AF Group

AF Group Names Middle Market Agency of the Year Winners

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Partnership, IMA, National accounts, Hub International, Agency, AF Group

LANSING, Mich., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AF Group is proud to recognize two agencies with Middle Market (United Heartland and Third Coast Underwriters) Agency of the Year awards based on their strong premium performance, new business growth and retention during 2023.

Key Points: 
  • LANSING, Mich., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AF Group is proud to recognize two agencies with Middle Market (United Heartland and Third Coast Underwriters) Agency of the Year awards based on their strong premium performance, new business growth and retention during 2023.
  • "IMA and Hub Mid-South have shown tremendous and consistent dedication to providing value to our shared customers," said Michelle McLane, senior vice president of Middle Market and National Accounts for AF Group's Commercial Markets division.
  • "We are so honored and proud to be named United Heartland's Agency of the Year," said Jeff Jamison, Wichita Market president for IMA Financial Group.
  • They represent a commitment to shared values and consistent drive to serve our mutual customers with care," said Justin Bealhen, vice president of Middle Market for AF Group's Commercial Markets division.

Excellence in Insurance, Insurity’s Annual Conference, to Offer P&C Insurers with Innovative Strategies and Insights to Get Ahead in the Marketplace

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 18, 2024
Professional Services, Data Management, Technology, Insurance, Software, Networks, Organization, Internet of things, Policy, AF Group, Risk assessment, P&C, Risk management

Insurity's annual conference, Excellence in Insurance, is the must-attend event for property and casualty insurance professionals.

Key Points: 
  • Insurity's annual conference, Excellence in Insurance, is the must-attend event for property and casualty insurance professionals.
  • With over 30 interactive sessions, panel discussions, and user group meetings, attendees will gain practical knowledge and strategies for immediate implementation.
  • “As the P&C insurance industry evolves, it’s imperative for leaders to collaborate and share insights,” said Chris Lafond, Chief Executive Officer at Insurity.
  • Attendees will have the opportunity to celebrate and learn from real-world successes from industry leaders during the Excellence in Insurance awards.

Accident Fund Names HUB International Midwest Grand Rapids as Agency of the Year

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Partnership, HUB, AF Group, Accident Fund

LANSING, Mich., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Accident Fund is proud to recognize HUB International Midwest Grand Rapids as its Agency of the Year for strong premium performance, new business growth, retention and more during 2023.

Key Points: 
  • LANSING, Mich., April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Accident Fund is proud to recognize HUB International Midwest Grand Rapids as its Agency of the Year for strong premium performance, new business growth, retention and more during 2023.
  • "HUB International Midwest Grand Rapids is a genuine example of those shared values, which is why we are pleased to award them with this Agency of the Year recognition and look forward to the exciting future ahead."
  • "Our partnership with Accident Fund is a cornerstone of our Workers' Compensation Practice, and being named their Agency of the Year for 2023 is an honor," said Justin Dailey, chief marketing officer, HUB International Midwest Grand Rapids.
  • "This award underscores our dedication to excellence and celebrates the exceptional results we consistently achieve for our clients."

CompWest Names Kristi Houston Vice President

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 25, 2024
Zenith Insurance Company, Business, Insurance, Business administration, Business development, AF Group, University, Management

LANSING, Mich., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CompWest Insurance has announced the appointment of Kristi Houston as vice president of Business Development and Operations.

Key Points: 
  • LANSING, Mich., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CompWest Insurance has announced the appointment of Kristi Houston as vice president of Business Development and Operations.
  • Houston has been a member of the CompWest team since 2009, having first joined the company as marketing manager.
  • Prior to joining CompWest, Houston held roles as Business Development manager with Zenith Insurance and account executive with Marsh McLennan Agency.
  • "Kristi is a highly creative leader and has established a strong affinity for her team," said Mike Valiante, senior vice president of Small Commercial Market for AF Group.

CompWest Names President's Club Winners

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Trust, Club, AF Group

LANSING, Mich., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CompWest is proud to recognize this year's President's Club Award honorees, representing high-performing agent partners in California.

