Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 3, 2024

In today’s fast-paced insurance industry, precision in underwriting is not just a requirement—it’s a critical factor in maintaining competitiveness and ensuring profitability. As the insurance landscape continues to evolve, traditional … This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In the fast-paced insurance industry, efficiency and accuracy are paramount. Real-time rating and quoting have emerged as game changers for underwriters, enabling them to provide quick and precise quotes that … This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

In the fast-paced insurance industry, efficiency and accuracy are paramount. Real-time rating and quoting have emerged as game changers for underwriters, enabling them to provide quick and precise quotes that … This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys.

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 19, 2024

With a “silver tsunami” of skilled underwriters eligible to retire in coming years and a shift in employee expectations, recruitment and retention is a critical focus for the insurance industry right now, said experts during a November webinar hosted by …

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 12, 2025

property/casualty insurance industry to post more than $100 billion of net income for 2024and that the biggest underwriting profits contributing to the figure will come from units of Berkshire Hathaway and Progressive. S&P Global Market Intelligence expects the U.S. The …

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 21, 2025

property/casualty insurance industry reported its first full-year underwriting gain in four years, fueling a jump in net income to $170 billion, according to a joint report from Verisk and The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA). The global …

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 28, 2025

Brooks Insurance hired Tiffani Ann Garabedian as senior vice president of underwriting. Garabedian has nearly 20 years of insurance industry experience, most recently serving as a territory manager with Nationwide for the Northeast region. Garabedian is based in Los Angeles.

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Insurance Journal

APRIL 6, 2025

property/casualty insurance industry reported its first full-year underwriting gain in four years, fueling a jump in net income to $170 billion, according to a joint report from Verisk and The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA). The global …

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 17, 2025

The “gap is closing” between commercial lines and personal lines underwriting results as the insurance industry overall is expected to continue its run of premium growth and improved underwriting results over the next 2 years. According to a report from …

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Zywave

MARCH 19, 2025

In today’s digital age, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have become essential tools for businesses across various industries, including insurance. Benefits of APIs in the Insurance Industry APIs offer numerous benefits to the insurance industry, enhancing efficiency, customer experience, and data management.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 3, 2025

Insurance industry rating analysts from AM Best warn recent softer pricing for directors and officers coverage could begin to affect insurers’ underwriting results. AM Best noted renewal premium for monoline D&O liability continued to fall during the first three months …

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The Florida Surplus Lines Association, which notes it provides a safety valve for Florida’s property insurance industry, named new officers for 2024-2025 at its recent annual convention in Tampa. President: Virginia Clancy, TAPCO Underwriters President-elect: Albert Geraci, Risk Placement Services …

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Majesco

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

When the InsurTech experiment began a decade ago, it took some time for insurers, investors, and the industry to sort it all out. In many ways, though, Insurtech’s relationship to the insurance business is still evolving. That is not necessarily how the insurance and the reinsurance industry is perceived.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In the ever-evolving insurance industry, data analysis has become a cornerstone of the underwriting process. By leveraging data, underwriters can make more informed decisions, assess risks more accurately, and improve … This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys.

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Insurance Journal

JULY 15, 2024

Favorable first-quarter economic and underwriting results for property/casualty insurance are in line with projections that the industry will see a small underwriting loss in 2024 and achieve profitability in 2025, according to a report from the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) …

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Prof. Allan Manning

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

During that time we have assisted thousands of claimants with their claims, and introduced world leading online services that take the lessons learned from claims, and use them to assist brokers and underwriters be better at their job, and to move the emphasis from price to protection.

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Zywave

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Artificial Intelligence has the potential to benefit both insurance professionals and consumers, says Doug Marquis, chief technology officer at Zywave. Insurance is often regarded as a necessary evil by consumers a boring grudge purchase to protect themselves against an unfortunate event that may never happen.

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Redbird Agents

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Attending insurance conferences is a strategic move for any professional in the insurance industry, whether you are an established agent or new to the field. For insurance professionals looking to advance their careers, attending conferences with a clear game plan is vital. Why Attend Insurance Conferences?

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In the competitive insurance industry, Wholesalers, MGAs, and Brokers are always seeking ways to streamline operations, integrate new technology with legacy systems, and provide faster, more accurate service to their … This post is part of a series sponsored by Selectsys.

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Redbird Agents

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Recruitment: The Backbone of the Insurance Industry Insurance recruiting is more than a necessity—it’s a strategy. But insurance recruiting isn’t without challenges. Executive recruiters leverage an extensive network of industry professionals, ensuring you access the best talent available. The solution?

