Patricia Wells

Alacrity Solutions Group has made a significant move by acquiring InspectionConnection, a company known for its appraisal and desktop review services. This acquisition is notable as it marks Alacrity’s 16th purchase since 2015. InspectionConnection, established in 2018 and located in Columbus, Ohio, specializes in assessing autos, specialty vehicles, and heavy equipment. Their expertise includes a … Read more

In 2024, Maryland experienced a notable increase in the number of wildfires compared to the past decade, but the total area burned was much lower than in previous years. The Maryland Forest Service reported that there were 165 wildfires that burned a total of 953.4 acres. This is a decrease from 199 wildfires in 2023, … Read more

California wildfire victims are seeing a change in how insurance companies handle claims for personal belongings. More insurers are now offering contents coverage without requiring policyholders to provide a detailed list of their items. This shift follows a request from California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, who urged insurers to simplify the claims process for those … Read more

A restaurant in Southern California has been hit with a hefty fine of over $1.1 million due to wage theft and violations of sick leave laws. The California Labor Commissioner’s Office took action against Food Source LLC, located in Buena Park, after it was found that at least 90 workers were affected by these issues. … Read more

Nationwide, based in Columbus, Ohio, has appointed Tonya Courtney to head its new excess and surplus (E&S) brokerage property unit. This unit is set to launch in the second half of the year, aiming to provide specialized insurance solutions for challenging property risks. Before joining Nationwide, Courtney was the regional vice president at Arch Insurance … Read more

Alliant Insurance Services has made two significant additions to its team in the Southeast. Sadler Norris has been appointed as vice president in the employee benefits group, and he will be based in Atlanta. Norris aims to collaborate with clients to create benefits plans that lower health care costs and boost employee retention. Before joining … Read more

Kalyn Siebert, a manufacturer of custom-engineered heavy-haul truck trailers, has been honored with the Lone Star Safety Award by the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC). This award recognizes companies that show a strong commitment to workplace safety. Kalyn Siebert operates in Gatesville, Texas, and employs 188 workers. To receive this award, … Read more

NFP, a well-known property and casualty broker based in New York City, has appointed Priya Nathan as senior vice president of sales for its central region. Nathan, who will work from Austin, Texas, brings over 25 years of experience in the insurance and technology sectors. Before joining NFP, Nathan held significant roles in various organizations. … Read more

Two independent agencies from Arkansas, The River Company and Rogers Insurance, have announced a merger to form a new entity called ANKR. This new company will become one of the largest insurance and payroll firms in the state. ANKR will employ around 80 professionals across Arkansas and Texas. The company will operate under the ANKR … Read more

Convective storms have made a significant impact this year, leading to concerns about rising property insurance rates in certain states. A recent report from CoreLogic sheds light on this issue, outlining the risks associated with severe convective storms as we move into 2025. The report details the frequency and severity of these storms, highlighting how … Read more