Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Opens Pennsylvania Field Operation and Launches New “AUI Staffing” Program

Oak Ridge, TN, April 10, 2009 --(PR.com)-- AUI is excited to announce the hiring of Chris Smith to head up their Bala Cynwyd (a Philadelphia Suburb) regional office in Pennsylvania. He brings over 18 years of experience in the insurance industry, specifically in Workers’ Compensation for both Claims and Underwriting. His underwriting focus for the last 9 years has been on the temporary staffing industry. Chris will serve as the Program Manager in Appalachian’s new “AUI Staffing” Division. Through this new program, AUI is aggressively pursuing Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, and Professional Liability lines of insurance designed for the temporary staffing industry. This program is underwritten by various “A rated” companies and is available Nationwide.

Anyone interested in learning more about our AUI Staffing lines capabilities is encouraged to call Chris Smith at (888) 376-9633, ext 7478, or by email to chris.smith@appund.com.

Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is a full service MGA, providing independent agents a National wholesale outlet to multiple specialized markets for Workers' Compensation, Commercial Specialty, and Personal Lines of insurance. To learn more about Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. please visit www.appund.com.

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