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Joseph Nawa Promoted to Vice President at RT New Day
Joseph Nawa has been promoted to vice president within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. For the past five years, he has been integral to the company’s new business efforts within its Southern U.S. region, while developing and... - February 26, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
California Entertainment Insurance Agency Discusses Special Event Insurance
The entertainment insurance brokers at MFE insurance, a California entertainment insurance agency, released a blog educating readers on some common injuries at music festivals and how to prepare for them. - February 23, 2019 - MFE Insurance
ArtInsuranceNow.com Offers Comprehensive Art Collectors Insurance Policies
ArtInsuranceNow.com / Bernard Fleischer & Sons Inc. provides policies to make it easy for collectors of all kinds to protect their valuable collections. - February 22, 2019 - Bernard Fleischer & Sons Inc.
National General Insurance Holding Open House Feb. 25th from 9am to 6pm
National General Insurance is expanding in Winston-Salem. NatGen will be hiring 30+ Inside Sales Agents at their Winston-Salem main office. - February 21, 2019 - National General Insurance
Majority of Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Made by Women Reports AALTCI
Nearly two-thirds of long-term care insurance claim benefits are paid to women according to the latest study conducted by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). "Women account for 64 percent of long-term care insurance claims, men for 36 percent," explains Jesse... - February 21, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Powers Insurance and Risk Management Hires Two Team Members
Samantha Hentschke and Luke Wittenberg are newest additions to growing agency. - February 16, 2019 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Spring Awareness Campaign Announced
A Spring consumer awareness campaign is being launched by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The effort will support the nearly 1,000 Medicare insurance agents listed on the national directory of Medicare insurance specialists. - February 15, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Drew Rothman of RT New Day to Address Wood-Frame Construction Trends & Challenges at CLM Annual Conference
Drew Rothman of RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice will address the wood-frame construction boom and the challenges confronting today’s contractors at the 2019 CLM Annual Conference to be held March 13 – 15 at the Orlando World... - February 14, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
BFBond.com / Bernard Fleischer & Sons Inc. Announces Mechanic’s Lien Release Bond Program
BFBond.com / Bernard Fleischer & Sons Inc. has created an online process for obtaining a Mechanic's Lien Release Bond fast and efficiently. - February 14, 2019 - Bernard Fleischer & Sons Inc.
Medicare and Senior Insurance Conference Exhibitors Announced by Medicare Supplement Association
The list of companies exhibiting at the 2019 National Medicare and Senior Insurance Summit was announced by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The event is the largest conference exclusively focused on Medigap insurance and takes place June 5-7, 2019 in Atlanta. - February 14, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
SAN Group’s Annual Business Meeting & Conference Set for May 1, 2019
The one-day event will be held at the DCU Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. - February 14, 2019 - SAN Group
Largest Individual Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Now Exceeding $2 Million Reports AALTCI
The largest long-term care insurance claims now exceed $2 million according to a just released study by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - February 13, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Announces Partner Arrangement with Western Marketing
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced an arrangement with Western Marketing, a national distributor of senior insurance products. The program will help agents generate Medicare Supplement insurance prospects. - February 09, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
2019 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index for 60 Year Olds Released by AALTCI
The annual long-term care insurance price index for 60-year-old couples was released by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. The organization shared money saving strategies that can benefit millions of older Americans. - February 08, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Offers New Marketing Tools for Agents
New marketing tools for agents offering Medicare Supplement insurance protection were just made available from the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - February 07, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
SterlingRisk Insurance Hires Steven Guthart as President, Chief Marketing Officer
SterlingRisk Insurance, one of the nation’s top independently owned insurance brokerages, has hired Steven Guthart as President and Chief Marketing Officer. Guthart brings more than 30 years of industry experience and technical expertise to SterlingRisk, having built robust senior carrier... - February 07, 2019 - SterlingRisk Insurance
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Adds Four New Team Members to the Workers’ Compensation Division
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the hiring of four Workers’ Compensation underwriting professionals to the St. Peters, MO office. Tara Regan-Collins, Sr. Underwriter Tara is a seasoned insurance professional, previously working with another national MGA where was Senior... - February 07, 2019 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Daniela Compton Joins RT New Day as Account Administrator
Daniela Compton has been named an account administrator within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. She is responsible for providing the company’s executives with ongoing sales, account management, claims and policy servicing... - February 05, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Highest Cost States for Private Nursing Home Room Reported by Long-Term Care Insurance Association
