FEATURES
Community service award
Recognizing an independent agent for extraordinary service to others.
Canadian truck insurer celebrates 50th
Markel combines specialized focus and experience into successful package.
Back to school
Agencies strengthen their lineup of producers by recruiting on college campuses.
'Tis always the season
Charlotte Hicks' energy and enthusiasm for work and giving is year 'round.
Illinois agents enthusiastic about community service
Agents serve their causes with gusto--from bike paths to Big Brothers/Big Sisters to health and education.
Making a difference
African-American insurance professionals improve the industry's image among minorities.
Integrated consulting services offered by Allegent
Leader of the pack
Long known as the top specialty mobile home and RV carrier, Foremost Insurance powers up for growth in new markets.
Meeting next generation client expectations
Agency branded 24X7 service for independent insurance agents.
Till death do us part
When tragedy strikes, a perpetuation plan can protect principals' heirs as well as ensure the agency's future.
Slip and falls--no longer a risky business
Pennsylvania agency takes creative approach to risk management in the food industry.
British insurers feel tremor from terrorist attacks
What happens across the Pond has a filter-down effect on American insurance industry.
Wildfires come under scrutiny
Drought-induced losses prompt more widespread mitigation efforts.
September 11, 2001
This changes everything.
Growing through mergers and acquisitions
Adding other agencies can be a good way to grow, if the homework is done right.
Irma wins first annual "IRMA"
FAIA establishes award to honor lifetime achievement in client service.
Biotechnology--a risk overview
Managing the "mobile" agent
Growing use of wireless, handheld devices by insurance professionals creates opportunity...and concerns.
Fly like an eagle
Top Canadian brokers reach for the sky at their first annual Dare to Soar meeting.
Target markets meeting
New Program Administrators Association could emerge.
"Show me the money"... and the benefits
Compensation survey of P-C agencies and brokerage firms shows that employees want more than just a good wage.
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