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Engage PEO An HR Partner Like No Other

Engage is a leading national professional employer organization (PEO) that provides flexible HR outsourcing solutions to businesses with 15 - 1500+ employees, including HR compliance, affordable Fortune 500 benefits, risk management, and advanced technology that integrates payroll, benefits admin, HRIS, employee self-service tools, and strategic solutions such as Applicant Tracking, Time & Attendance, and more.

Among the most highly credentialed PEOs in the industry, Engage is an INC. 5000 Honor Roll company certified by the IRS (CPEO) and the Employer Services Assurance Corporation (ESAC). Less than 3% of all PEOs in the country are IRS and ESAC accredited. In an industry where clients are typically directed to a website to find answers, Engage clients receive high-touch service through a dedicated team including the broker and an Engage Account Manager, an HR Consultant with a law degree, and an experienced group of subject-matter experts in payroll, tax, benefits, training, safety, and technology.

Why Trusted Advisors Partner with Engage PEO

Founded in 2011, Engage has been dedicated to brokers since day one. They partner with agents who earn generous residual commissions for as long as their client is with Engage, receiving full client referral protection with no trespassing, no competition, flexible carve-outs, and expert sales support.

Expect More Service

Founded upon an “expect more” service philosophy. Engage’s HR delivery team – all licensed attorneys – is also unique in the industry and a key differentiator for companies facing an increasingly challenging regulatory environment. Attract more clients by expanding your service offering to include the high caliber HR expertise provided by Engage PEO. This referral partnership will instantly differentiate your agency and protect your book from PEOs that sell direct, making partnering with Engage a Win-Win for you and your clients. Contact Cindy Edwards at 201.694.0067 or cedwards@engagepeo.com. u

More than an account. A relationship.

Partnering with people in business.

At FCCI, we’ve been working with businesses for more than 60 years, now in 20 states and D.C. Our financial strength, expertise and claim handling help businesses thrive and face the future with confidence.

Company Briefs

RiskSmart Acquires Endorsed Partner Securibly

RiskSmart Advisors announced that it has completed its acquisition of Insurors Endorsed Partner Securibly – bringing together two leaders in Information Security Compliance solutions.

Securibly gives independent insurance companies peace of mind by making it easy for them to comply with complex data security laws and regulations. This adds to the RiskSmart robust solution portfolio including security training and vendor assessments and creates an even stronger player for small to medium businesses.

As the Information Security Compliance landscape continues to change, companies struggle to keep pace. The proliferation of data breaches is accelerating at a staggering rate, and losses are happening at companies of all sizes. In response to this risk, regulatory oversight also continues to grow. As a result, small and mid-sized companies may feel particularly squeezed as they are on the hook for implementing and maintaining internal cybersecurity programs.

18 Insurors Associates Listed in Ward's 50

Eighteen Insurors Associate Member companies have been listed in the Ward's 50 Property-Casualty Company list for 2021. Annually, Ward's analyzes the financial performance of nearly 2,900 property-casualty insurance companies domiciled in the United States and identify the top performers. Each Ward’s 50 company has passed all safety and consistency screens and achieved superior performance over the five years analyzed.

The Associate Members included were Acuity, AF Group, Amerisafe, Auto-Owners, Builders Mutual, Chubb, Cincinnati Insurance, Grange Insurance, Harford Mutual Insurance, ICW Group, Markel Corporation, Philadelphia Insurance, Progressive, RLI, Selective Insurance, Travelers, W.R. Berkley, and West Bend Mutual.

Central Announces Branding Update

In 2019, Central Insurance began the exciting process of evaluating and refreshing their brand identity. The goal of this project was never change just for the sake of change, rather to prepare for the next phase of growth with a brand that honors the company's legacy and matches their energy and excitement about the future.

After months of working diligently behind the scenes, Central is excited to announce their refreshed brand. Visit https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLNzZsrgmYk for the full brand release video!

Emerick Wins Associate of the Year Award

Bill Emerick, CPCU, CIC, ARM, the Regional Vice President for Penn National Insurance, was recently awarded as the 2021 Associate Member of the Year by the Alabama Young Agents at their annual conference. The group is the young professionals program for the Alabama Independent Insurance Agents association.

Endorsed Partner Now Titan Digital

Insurors Endorsed Partners Titan Web Marketing Solutions have announced their new brand of Titan Digital. The company celebrated with a ribbon cutting on Friday, June 30 at their headquarters in Murfreesboro. The firm has grown substantially in its 10+ year history, and has developed additional services in addition to its website offerings. Working with dozens of insurance agencies in Tennessee and across the country, they have developed a specialty in helping independent agencies market on digital platforms.

Liberty Mutual Adds Ganis

Liberty Mutual announced the hiring of Stuart Ganis as executive vice president. Ganis brings over 30 years of relevant industry experience to his new role with Liberty Mutual. He brings vast knowledge from working as an independent agent as well as in consulting and training, which includes experience in consulting over 700 insurance agencies.

He has also been instrumental in completing over 70 acquisitions in which he represented buyers and sellers.

Harford Mutual Re-Elects Board Members

Harford Mutual Insurance Group’s Board of Directors approved the re-elections of Vernon A. Reid Jr. and Spencer M. Roman at the annual policyholder meeting held in May 2021. Both were re-elected for three-year terms.

Reid has been a board member since 2019, and currently sits on the Board’s Audit and Investment Committees. He is a

retired investment professional, serving as Vice President at T. Rowe Price and as a principal partner of V.A. Reid & Associates, a fixed income asset management firm. Reid attended the United States Naval Academy, holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Towson University, and an MBA from Indiana University.

