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MADD Announces 2024 Board Leadership and New Directors Helping to Fight the Surge in Drunk Driving Deaths and Injuries

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

IRVING, Texas, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MADD Announces 2024 Board Leadership and New Directors

Key Points: 
  • These new leaders will help MADD fight the surge in drunk driving deaths and injuries.
  • Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is honored to welcome Jennifer Mitchell as the Chair of the National Board of Directors for 2024, along with new directors Carly Doshi, David Esmie, and Natalie Furniss.
  • "Our board plays a leading role in helping MADD fight the growing public health crisis on our roads," said MADD CEO Stacey D. Stewart.
  • She worked directly with MADD's CEO and executive leadership in crafting a five-year strategic plan to eliminate impaired driving.

High Definition Vehicle Insurance Reports Business and Executive Leadership Growth While Fleet Customers Improve Safety Performance and Reduce Insurance Costs

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- High Definition Vehicle Insurance (HDVI), a technology-first commercial auto insurance provider, brings strong momentum into 2024 fueled by business growth, the safety performance of its fleet customers, additions to its senior leadership team, and plans to target new market segments.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- High Definition Vehicle Insurance (HDVI), a technology-first commercial auto insurance provider, brings strong momentum into 2024 fueled by business growth, the safety performance of its fleet customers, additions to its senior leadership team, and plans to target new market segments.
  • "We lead the industry in using AI-driven underwriting to transform commercial trucking insurance and will continue to help customers improve their safety performance and reduce costs."
  • The company's ability to maximize the potential of safety-related telematics data helped its customers mitigate risk with nearly 200 million miles of safe driving in 2023.
  • As a result of improved safety performance, HDVI fleet customers saved $1.1M in insurance premiums, with the best performers saving about $2,000 per truck annually.

K2 OCONUS Launches as the First Ever Defense Base Act (DBA) MGA with Backing by Leading Specialty Insurance Company, K2 Insurance Services

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

K2 OCONUS , a division of K2 Insurance Services , announces today the launch of their Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance program, writing Workers’ Compensation coverage for U.S. government contractors abroad.

Key Points: 
  • K2 OCONUS , a division of K2 Insurance Services , announces today the launch of their Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance program, writing Workers’ Compensation coverage for U.S. government contractors abroad.
  • With a high-risk tolerance, writing business with Nationwide and a robust team of industry experts, K2 OCONUS sets a new standard in safeguarding those who serve our nation overseas.
  • “I’m extremely proud of the team we’ve assembled and the unique experience each of us brings at K2 OCONUS, from both insurance and military backgrounds.
  • We are simply unmatched in this regard, and that in itself is special,” said Leo, CEO and Founder.

Ascot Group Appoints Elizabeth Johnson as Group Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascot Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Johnson as Group Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascot Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Johnson as Group Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.
  • Ms. Johnson will be responsible for leading the company's global operational support organization while also overseeing the Ascot technology, business intelligence, and communications and marketing functions.
  • She will continue to report to Jonathan Zaffino, Group Chief Executive Officer and President.
  • Ms. Johnson joined the organization in 2020 as Chief Underwriting Officer, North America, and in 2022, was promoted to Chief Operating Officer, North America, responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of an integrated underwriting, data, and operational organization for the region.

Ascot Group Appoints Elizabeth Johnson as Group Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascot Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Johnson as Group Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascot Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Johnson as Group Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.
  • Ms. Johnson will be responsible for leading the company's global operational support organization while also overseeing the Ascot technology, business intelligence, and communications and marketing functions.
  • She will continue to report to Jonathan Zaffino, Group Chief Executive Officer and President.
  • Ms. Johnson joined the organization in 2020 as Chief Underwriting Officer, North America, and in 2022, was promoted to Chief Operating Officer, North America, responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of an integrated underwriting, data, and operational organization for the region.

$6.85B Magic Mushroom Market: Urban 'Shroomery Launches SoCal Home Delivery & Nationwide Shipping

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Friday, January 26, 2024

OAKLAND, Calif., Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Magic Mushroom Delivery, a trailblazer in the rapidly growing magic mushroom industry, headquartered in Oakland, California, proudly announces the expansion of its home delivery & shipping services. The Magic Mushroom Delivery is now offering speedy magic mushroom delivery in Orange County, San Diego, the Inland Empire, and Los Angeles, bringing the transformative experience of magic mushrooms directly to the doorsteps of local enthusiasts. Alongside offering convenient delivery, they extend the magic to every state nationwide with magic mushroom shipping.