The 10 states reporting the highest cost for a private nursing home room were reported by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Jesse Slome, AALTCI director, noted most consumers benefit from some insurance coverage for home care and to share some of cost risk. - February 02, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
LA Specialty Insurance Agency Discusses Dram Shop Liability Insurance
MFE Insurance, a Los Angeles specialty insurance agency, recently released a blog educating readers on liquor liability insurance. - February 02, 2019 - MFE Insurance
Normandy Insurance Company Expands Coverage to Oklahoma
Florida-based workers' compensation carrier Normandy Insurance Company is now offering workers’ compensation to small, mid-size, and large businesses in Oklahoma. This marks the second major expansion by the multi-state insurer since the beginning of the year when they announced their... - January 31, 2019 - Normandy Insurance Company
Mullilgan Insurance Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
New Columbia, Mo. insurance agency becomes member of association. - January 30, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
IGI Life Insurance Launches IGI Life Vitality to Help Pakistan’s People Become Healthier
IGI Life Insurance and Vitality Group, a subsidiary of Discovery Limited, today announced the launch of IGI Life Vitality, a first-of-its kind Shared-Value Insurance offering in Pakistan. - January 29, 2019 - IGI Life Insurance
First Service Credit Union Member Wins $50,000 in Cash Rewards Sweepstakes
One lucky member of First Service Credit Union was handed a check for $50,000 after winning the grand prize in the credit union’s 2018 Cash Rewards Sweepstakes. The lucky winner, Dennis Sanders of Lake Jackson has been a member of First Service since 2005. Sanders has remained a First... - January 27, 2019 - First Service Credit Union
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association to End Early Registration Savings
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced the cut-off date for early registration for the 2019 national Medigap insurance industry summit. - January 26, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Christopher Jeffery Promoted to Account Manager at RT New Day
Christopher Jeffery has been promoted to account manager within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. Since joining RT New Day in 2017, Jeffery has supported the practice’s production teams by creating sales proposals, developing... - January 24, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Central California Alliance for Health Recognizes Merced County Physicians and Clinics for Improved Health Practices
Alliance “Quality” Awards Based on Rigorous National Health Measures Resulting in Improved Patient Care in Diabetes, Bronchitis, and Child Wellness - January 24, 2019 - Central California Alliance for Health
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Announces 2019 Conference Program
The program for the 2019 National Medigap insurance industry summit was announced today by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The national industry conference takes place June 5-7 in Atlanta. - January 24, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Webinar - Power Boost Your Current Agency Management System with InsuredMine
In this webinar, learn how to beat the competitors with the help of a smart and powerful Agency Portal developed by InsuredMine that power boosts your agency's current management systems. The purpose of this webinar is to explore all the ways InsuredMine’s Agency Portal can help independent agents learn, navigate, and quickly adapt and maximize their current book of business. - January 22, 2019 - InsuredMine
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Launches Ad Effort
A print advertising effort is being initiated by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. Ads will promote the 2019 National Medigap Industry Summit that takes place June 5-7 in Atlanta, GA. - January 19, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
California Entertainment Insurance Agency Educates on Production Insurance
MFE Insurance, a California entertainment insurance agency, recently released a blog educating readers on the different types of production insurance policies it offers. - January 19, 2019 - MFE Insurance
Normandy Insurance Company Announces Expansion of Coverage to Texas
Florida-based workers' compensation carrier Normandy Insurance Company is now offering workers’ compensation insurance to small, mid-size, and large businesses in Texas. This marks the fourth major expansion by the multi-state insurer in the past two years. Normandy now offers workers’... - January 18, 2019 - Normandy Insurance Company
Branford, CT Home to Trager Reznitsky Insurance’s Second Location
The agency’s second location officially opened on January 2, 2019 at 707 Main Street. - January 17, 2019 - SAN Group
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes Workers’ Compensation Manager, John Travis
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of John Travis as Manager of Workers’ Compensation Operations. - January 17, 2019 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Mid-State Adds Executive HR Consultant
Mid-State HR is pleased to introduce Tammy Halsey, Executive Employment Advisor, providing HR professionals with expert services ranging from compliance to group health alter-native funding. As a member of the growing Mid-State HR team, she is passionate about making a positive impact on area... - January 16, 2019 - The Mid-State Group
Long Term Care Insurance Industry Paid $10.3 Billion in Claims in 2018 Reports AALTCI
The long-term care insurance industry paid a record $10.3 Billion in claims last year according to a just released report by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 16, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Bottom Line Solutions ASCEND Conference Offers C-Suite Opportunity to Attendees
On Thursday, January 24, 2019, owners and principals of more than 150 independent employee benefits agencies will assemble for the Fourth Annual "ASCEND – The NextGen Benefits Growth & Leadership Summit" at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee. As our nation... - January 14, 2019 - Bottom Line Solutions, Inc.