Roman has been a board member since 2012, and currently sits on the Board’s Audit Committee and serves as Chair of the Compensation Committee. He is the former senior vice president at Harleysville Insurance. Roman is a Drexel University graduate, an Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society, and a member of the American Academy of Actuaries.

Hippo Now Trading on NYSE

Hippo Insurance has announced that the company's stock is now live and trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Now traded under the ticker HIPO, the listing comes after Hippo completed its previously announced business combination with Reinvent Technology Partners Z.

In connection with the transaction, Hippo expects to receive more than $550 million in cash proceeds, net of fees and expenses funded in conjunction with the closing of the business combination, which includes the proceeds from a previously announced private placement of common stock. The proceeds will be used to fuel growth, market expansion and development of new product offerings, as well as accelerate Hippo’s plans to expand geographically and create the first-of-its-kind vertically integrated, end-to-end home protection and insurance platform.

J.M. Wilson Promotes Mandwee and Yohn

J.M. Wilson is pleased to announce the promotion of Adam Mandwee to Assistant Fleet Manager and Executive Fleet Underwriter in their Portage, Michigan office and Jamie Yohn to Transportation Renewal Underwriter in their Charleston, South Carolina office.

Mandwee is responsible for strengthening new and existing relationships with independent insurance agents and company underwriters, as well as underwriting new and renewal transportation fleet submissions (11 plus units). With an increased level of product knowledge in the Fleet department, Mandwee is a leader and resource to other underwriters.

Mandwee has been with JM Wilson for 5 years where he has held various positions in our Transportation department. Most recently he held the position of Senior Fleet Underwriter. A Western Michigan University alumnus, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Management.

Yohn is responsible for underwriting a wide variety of renewal

At Stonetrust, we know a little something about showing up when it matters most, and we strive to

always be there for the independent insurance agents and policyholders that trust us with their business.

Along with offering workers’ compensation and employers’ liability insurance, Stonetrust works to help companies prevent accidents and remain

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transportation risks, corresponding with carrier underwriters, and assisting independent agents in Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Jamie joined JM Wilson in 2020, where she began as an Assistant Transportation Underwriter. A Clemson University graduate, Jamie earned a bachelor's degree in History and a minor in Chemistry.

Acuity Announces Staff Promotions

Acuity has announced the promotion of multiple members of its Sheboygan, Wisconsin-based staff.

David Dolfin is promoted to Manager – Personal Lines Actuarial. David started his career at Acuity in 2014 as an Actuarial Analyst. He was later named Associate Actuary and was promoted to Actuary in June 2019. David is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS) and earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Hope College.

Shawn Chrisman is promoted to Senior Actuary – Personal Lines. Shawn joined Acuity in August 2002 as an Actuarial Analyst. He was later named Associate Actuary and was promoted to Actuary in 2007. Shawn earned his bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University and his master’s degree in secondary education with an emphasis in math from Western Michigan University. He is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS) and a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA). Shawn is a native of Menominee, Michigan, and resides in the town of Wilson, Wisconsin.

Matthew Iseler is promoted to Senior Actuary – Commercial Lines. Matthew started his career at Acuity in 2008 as an Actuarial Analyst. He was later named Associate Actuary and was promoted to Actuary in July 2015. Matthew earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Michigan Technological University and is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS). He resides in Plymouth, Wisconsin.

Cathy Staats is promoted to Senior Actuary – Corporate/ Workers’ Compensation. Cathy started her career with Acuity in 2003. She is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS) and earned her bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Illinois. Cathy resides in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Alex Denfeld is promoted to Associate Actuary. Alex joined Acuity in May 2018 as an Actuarial Analyst. He is a 2018 graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science and risk management. Alex is an Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS). He resides in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Aon and Willis Cancel Merger

firms have agreed to terminate their business combination agreement and end litigation with the U.S. Department of Justice. In connection with the termination of the business combination agreement, Aon will pay a $1 billion termination fee to Willis Towers Watson.

The $30 billion deal was first announced in March 2020 but faced numerous roadblocks to satisfy regulatory requirements. Despite the deal gaining EU regulatory approval based on a series of divestures, the DOJ filed a lawsuit in June aimed at stopping the mega merger because it would reduce competition and could lead to higher prices.

Cowbell Cyber's Thompson Recognized

Cowbell Cyber's Head of Underwriting, Caroline Thompson, has been recognized as 2021 Breakout Award winner by Business Insurance magazine. The subject of her senior thesis at Providence College was micro insurance, and her internships included time at Lloyd’s of London. She started her insurance career at Beazley PLC, where she developed an interest in cyber underwriting. In 2019, she joined Cowbell, where she recently wrote a policy form for a new product launch.

Jencap Promotes Smith and Orlando

Jencap is pleased to announce two strategic promotions to the company's management team. Kathryn Smith has been promoted to Managing Director of Marketing and Paul Orlando has been promoted to Managing Director of Sales.

In their new roles, Smith and Orlando will oversee Jencap’s brand strategy and execution, corporate communications, digital strategy, sales initiatives, and all associated sales and marketing efforts. Most recently, Smith was the Director of Sales and Marketing for affiliate company Risk Innovations. Orlando was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for affiliate company NIF Group.

Arrowhead General Launches E&S Program

Arrowhead General Insurance Agency Inc. (Arrowhead) has launched a new Excess & Surplus Lines program and named Bill Murray as its president. The new E&S program operates as part of the National Programs division of Brown & Brown Inc., and initially will focus on excess casualty risks.

The Arrowhead E&S program is partnered with Obsidian, a program-fronting carrier whose platform exclusively supports the expanding market needs of MGAs, MGUs and program administrators. u