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January 2005


FEATURES
Cover Story
16th Annual Rough Notes Marketing Agency of the Year Candidates

Technology:
Where the action is - New ownership at Applied Systems is poised to respond to fresh opportunities

Marketing:
Choosing a marketing partner instead of a marketeer - Seven lessons to help you pick a winner

Other Feature Stories:  
Taking flight - Insuring antique aircraft is just one of Arlington/Roe's specialty niches

Meet Me at the MEGA - The National Alliance serves up a rich blend of education, networking, and fun

By design and designation: Hurzeler at the helm

Looking ahead - Analysts foresee bottom-line woes for insurers in '05


ADVERTISERS INDEX

COLUMNS
Strengthening the Front Line - There is no magic bullet
By Emily Huling, CIC, CMC

Public Policy Analysis & Opinion - They who pay the piper
By Kevin P. Hennosy

Classifying Risk - Fire up
By Linda D. Ferguson, CPCU

To The Point - 2005–Here's looking at you
By Emanual Levy

Boosting Sales Efficiency - The easiest money your agency can make
By Michael Jans

Agency Marketing Technology - Successfully selling small commercial accounts
By Steve Anderson

Risk Management - The "unsolicited information" endorsement
By Donald S. Malecki, CPCU

Coverage Concerns - From house to condo
By Roy C. McCormick

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