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Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes New Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Melissa McKee
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a new Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Melissa McKee, to the Scottsdale, Arizona office. Melissa’s role will focus on the production of new Workers’ Compensation business, with a primary focus in California. - February 08, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
DeCotis Insurance Associates Welcomes New Team Member Carissa Olink to Providence Office
DeCotis Insurance Associates welcomes the recent addition of Carissa Olink to their Providence office. Carissa joins the surplus and specialty insurance agency as a Sales Producer, adding her extensive 10 years of insurance experience to the organization. - October 22, 2016 - DeCotis Insurance
Prestar Inspection Services Announces Name Change
Insurance Appraisal Company Changes Name to Align with Growing Offerings - September 29, 2016 - Prestar Services
Appalachian Underwriters’ Reliance Risk Solutions Named a Top Personal Insurance Agency by Chubb
Chubb has bestowed its Cornerstone designation on Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Of the approximately 3,200 U.S. personal lines agencies that work with Chubb Personal Risk Services, less than seven percent have earned the Cornerstone designation. “Appalachian Underwriters has worked with... - September 10, 2016 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Bearence Management Group and AERO Risk Management Announce Strategic Partnership
Bearence Management Group and AERO Risk Management have formed a strategic partnership, providing clients of both firms with access to expanded risk management and insurance placement capabilities. In conjunction with the agreement, AERO’s highly specialized aviation risk and insurance... - June 03, 2016 - AERO Risk Management
Binger Financial Services, LLC Forms Strategic Alliance with Aon Cornerstone
Binger Financial Services, LLC today announced its new partnership with Aon Cornerstone, a business unit of Aon plc (NYSE: AON) that fosters strategic alliances with minority business enterprises (MBEs). Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Binger Financial is a minority-owned firm with extensive... - April 06, 2016 - Binger Financial Services, LLC
Farmers Insurance of Flemington to Sponsor CEA Turkey Trot
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington, a leading Property & Casualty insurance carrier based locally in Hunterdon County, announced they will be a Finish Line Sponsor for the 2015 CEA Turkey Trot 5k run / 2k fitness walk. The Turkey Trot is a fundraising event for the Center for Educational... - November 05, 2015 - Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington
Insurance Journal Award 2015
DSP clinches spot as one of the Best Agencies to Work For in 2015. - October 19, 2015 - DSP Insurance
Women Grow Atlanta Welcomes Charlo Greene and Rep. Allen Peake for Cannabis Industry Event on July 7
Leading GA activist, legislator to headline community education event for women leaders in Atlanta medical cannabis industry. - June 29, 2015 - Agents Alliance
Bartling Insurance Group Appoints Industry Veteran to Manage Expanded Marine Services Division
Bartling Insurance Group Appoints Industry Veteran to Manage Expanded Marine Services Division: Phillip Ruppert Named Vice President of Marine & Private Client Group. - June 11, 2015 - Bartling Insurance Group
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) Expands Personal Insurance Division with Formation of Reliance Risk Solutions
AUI has created a new vertical within the Personal Lines Division to focus on the High Net Worth property and casualty personal insurance needs of its 30,000 agency partners. Reliance Risk Solutions (RRS) allows AUI to expand beyond their existing Personal Lines portfolio and place coverage for... - May 28, 2015 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington Receives Financial Strength Rating Upgrade from AM Best
FSR Upgraded to B++ by A.M. Best Company - Effective May 6, 2015 - May 10, 2015 - Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Reach Settlement with Greenlight Re
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.’s President, Bob Arowood, announced today that a Settlement Agreement and Release has been finalized between Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. and Greenlight Re providing an end to the litigation between the parties. - February 19, 2015 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Risk Advisors of America Celebrates New Location in Maitland
On Wednesday, October 15, 2014, at 12:00 p.m., Risk Advisors of America will celebrate the grand opening of its Maitland location with a ribbon cutting ceremony and other activities. The insurance and risk management company was previously located in Orlando, but needed to move into a larger office... - October 11, 2014 - Risk Advisors of America
Beacon Insurance Group Expands Coastal Homeowner’s Insurance Offerings
Provides Competitive Homeowners Insurance Options for Clients and Prospects - August 28, 2014 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
The Pollicella Insurance Agency Receives 2014 Best of Brighton Award
The Pollicella Insurance Agency is among a very small group of companies that have won the Best of Brighton Award for five consecutive years. This distinction has qualified The Pollicella Insurance Agency for the 2014 Brighton Business Hall of Fame. - May 30, 2014 - The Pollicella Insurance Agency
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Traci Herring as New Marketing Representative for Northern California
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has hired a new Marketing Representative, Traci Herring. Previously in her career, Traci has worked in many capacities in the insurance business including experience as an agent, underwriter, trainer and marketing representative. Traci will be charged with... - May 19, 2014 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington Announces Officer Appointments
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington, headquartered in Flemington, NJ announced the following appointments: Patrick Allard has been named Vice President of Claims. Mr. Allard has over 20 years of multi-line claims and management experience. He joined Farmers of Flemington in September 2010 and... - May 09, 2014 - Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington
