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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

The truck repair industry plays a vital role in keeping the U.S. transportation system running smoothly. As the demand for reliable freight transport continues to rise, this sector has experienced steady growth and is expected to keep expanding. Truck repair shops are essential for maintaining large vehicles, including on-highway and heavy-duty trucks. These shops require … 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

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

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

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

Church Mutual Insurance Company has received an affirmation of its strong financial ratings from AM Best, a leading credit rating agency. The company holds a Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a” (Excellent). However, the outlook for these ratings is currently negative. These ratings apply not only to Church … Read more

Cynthia Williams stood before a packed crowd in Tustin, California, expressing her anger over proposed cuts to Medicaid. The 61-year-old mother and caregiver spoke passionately about how crucial the program is for her family. Williams cares for her adult daughter, who is blind, and her sister, a military veteran suffering from severe PTSD. The state’s … Read more

Arbella Insurance Group has announced a significant leadership change as Paul Brady steps into the role of CEO, effective June 1. Brady, who has been with the company for nearly 15 years, previously served as the Executive Vice President and Head of Claims. His extensive experience includes various leadership roles, such as Chief Information Officer … Read more

American Family Insurance has turned a corner in 2024, reporting an underwriting profit for the first time in three years. The company achieved a combined ratio of 96.6 across all its property and casualty lines, a significant improvement from the previous year’s 110.8 and 111.4 in 2022. This positive shift occurred despite facing high catastrophe … Read more