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The Plexus Groupe Intern Selected as The Council Foundation Scholarship Recipient
Kyle Vitale, a student at Illinois State University and a summer intern at The Plexus Groupe, has been selected as a recipient of a $5,000 academic scholarship for the 2018-19 year academic year, as announced today by The Council Foundation. “The Plexus Groupe is very proud of Kyle for being... - September 04, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Announces Opening of New Office in Burlington, North Carolina
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. announced the opening of its new office in Burlington, North Carolina with a new Commercial Underwriter on staff. - August 25, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
The Plexus Groupe Hires Todd Neaves as Vice President, Business Development
The Plexus Groupe, an innovative, client-focused insurance brokerage and risk management consulting firm, has hired Todd Neaves as Vice President of Business Development in its Oklahoma City office. Neaves brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working in the Oklahoma area with... - August 20, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
ASAP Tax and Lien Search Reports Higher Sales During Summer
The Heat Goes on for ASAP Tax and Lien Search; Higher YoY Orders in May, June and July; New Partnership with Closers Choice; Begins 20th Year of Service - August 15, 2018 - ASAP Tax and Lien Search
ProjectSnapp, a New Home Improvement App Available on Google Play
With similar apps focusing on the buying and selling of local goods, ProjectSnapp aims to target a marketplace for buying and selling local services. - August 13, 2018 - ProjectSnapp LLC
The Plexus Groupe Retains Best Practices Status
The Plexus Groupe has retained its IIABA Best Practices status, once again being included in an elite group of independent insurance agencies across the United States. This status is earned by participating in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big... - July 31, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
Plexus Financial Services, LLC Leaders Named as Delegates to NAPA DC Fly-In Forum
Practice Leader Allison Winge and Vice President, Client Relations Pamela Appell of Plexus Financial Services, LLC recently participated as delegates to the National Association of Plan Advisors’ (NAPA) Annual DC Fly-In Forum, an exclusive gathering of the nation’s leading retirement... - July 31, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes Peter Stavrakos to Brokerage Division
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Peter Stavrakos to the Brokerage office in Sarasota, Florida. He will be joining the Professional Liability Team where he will focus on solving the coverage needs of both smaller and larger Professional and Management Liability... - July 21, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington Receives Upgrade from AM Best
Issuer Credit Rating Upgraded to bbb+ by A.M. Best Company - Effective June 19, 2018 - June 22, 2018 - Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Hires Armando Duran as External Marketing Representative for Texas
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to welcome a new External Marketing Representative for Texas, Armando Duran. Working out of the Dallas/Fort Worth area, he will be focusing on agent relationships throughout the state. Armando comes to AUI with over ten years of experience in the insurance... - June 17, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Pavaso Partners with MBH Settlement Group for Digital Closings
Pavaso will collaborate with MBH, Virginia’s largest settlement services provider, to offer digital closings. Pavaso is the developer of the industry’s only digital closing platform that brings lender, title and borrower together in one single digital portal. MBH has been rated as the... - May 09, 2018 - MBH Settlement Group, L.C.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Promotes Eric Dail to Western Region Regional Vice President
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce its new Western Region Regional Vice President, Eric Dail. Formerly a Western Region Marketing Representative for AUI, Eric will now manage the day-to-day operations of the Scottsdale office, including workers’ compensation and commercial... - April 26, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
AUI’s Premium Personal Lines Division, Reliance Risk Solutions, Named a Top Personal Insurance Agency by Chubb
Chubb has bestowed its Cornerstone designation on Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.’s premium personal lines division, Reliance Risk Solutions (RRS). - April 22, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Plexus Hires Christa Oldham as Vice President, Client Executive in Employee Benefits
Benefits expert brings nearly two decades of consulting and brokerage success to Chicagoland-based firm. - April 19, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
Plexus Introduces 2018 Summer Internship Program
The Plexus Groupe, an annual honoree as one of the "Best Places to Work in Insurance," is hiring three high-achieving college students this summer. - April 17, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Taps Lilyana Saunders as a Florida Workers' Compensation Underwriter
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. announces the addition of Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Lilyana "Lili" Saunders, to the Sanford, Florida office. She will be writing small comp accounts, as well as building relationships with agents and growing AUI’s book of business. Lili... - March 22, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Announces Addition of Commercial Specialty Underwriter, Siran Wixom, to Oak Ridge Office
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is proud to welcome Siran Wixom to the Oak Ridge office as a Commercial Specialty Underwriter. She will be handling small to medium size Commercial Specialty accounts. Siran brings close to 20 years’ experience in the insurance industry to her new role,... - March 01, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Alon Cohn to the Sanford Office