Key Points: 
  • SoCal Delivery & Nationwide Shipping Launched by The Magic Mushroom Delivery, Expanding Access and Transforming Wellness Journeys!
  • OAKLAND, Calif., Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Magic Mushroom Delivery , a trailblazer in the rapidly growing magic mushroom industry, headquartered in Oakland, California , proudly announces the expansion of its home delivery & shipping services.
  • The Magic Mushroom Delivery is now offering speedy magic mushroom delivery in Orange County , San Diego, the Inland Empire, and Los Angeles, bringing the transformative experience of magic mushrooms directly to the doorsteps of local enthusiasts.
  • - CEO, The Magic Mushroom Delivery
    "Our mission is to make the extraordinary healing powers of magic mushrooms accessible to everyone," said the CEO of The Magic Mushroom Delivery.

Petco and Nationwide® launch co-branded pet insurance product on petco.com

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

SAN DIEGO and COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading pet insurer Nationwide® and Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) are delivering on their shared commitment to provide affordable and integrated pet health, wellness and protection solutions with the introduction of a new customizable pet health insurance offering available now on petco.com.

Key Points: 
  • Petco | Nationwide pet insurance leverages Nationwide's customizable pet health insurance product within Petco's unique and fully integrated pet care ecosystem.
  • The co-branded experience on petco.com enables visitors to build a policy that fits the individual needs of their pet and budget.
  • Petco | Nationwide pet insurance provides essential coverage for unexpected veterinary expenses resulting from accidental injuries including broken bones, lacerations, poisoning, and other incidents.
  • Visit petco.com for additional resources regarding healthy pet ownership and frequently asked questions about Petco | Nationwide Pet Insurance.

Online Policy Self-Servicing, Support and Quoting Capabilities Set Leading Insurance Carriers Apart

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Keynova Group, the principal competitive intelligence source for digital financial services firms, today announced the results of the Q4 2023 edition of its semi-annual Online Insurance Scorecard, an evaluation of 12 of the largest U.S. auto and property insurance carriers' website capabilities. Progressive once again earns first place for its online user experience, achieving the highest overall score.

Key Points: 
  • - Beth Robertson, Managing Director, Keynova Group
    Trends identified in Keynova Group's Scorecard show the leading insurance carriers advancing digital policy management with innovations to drive accurate and efficient policy changes, self-servicing and expanded online quoting and servicing for an array of policy types.
  • Pet insurance is becoming more popular, with two-thirds of carriers quoting pet insurance online, though less than 10% support integrated claims filing and tracking capabilities.
  • Flood insurance is moving to a digital acquisition model at 40% of carriers, while just 17% currently enable online quoting for umbrella coverage.
  • Conversely, online flood claims are supported by less than 20% of carriers yet 25% offer digital filing of umbrella policy claims.

New Report: Economic Fears Driving Retirees Back to Work

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Monday, January 22, 2024

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, more Americans will turn 65 years old than at any point in history, with roughly 12,000 people a day reaching the age most target for retirement. A new survey from the Nationwide Retirement Institute® reveals that many adults in this age range are not as financially comfortable as they expected to be at this stage of life.

Key Points: 
  • There is a significant gap between the realities of current retirees and the expectations of adults ages 60-65 who are still working.
  • They expect to spend 42% of their income on food, housing, and other basic expenses, while retirees actually spend 53% on those expenses.
  • Retiring ahead of schedule: 64% of current retirees stopped working earlier than planned, which can reduce important years to save for retirement.
  • If Congress does not take action, future retirees can expect a 23% cut in benefits, according to the Social Security Administration .

Omnilert Releases 2023 Statistics on Gun Violence in the US; Cites the Largest Increase in School Shootings in Four Decades

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

LEESBURG, Va., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnilert, a leader in active shooter solutions, today released its annual compilation of gun violence statistics summarizing the alarming number of mass shootings and other gun violence in America in 2023. Unfortunately, 2023 broke a record with 346 school shootings – the most in over four decades - highlighting the growing need for effective active shooter protection such as AI visual gun detection. As one of the leading providers of this technology, Omnilert saw significant growth in 2023 as public and private organizations recognized the importance of being able to detect and verify weapons in seconds and then have its system automatically initiate a full emergency response designed to save lives.

Key Points: 
  • Unfortunately, 2023 broke a record with 346 school shootings – the most in over four decades - highlighting the growing need for effective active shooter protection such as AI visual gun detection.
  • "Entering 2024, Omnilert now protects hundreds of schools, universities, hospitals, retail, commercial, and other organizations around the country which is a testament to the effectiveness of our Omnilert Gun Detect platform.
  • As part of this relationship, Evolv integrated Omnilert Gun Detect visual gun detection AI into its new Evolv Extend™ product to detect brandished guns.
  • As highlighted in the gun violence statistics blog post, the alarming statistics around gun violence reaffirm the need to protect America's public places.