The Starr Group Hires Taylor Nyarangi as Group Benefits Consultant
The Starr Group welcomes new benefits consultant, Taylor Nyarangi. - April 18, 2014 - The Starr Group
The Starr Group Hires Karen Bartholomew as Group Benefits Account Manager
With over 32 years of experience in the insurance industry, Karen Bartholomew joins The Starr Group. - March 08, 2014 - The Starr Group
The Starr Group Names Piontek IT Director
The Starr Group is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Mark Piontek to IT Director. - December 04, 2013 - The Starr Group
The Starr Group Names Arndt Vice President - Operations
The Starr Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Maureen Arndt to Vice President – Operations effective November 2013. Arndt moves to the Vice President - Operations role from her former position as Director of Operations. She will be responsible for spearheading all of The Starr... - November 22, 2013 - The Starr Group
Independent Insurance Agency Take First Place at Fittest Execs Competition
Milwaukee area independent insurance agency takes first place at Fittest Execs competition. - October 03, 2013 - The Starr Group
AIC Underwriters Hires Chief Marketing Officer
AIC Underwriters, LLC (AICU) announces the appointment of Thomas E. Hickey, CIC as the chief marketing officer. In his role, Mr. Hickey will be responsible for driving the overall marketing for AICU’s products and services. He will oversee business development and establish distribution... - May 02, 2013 - AIC Underwriters LLC
The O’Neill Group Attends Prestigious Network Exchange
Beyond Insurance Global Network attended by The O'Neill Group. - April 24, 2013 - The O'Neill Group
Beacon Insurance Group Exhibiting at the 2013 SCANPO Together. For Good. Nonprofit Summit
Beacon Insurance Group, a South Carolina Independent Insurance Agency, will be exhibiting at the South Carolina Association of Non Profit Organizations (SCANPO) Annual Summit. The 2013 Summit, which begins on March 13th and continues through March 15th, is being held at the Hyatt Regency in... - March 12, 2013 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
Beacon Insurance Group Partners for Seminar on the Affordable Care Act and the Affects on Small Business
South Carolina Insurance Agency, Beacon Insurance Group, partners with JCM Insurance Solutions and Carolina Care Plan for an informational seminar on how the Affordable Care Act pertains to small businesses. - January 17, 2013 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
Katy Texas Insurance Specialist Releases Six Ways to Lower Insurance Premium
Katy Texas Insurance Agency says taking these six steps will go a long way towards lowering your insurance rates. - August 26, 2012 - Katy Texas Insurance
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Restructures Organization to Align with Regional Strategies
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is announcing their regional market strategy by formalizing a regional office structure which will position the company to enhance their national footprint and business partner relationships. Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) offers a national wholesale binding... - July 12, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Partners with Glencar Underwriting Managers for Workers Comp, General Liability and Auto Program Designed for Niche Business
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has been appointed by Glencar Underwriting Managers to offer a program in Workers’ Compensation, General Liability and Auto coverage. Appalachian Underwriters is a licensed national Managing General Agency, and Glencar Underwriting Managers, Inc. is a... - July 12, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
McGrath Insurance Group Brings Distractology 101™ Tour to Central Mass
Mobile Classroom and High-Tech Driving Simulations Give Teens and Other New Drivers Real-Life Lessons on Distracted Driving - July 11, 2012 - McGrath Insurance Group
PIPCO Affiliates with Imperial PFS to Offer Premium Financing for Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has affiliated with Imperial PFS (IPFS) to provide premium financing through Premium Installment Plan Company (PIPCO). PIPCO is an AUI brand and has been offering premium financing since 2005. Through PIPCO and Imperial PFS, AUI will be able to offer creative... - July 04, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Mel Whitener as New Marketing Representative for North Carolina
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has hired a new marketing representative, Mel Whitener, for the North Carolina territory. As a lifelong resident of North Carolina and a current resident of Lincolnton, Mel is familiar with the territory and the independent agent base in the state. Mel has... - June 29, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Names Jeff Hensley as Vice President of Program Management & Business Development
Appalachian Underwriters Inc. (AUI) announces that Jeff Hensley has assumed the role of vice president of program management & business development for Appalachian Underwriters. Jeff will be based out of the corporate office in Oak Ridge, TN. This new position will be responsible for working... - June 20, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Tom Stewart as Director of Workers’ Compensation Renewals
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has hired a new Director of Workers’ Compensation Renewals, Tom Stewart. Tom is a workers’ compensation insurance company executive with 25 years industry experience. He comes to AUI from Highland Risk Services where he was executive vice president. - June 03, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
PointeNorth Insurance Group Names Vicky A. Miller Vice President of National Franchise Division
PointeNorth Insurance Group announced that Vicky A. Miller has been named Vice President of its Franchise Division. Effective May 1, 2012, Miller will lead a newly expanded sales and marketing team focused on further enhancing the offering of insurance and financial services products provided to... - May 10, 2012 - PointeNorth
Insurance Brokerage Drayden Insurance Set to Attend Edmonton Boat and Sportsmen Show
Drayden Insurance Ltd, an Edmonton Insurance Broker, will be part of the upcoming 2012 Edmonton Boat & Sportsmen's Show where the latest in watercraft will be displayed. - March 08, 2012 - Drayden Insurance Ltd.