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the recent hire of Workers’ Compensation Underwriter, Alon Cohn to the Sanford, Florida office. - February 16, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes Marketing Representative John Gray Back to the Team to Cover Northeast
Appalachian Underwriters is thrilled to welcome back John Gray to the Marketing Team. Formerly the Midwest Marketing Representative, he will now focus on the Northeastern states, including Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,... - January 26, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Status Global Insurance Launches Medical Brand with a New European Health Cash Plan Product
Status Global Insurance (SGI) have just launched their new brand "Status Medical Insurance Solutions," alongside the unveiling of their new European Health Cash Plan product. The new brand will offer a range of Worldwide Medical Insurance Products to complement those already available... - January 25, 2018 - Status Global Insurance
Exciting New App for the Construction and Service Industry Coming This Spring
This Spring a new mobile app will hit iTunes and Google Play catering to the Construction and Service Industry. Making it easier for Homeowners and Businesses to hire local Service Providers or get round about estimates on projects and repairs. - January 20, 2018 - ProjectSnapp LLC
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Develops Exclusive Monoline Sewer Back-Up and Sump Pump Overflow Product
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc., a leading insurance wholesale outlet, has developed a Monoline Sewer Back-up and Sump Pump Overflow product, exclusive to appointed agents. Offered through AUI Brokerage and available in all 50 states, this product covers a wide range of occupancy classes including... - January 06, 2018 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters Partners with ValueMomentum to Enable Online Rate-Quote-Bind for Personal Lines with New Rating Software and Digital Engagement Platform
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) has selected ValueMomentum’s iFoundry Rating Engine and BizDynamics software for enabling rating and online quoting for AssetGuard Personal Lines program for valuable personal articles. AUI has offered AssetGuard for some time. However, the quote and... - December 08, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Dealing with the Insurance Company After a Disaster: The First Five Steps from Insurance Consultant, Rapid Disaster Recovery
When disaster strikes, those affected may feel their world has literally fallen apart. They can act quickly to get on the road to rapid recovery. These first five steps will help victims deal successfully with their insurance company and its adjusters. - November 09, 2017 - Rapid Disaster Recovery
EMLab P&K’s Las Vegas Asbestos Testing Lab Now AIHA-LAP, LLC Accredited for Asbestos Analysis
EMLab P&K’s Las Vegas asbestos testing laboratory is AIHA-LAP, LLC accredited for asbestos PCM analysis. The Nevada lab is also accredited by NVLAP for asbestos and by AIHA-LAP, LLC for mold. - October 04, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Dallas OEP Sales Agent Open House September 21st
National General is hiring for Open Enrollment (OEP) Inside Sales Agents. Agents are focused on selling, selling and more selling and on reaching daily, weekly and monthly sales quotas. - September 21, 2017 - National General Insurance
Appalachian Underwriters Welcomes New Garage Underwriter
Appalachian Underwriters is pleased to welcome new Garage Underwriter I, Michael Peoples, to the Scottsdale, AZ office. He will be primarily underwriting Garage risks in the Western states. Michael started his career as a Garage Underwriter in 2011. He has a BA in Sociology from Bowling Green... - August 31, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Pro Players Real Estate Announces New Premier Real Estate Company
National Football League great Michael Barber recently opened a real estate investment company. - August 31, 2017 - Pro Player Real Estate
Appalachian Underwriters Welcomes New Property Broker
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is excited to welcome Drew Vann to the Brokerage Division in Sarasota, FL. - August 31, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters Welcomes External Marketing Representative for Western States
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is excited to welcome Jim Rocke to the Marketing Team as the External Marketing Representative for the Western states. - August 24, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters Welcomes New Director of Underwriting for Personal Lines
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of the new Director of Underwriting for Personal Lines, Brad Burton, to their Oak Ridge office. In directing the development of and compliance with underwriting requirements applicable to the various programs under management,... - July 22, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters Welcomes New Professional Liability Broker
Appalachian Underwriters is pleased to announce the addition of new Professional Liability Broker, Gary Smid, to their Sarasota office. He will be focusing on solving the coverage needs of both smaller and larger, complex Professional and Management Liability accounts. Smid’s target classes... - July 13, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Consumers First Title Company, Inc. Celebrates a Decade of Putting the Consumer First
Ten years ago today Consumers First Title was founded on one simple premise, to be the best servicing title company in the industry by putting the Consumer First. - July 12, 2017 - Consumers First Title
Appalachian Underwriters’ Reliance Risk Solutions Partners with an A XV Carrier to Bring a New Admitted Solution for Agency Members
Appalachian Underwriters’ high net worth division, Reliance Risk Solutions, is excited to announce a Fine Art Program which offers customized products and services for commercial and personal inland marine fine art and valuable articles. Coverage includes museums, galleries, private dealers... - June 18, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Appalachian Underwriters' Reliance Risk Solutions Named a Top Personal Insurance Agency by Chubb
