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The History of Crump
Crump celebrates its 90th anniversary in 2010!
Founded by E. H. Crump in 1920 in Memphis, TN, Crump grew to become the largest insurance agency in the southern U.S. Through acquisitions and growth, the company evolved during the latter half of the century. In 2005, private investors purchased Crump. In 2007, additional investment was made to [...] -
Virtual Insurance Marketplace
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Retail insurance personnel (in the USA) register and attend our Virtual Insurance Marketplace for *FREE at your convenience from your computer! Meet Company and/or Wholesale Markets with live chat, learn the latest from our lectures and chat with other insurance producers. Register now, space is limited! -
The Power of ISU
ISU is the Nation’s Leading Network of Independently Owned and Operated Insurance Agents You retain your independent ownership, your image and your Identity. You enhance your capabilities and gain the resources and advantages of a nationally recognized brand name respected by carriers nationwide as the Better Source for Better Business.
With the clout of over $1,000,000,000 [...]
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The New Insurance Tax
A battle is brewing over insurance tax policies as foreign based reinsurance companies launch a campaign today to fight back against a group of U.S. based insurers who are pushing for what they say is a discriminatory and anti-foreign tax.
HR 3424, a bill in Congress, threatens to drastically raise insurance rates across the country. [...] -
Earthquake Insurance for California Homeowners
California residents are no strangers to earthquakes, but what might be surprising is that most homeowners in the state do not have the coverage they need to protect themselves from the potential catastrophic loss these earth tremors could impose on their property. In this interview, Steve Bouker, President and Chief Operating Officer of Arrowhead [...]
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Green Insurance: What you should know
Whether it’s a commercial building or a home, policyholders are asking for green insurance.
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How to spot rate evasion before it hits your book
Rate evasion costs personal line auto carriers more than $16 billion a year—almost 10% of net premiums. Identifying it and managing it early can offer a significant competitive advantage. Learn how you can address rate evasion in real time at the point of sale to avoid the effects undisclosed risk can have throughout the policy [...]
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Creating protection around you
Cynthia Young is president of Encompass Insurance. Part of the Allstate group, Encompass is one of the nation’s largest companies to provide protection through independent insurance agencies. In a recent conversation with Chris Boggs, Insurance Journal Academy’s director of education, Cynthia talks about the national company’s innovative products and services.
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Insurance Journal’s Daily Headlines Newsletter
Overview.
The insurance industry’s favorite daily newsletter. Delivering the latest headlines every morning in an easy-to-read format. The Daily Headlines e-Newsletter gives readers a quick snapshot of news that attracts their business and one-click access to news stories.
Demographics:
* Subscribers: 54,532
* Frequency: Daily (Monday-Friday)
* Agent/Broker: 49%
* Program Manager/Underwriter: 12%
* Risk Manager: 5%
* Workers Comp/Medical: 4%
* Carrier Executive: [...]
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Wildfire Protection, Teamwork Pays Off
Phillip and Melissa Hayes avoid disaster due to following advice from their Fireman’s Fund risk services consultant.
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The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation in San Diego
The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation seeks to help communities and enrich lives by combining the collective strengths of the industry to provide grants, volunteer service and leadership.
In 1994, the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation was formed to support nonprofit programs throughout California. Today, the Foundation has a national reach with the establishment of a New [...] -
Acquiring the Best Talent in a Difficult Economy
The current unemployment rate has created a perception that there is an influx of available candidates for the claims industry, but Ryan Schmidt, Assistant VP of the Jacobson Group, begs to differ. In this interview with Insurance Journal, Schmidt talks about ways to retain current top employees and attract new talent in a difficult economy.
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New Technology, New Relationships
Milo Bolender, Senior VP of Frontier Adjusters, remembers a time when independent insurance adjusters and carrier claims representatives had personal relationships based on friendships and frequent collaborations. In this interview with Claims Journal, Bolender discusses how he feels the relationship between carrier claims reps and independent adjusters has changed.