Beacon Insurance Group Attending Boys & Girls Club Conference
Beacon Insurance Group is attending the 2012 Southeast Conference for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The conference is being held from March 5th -8th in Myrtle Beach, SC at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Boys & Girls Club professionals from throughout the Southeast gather for... - March 06, 2012 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Three New Brokers, Adding to Its Property and Professional Practice Groups
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has increased its Brokerage division by hiring 3 new commercial brokers. Shane Holden, ARM joined the company on January 3, 2012. He comes to AUI with over 20 years of insurance and risk management experience in the retail agency, risk management and wholesale... - January 25, 2012 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Supermarket Insurance Group Now Licensed in 23 States
With the recent addition of its agency licenses in Alabama, California, and Pennsylvania, Supermarket Insurance Group is now licensed in 23 states. Jeff Tennison, Vice President of Program Development/Risk Management, stated, “With the markets we currently represent, and the agencies... - January 12, 2012 - Supermarket Insurance Group
Craftsman Design of Arizona Joins Facebook
Joe Papay, Owner of Craftsman Design is expanding their business by utilizing the web. Craftsman Design will be using the web to the full capacity this year. Craftsman Design is a great local resource for property managers, individuals and developers that need handyman services all the way to a full scale remodel. - January 08, 2012 - Craftsman Design
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Receives Endorsement from Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) is proud to announce that it has received the endorsement from the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG) to be the exclusively endorsed workers’ compensation provider for their 660 member agencies. “The Independent Insurance Agents of... - December 02, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) Continues to Expand, Strengthen Operations –completes Acquisition of Executive Brokers Insurance Services
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc., has obtained the assets of Executive Brokers Insurance Services -- a wholesale broker based in St. Peters, MO. The acquisition was effective October 3, 2011. “The expansion for AUI with an office in Missouri will help with client penetration in the Midwest... - October 12, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Launches a Commercial Lines Rater for Independent Auto Dealers
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) launches a new commercial lines online rater for independent auto dealers, www.xpressdealerpro.com. Xpress DealerPro is the latest installment of enhancements to be integrated into AUI’s Xpress rating platform. AUI’s B2B Xpress rating platform... - September 21, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Partners with The Republic Group for Workers’ Compensation, General Liability and Auto Coverage
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has been appointed by companies of The Republic Group to offer nationwide workers’ compensation, general liability and auto coverage. Appalachian Underwriters is a national managing general agency. Companies of The Republic Group, with headquarters in... - September 15, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Cornerstone Underwriting Partners, LLC (CUP) Announces PEOComp Pro – a New Work Comp Program for the PEO Industry
Cornerstone Underwriting Partners, LLC (CUP) is a nationwide underwriting management company and program administrator that works exclusively with wholesale brokers and specialty program agents. In developing PEOComp Pro, CUP has partnered with national carriers rated by A.M. Best Company to offer... - September 11, 2011 - Cornerstone Underwriting Partners, LLC
AIC Holdings Appoints Robert G. Purdy as President and CEO of AIC Underwriters
AIC Holdings announces the appointment of Robert G. Purdy to the position of President and CEO of AIC Underwriters, based in Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Purdy will be responsible for leading the underwriting, marketing and operations strategies for the AIC Underwriters’ middle market workers’... - August 26, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Supermarket Insurance Group Partners with State Auto Insurance Companies to Form Grocery/Supermarket Specialty Program
Supermarket Insurance Group announced today that they have entered into a program partnership with State Auto Insurance Companies (NYSE:STFC), through Risk Evaluation and Design LLC (RED), a wholly owned subsidiary of State Auto dedicated to program business. Bill Morrison, President of... - August 08, 2011 - Supermarket Insurance Group
Bella Vita Launches Insurance Solutions for Business Owners
Bella Vita Associates, LLC, an exclusive management consulting firm in South Florida, is pleased to announce the launch of its Insurance Solutions division providing contingency planning and asset protection for small and medium business owners. Bella Vita is expanding its business model to complement the lifecycle of companies from startup, growth and development to business continuation and succession planning. - July 08, 2011 - Bella Vita Associates, LLC
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Robert Lowery for Its Brokerage Division
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has hired Robert (Bob) Lowery as a broker for the Carolina region. Lowery brings more than 30 years experience as an E&S broker to the AUI family. He began his career in Atlanta as an underwriter for several E&S companies including working for American... - July 02, 2011 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.