Chubb has bestowed its Cornerstone designation on Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Of the approximately 3,200 U.S. personal lines agencies that work with Chubb Personal Risk Services, less than seven percent have earned the Cornerstone designation. “Appalachian Underwriters has worked with... - June 18, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
EMLab P&K Irvine Lab Expands Services, Providing Accredited Lead Testing
EMLab P&K adds Lead testing services at its Irvine, CA laboratory, providing Lead analysis for wipe, paint chip and bulk samples. - June 17, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
EMLab P&K Hosts IAQ Training Course by Indoor Sciences in San Francisco Bay Area
EMLab P&K sponsors the Certified Indoor Environmentalist Course at its South San Francisco, California laboratory. The indoor air quality (IAQ) training course is taught by Ian Cull of Indoor Sciences. - May 07, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
EMLab P&K Chicago Helps Mold Testing Specialists in Illinois Through Patent-Pending Lab Report
Mold testing specialists in Illinois benefit from MoldRANGE Local Climate reports. Mold lab reports provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels based on the project’s zip code. - April 30, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes New National Accounts Marketing Representative, Howard Sampsell
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of the new National Accounts Marketing Representative, Howard Sampsell, to the Oak Ridge office. He will be working with national agents to enhance current partner relationships, grow AUI’s national book of business, and... - April 26, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
BrookStone Insurance Group Achieves One Year in Business
BrookStone Insurance Group, LLC was formed by Brook Crawford in April of 2016 after Crawford sold his interest in an existing agency. The agency, located in Dallas, Texas, started business with just four employees, three in sales and one in administration, and has now tripled in size with a total... - April 17, 2017 - BrookStone Insurance Group
Virginia Mold Testing Lab Celebrates 13 Years Serving DC, Maryland & Virginia
EMLab P&K’s Fairfax, Virginia mold laboratory is pleased to have supported communities in Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C. for 13 years by serving professionals who perform testing for mold. - April 15, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
EMLab P&K’s Chicago Laboratory Now AIHA-LAP, LLC Accredited for Legionella Analysis
EMLab P&K’s microbiology laboratory in Chicago, Illinois receives accreditation from AIHA-LAP, LLC for Legionella testing. EMLab P&K continues expanding its Legionella analysis capacity nationwide. - April 07, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Prestige Brokers Joins Hands with Winchester Home Builders for Two New Posh Communities in Metro Atlanta
Prestige Brokers, a tech-savvy real estate brokerage house in the US, has announced that it is joining hands with Winchester Homes of Atlanta, Georgia, for building two new communities in the Metro Atlanta region. The communities will comprise EarthCents certified homes and properties located... - April 03, 2017 - Prestige Brokers
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes New Marketing Representative, Eric Dail
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of new Marketing Representative, Eric Dail, to the Oak Ridge office. - March 16, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
EMLab P&K Receives Accreditation from New York State for Legionella Water Testing
EMLab P&K’s New Jersey microbiology lab is accredited by NYSDOH ELAP for Legionella water testing. The New Jersey lab has also been a member of CDC ELITE for 8 years, and is ready to support New York’s Legionella testing needs. - March 08, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Welcomes New Marketing Representative, Felipe Grinan
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a new Marketing Representative, Felipe Grinan, to the Sanford, Florida office. He will be working with agencies throughout South Florida, including those in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach and the Keys. His background in with... - March 02, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
AUI Welcomes Carrie Bay in Her Promotion to Marketing Director
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce that our former Marketing Representative, Carrie Bay, has been promoted to Director of Marketing for AUI. Formerly handling marketing in their Southern region, including Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia, Carrie will now be coordinating all... - February 24, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Westerlund Joins MBH as CEO
MBH Settlement Group, L.C. (“MBH” or the “Company”), a leading title and settlement services provider in Northern Virginia, is pleased to announce that Fred Westerlund has joined the Company as its Chief Executive Officer. Fred is an industry veteran in title and settlement... - February 24, 2017 - MBH Settlement Group, L.C.
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. Workers’ Compensation Division Welcomes New Middle Market Underwriter, Steven Mansfield
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a new Workers’ Compensation Middle Market Underwriter, Steven Mansfield. Steven will be responsible for the development, marketing and production of Workers’ Compensation in the Midwestern region. - February 19, 2017 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
EMLab P&K Fort Lauderdale Marks 11 Years as Accredited Asbestos Testing Lab
EMLab P&K's Florida asbestos testing lab has been accredited for asbestos analysis for over a decade and has provided consistent, accurate and reliable service for 14 years. - February 17, 2017 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory