joined Whatcom Land Title after 30 years in management with Land Title and Escrow Company of Skagit and Island Counties.
“Bill’s career exemplifies dedication, innovation and unparalleled excellence in the title insurance industry,” said Diane Tomb, CEO of the American Land Title Association. “As one of four industry professionals to receive this award, this distinction appropriately recognizes his lifetime of achievement, leadership, vision and impact on the industry. Congratulations to Bill for continually improving the industry and inspiring others.”
Whatcom Land Title offers title insurance and escrow services through its branches in Bellingham (2011 Young St.), Blaine (8105 Birch Bay Square St.), Ferndale (5616 3rd Ave.) and Lynden (507 Front St.). For more information, call any of its four branches at (360) 676-8484 or visit www.WhatcomTitle.com.