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The Haag Composition Shingle Gauge
Using the Haag shingle gauge, a claims adjuster or roofing specialist can determine the warranty and wear and tear of a roof. In this interview with Claims Journal, Ryan Holdhusen, Director of Education for HAAG Engineering Co., explains the use and availability of the Haag shingle gauge.
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The Advantages of a Textile Restoration Specialist
Financial loss from compromised garments has become significant to property and casualty insurance adjusters handling claims. In this interview with Claims Journal, Ken Campbell, National Accounts Manager for Certified Restoration Dry Cleaning Network, explains the advantages of a textile restoration specialist to an insurance provider.
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Markets in Motion: Solar Manufacturer Warranties
The alternative energy market has many complicated angles to it, including solar warranties, which are essential to solar manufacturers as well as to the development and funding of solar projects.
According to Mike McMullen, president of PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services, banks are hesitant to lend against some larger solar projects because of the severe credit [...] -
Excellent Claims Service when Clients Need it Most
Engle Martin & Associates is an independent adjusting firm providing claims services to the insurance industry. In this interview with Claims Journal, Susan Froman, Engle Martin’s Director of Sales, discusses the growth of the company and providing service to their clients when they need it most.
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‘Uncomfortable Change’ Paves Road to Perpetuation
Too often agency principals find themselves facing a forced sale as a result of not having a proper perpetuation plan. In this podcast, MarshBerry president John Wepler discusses the many difficult and “uncomfortable” decisions required of an owner seeking to properly–and profitably–perpetuate the firm. Listen to this frank conversation as John offers some good news: [...]
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Get Smart About Insuring Intellectual Property
The Internet makes it easier to get into business but it also makes it easier to steal others’ ideas. The Web is also expanding the notion of what materials, images and designs need to be protected. Intellectual property attorney David Branfman advises agents on questions to ask clients about intellectual property exposures and warns about [...]
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Risk Management’s a Priority for Moving Company
Moving companies face a number of exposures in their daily operations, including workers compensation, cargo, fleet and general liability. Priority Moving in San Diego, Calif. is no exception. A Wheaton Van Lines agent, Priority Moving has created a series of internal procedures, reinforced by a strong employee screening process and training program. Analytics software [...]
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Cyber Breaks, Insurance and Data Breach Response Advice
Stroz Friedberg is a consulting firm that does computer forensics, mobile phone forensics, electronic discovery and cyber crime response, operating at the intersection of law, technology and behavioral sciences. David Garrett, managing director of Stroz Friedberg’s San Francisco office, explains why clients may or may not have cyber risk insurance, whether those that have the [...]
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Helicopter Business Revolves Around Safety
Corporate Helicopters is a San Diego business focusing on charter, tours, aerial filming and helicopter sales. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Corporate Helicopters president Ivor Shier explains how looking through the lens of risk analysis from the formative years to the present has led to a safer company.
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D&O’s Silver Lining
Financial institutions have been hard hit financially and pricing for directors’ and officers’ liability insurance is hardening, says Trevor Howard of Liberty International Underwriters, in this interview with Insurance Journal’s Andrea Wells. Howards says one silver lining that may come out of the credit crisis is the need for companies to reassess their D&O limits. [...]
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Demand for Agency E&O
The risk for error is great and so is the demand for appropriate coverage. Swiss Re’s Robin Sterneck continues to see a demand for agency errors and omissions coverage, as well as an interest in more flexible deductible offerings. In this interview with Insurance Journal’s Andrea Wells at a recent PLUS conference, Sterneck says Swiss [...]
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Los Angeles “I” Day Interview with Rick Dinger
In a conversation with National Editor Andrea Ortega-Wells, Rick Dinger, president of Crescenta
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Fewer, More Focused Insurers Drive Farm Market
The larger stock and regional insurance companies are dropping out of the farm insurance
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