Michael W. Drummond, AAMS®, Financial Advisor, Earns CEP®
The National Institute of Certified Estate Planners (NICEP) is pleased to announce the graduation of Mr. Michael W. Drummond from the Certified Estate Planner™ course. Mr. Drummond has successfully completed the advanced course work and qualifying examination to earn the professional... - January 14, 2019 - Drummond Wealth Management of Raymond James & Associates
Mexico Auto Insurance is Now Mandatory
Mexico Auto Insurance became a legal requirement on for all vehicles traveling on Mexican federal highways on January 1, 2019. - January 10, 2019 - Mexpro.com
Auffenberg Insurance Services Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
New insurance agency becomes member of alliance. - January 10, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Scholarships for Medicare Supplement Insurance Summit Offered by Association
Insurance agents who market Medicare insurance products are eligible for special scholarships being offered by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The scholarships are for the national Medigap industry conference taking place this June in Atlanta. - January 10, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
SafetyTek Now Includes Business Owners Coverage
Stuckey & Company Helps Agents and Brokers Close the Gap for Technology Clients - January 10, 2019 - Stuckey & Company
SAN Group Names Mike Terry as Regional Vice President of Southern/Eastern Connecticut and Rhode Island
Terry will be responsible for membership service, business development, and insurance company relations for all SAN Group member agencies in his territory. - January 09, 2019 - SAN Group
Insurance Navy Brokers Brings Affordable Insurance to Aurora
The fastest-growing insurance agency in Illinois opens a new office in Aurora, Illinois. - January 07, 2019 - Insurance Navy
Long-Term Care Insurance Costs Rise According to Association's 2019 Price Index
While costs for long-term care insurance have risen slightly, many consumers overlook techniques to save money explains the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - January 07, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Agency Directory Launched by Association
A national directory of agencies who support insurance agents selling Medicare Supplement insurance solutions has been launched by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - January 05, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
RMC Group Employees Pass Florida State Insurance Exam
RMC Group is pleased to announce that three team members have passed their Resident General Lines Insurance Exam. Jessica Saba, Sema Eren, and Austin Brunner passed their state exam and are now licensed 2-20 Property and Casualty Agents. The 2-20 Resident General Lines License allows an individual... - December 31, 2018 - RMC Group
10 Largest States with Long-Term Care Insurance Policyholders Show Slight Declines Reports AALTCI
States with the largest number of long-term care insurance policyholders was shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - December 30, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Short-Term Care Insurance Advisory Center Posts State Approvals Listing
The National Advisory Center for Short-Term Care Information has posted the first listing of states approving various STC insurance policies. - December 28, 2018 - Short Term Care Insurance National Advisory Council
Cypress Ancillary Benefits Acquires Direct Dental
Cypress Ancillary Benefits has agreed to acquire Direct Dental Administrators located in Northern California. - December 28, 2018 - Cypress Ancillary Benefits