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Redbird Agents

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Filling senior-level roles in the insurance industry requires more than just sourcing resumes—it demands precision, industry knowledge, and a focus on long-term success. That’s where partnering with an insurance executive search firm comes into play. Why Work with an Insurance Executive Search Firm?

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 23, 2024

USG Insurance Services, Inc. Francis, based in Alpine, California, entered the insurance industry eight years ago. She most recently served as a renewal garage underwriter with Risk Placement … hired Tiffany Francis as an associate producer/broker with their garage division team.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Meister has more than 36 years of experience in the insurance industry, including underwriting leadership, program management and broker … Meister Joins Sertis as SVP, Distribution Partnerships Sertis, headquartered in Reno, Nevada, appointed Kurt Meister as senior vice president, distribution partnerships.

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Majesco

AUGUST 8, 2024

The business value of intelligent, AI-powered underwriting solutions, business processes and operating models is driving operational efficiencies, productivity, and profitability. As reflected in Majesco’s 2022 Strategic Priorities Research , 25-30% of insurers have implemented a digital underwriting workbench.

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Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

OCTOBER 10, 2024

property and casualty insurance industry experienced better-than-expected economic and underwriting results in the first half of 2024, according to the latest forecasting report by Triple-I and Milliman. The industry’s estimated net combined ratio of 99.4 The industry’s estimated net combined ratio of 99.4

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American Agents Alliance

APRIL 3, 2025

The global economy is increasingly interconnected, and even in industries like insurance, global issues like supply chain challenges, tariffs, and trade agreements can have significant impacts. While the relationship between tariffs and insurance costs can seem unrelated, tariffs can increase costs for insurers and policyholders.

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Zywave

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Educational events bring industry expertise from around the globe, facilitate networking Leading insurtech provider Zywave has announced its lineup of acclaimed insurance industry thought leadership events for 2025. This conference will offer discussion on ways to increase insurance sales and foster organic growth.

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Accenture: Cyber Insurance

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

As we wrap up 2021, it seems appropriate to revisit predictions we made for the insurance industry this year. I put forward my hypotheses last December in my post, 5 predictions for the insurance industry in 2021. Let’s see how those predictions held up. 1.

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Triple-I: Workers Compensation

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

By William Nibbelin, Senior Research Actuary, Triple-I The workers compensation insurance industry experienced its second-best underwriting result in the past 20 years in 2023, with a net combined ratio of 87, according to Triple-Is latest Issues Brief.

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Zywave

APRIL 11, 2025

In the rapidly evolving insurance industry, APIs are becoming indispensable tools for agencies looking to streamline their workflows, incorporate data, improve efficiency, and deliver superior customer experiences. Zywaves APIs can serve many industries outside of the insurance agency.

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Redbird Agents

AUGUST 28, 2023

Navigating the insurance landscape can be challenging for insurance agency owners. From understanding various acronyms and abbreviations like IMO, FMO, and MGA, to managing relationships with insurance carriers, there is a lot to consider. Frequently Asked Questions What is an IMO in insurance? Yes, I need an IMO!

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Brokers’ Service Marketing Group

JULY 27, 2023

In those instances where the case submitted isn’t as black and white as one would hope, a well thought out cover letter inclusive of case details will aid in the underwriting process. We worked with our underwriters at Lincoln Financial to provide some guidelines

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Final Expense Brokerage

MAY 10, 2024

May 11, 2024 10:44:08 AM Contact Us Are you interested in becoming a life insurance agent? Discover the steps to kickstart your career in this rewarding industry. Life insurance agents play a crucial role in educating clients about the importance of life insurance and the various options available.

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Distinguished

JULY 8, 2024

Ready to boost your expertise in Hotel Primary Insurance? If you missed our recent 30-minute webinar, “Hotel Primary Insurance: A Check-In to Success for Insurance Brokers,” don’t worry. Hear from industry experts as they discuss critical differences in Hotel Primary policies and key risks to consider.

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Rough Notes

AUGUST 1, 2024

Using cognitive AI processes, CogniSure gives the insurance industry automated data structuring “[The AI platform can convert] 100-page loss runs into something that an underwriter or broker can make sense of within minutes without somebody manually keying.” —Sai

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Neilson Marketing Services

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The insurance industry moves fast, and for carriers and MGAs, knowing where they stand with their independent agency partners is critical. For example, asking if a carrier’s underwriting support is a deciding factor or if digital tools play a significant role helps carriers understand which attributes matter most.

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Bankers Insurance

JULY 22, 2024

Westfield’s Legacy of Caring Program Partners with Westfield Insurance Agencies to Support Dozens of Nonprofits Across the Country Westfield partnered with Bankers Insurance to donate $9,500 to the American Red Cross as part of Westfield’s Legacy of Caring program.

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