Key Points: 
  • LANSING, Mich., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CompWest is proud to recognize this year's President's Club Award honorees, representing high-performing agent partners in California.
  • Recipients of the award exhibited outstanding results in premium, cumulative loss ratio and premium retention in 2023.
  • "CompWest congratulates our President's Club winners on their outstanding achievement," said Mike Valiante, senior vice president of Small Commercial Market, AF Group.
  • The President's Club Award winners are:

Accident Fund Names President's Club and Agency of the Territory Winners

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Territory, AF Group, Accident Fund

LANSING, Mich., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Accident Fund is proud to recognize President's Club Award honorees and Regional Agency of the Territory winners, representing high-performing agent partners across the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • LANSING, Mich., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Accident Fund is proud to recognize President's Club Award honorees and Regional Agency of the Territory winners, representing high-performing agent partners across the U.S.
  • Recipients of this important award exhibited outstanding results in premium, cumulative loss ratio and premium retention in 2023.
  • Accident Fund is proud to recognize President's Club Award honorees and Regional Agency of the Territory winners.
  • "Accident Fund congratulates all of our winners for the hard work and care shown throughout the year," said Mike Valiante, senior vice president of Small Commercial Market, AF Group.

CompWest names ALKEME Insurance its Agency of the Year

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 22, 2024
AF Group, Insurance, Culture, Partnership, Management

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CompWest has awarded ALKEME Insurance the honor of Agency of the Year for strong premium performance, new business growth, retention and more during 2023.

Key Points: 
  • LANSING, Mich., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CompWest has awarded ALKEME Insurance the honor of Agency of the Year for strong premium performance, new business growth, retention and more during 2023.
  • CompWest has awarded ALKEME Insurance the honor of Agency of the Year.
  • "We are excited to recognize ALKEME Insurance as CompWest's Agency of the Year for their outstanding business performance and their incredible partnership," said Mike Valiante, senior vice president of Small Commercial Market, AF Group.
  • "We are thrilled to be recognized as a top agency by such an esteemed industry provider such as CompWest," said Curtis Barton, CEO, ALKEME.

AF Group Helps to Provide $1.4 Million in Charitable Giving in 2023

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
AF Group, Culture, Bed, Organization, Organic, Pharmaceutical industry

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AF Group has demonstrated its continued support for local communities and charities by providing more than $1.4 million to regional and national organizations last year.

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  • LANSING, Mich., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AF Group has demonstrated its continued support for local communities and charities by providing more than $1.4 million to regional and national organizations last year.
  • Through the company's annual Caring & Sharing employee giving program, teammates donated $338,000.
  • An additional $730,000 in corporate sponsorships from AF Group and Emergent Holdings led to the total contributions.
  • Nearly 80 AF Group teammates spent an afternoon in December building 40 twin beds for local children.

Fortegra Appoints Eric Halter and Bianca Hoshina to Specialty Leadership Team

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 22, 2024
Senior, AF Group, TIPT, Business development

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fortegra Group, Inc. ("Fortegra" or the "Company"), a global specialty insurer and subsidiary of Tiptree Inc. (NASDAQ: TIPT), today announced the appointment of Eric Halter as Senior Vice President, Business Development, and Bianca Hoshina as Chief Reinsurance Buyer.

Key Points: 
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fortegra Group, Inc. ("Fortegra" or the "Company"), a global specialty insurer and subsidiary of Tiptree Inc. (NASDAQ: TIPT), today announced the appointment of Eric Halter as Senior Vice President, Business Development, and Bianca Hoshina as Chief Reinsurance Buyer.
  • Their hirings further enhance the capabilities of Fortegra's Specialty Team and reaffirm the Company's commitment to the program space.
  • Prior to joining Fortegra, Ms. Hoshina notably served as the Chief Reinsurance Officer at Centauri Insurance Specialty Company.
  • Both Mr. Halter and Ms. Hoshina will report to Mark Rattner, Fortegra's Chief Underwriting Officer, Insurance.

AF Group Announces the Retirement of Steve Cooper

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Accident Fund, Retirement, AF Group, Management

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AF Group has announced the retirement of Steve Cooper, president of Commercial Markets, effective in April.

Key Points: 
  • LANSING, Mich., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AF Group has announced the retirement of Steve Cooper, president of Commercial Markets, effective in April.
  • AF Group has announced the retirement of Steve Cooper, president of Commercial Markets, effective in April.
  • "After nearly 20 years of dedication to our organization, Steve has left an indelible mark on our teammates and agent partners," said Lisa Corless, president and CEO of AF Group.
  • "His deep industry knowledge, authentic leadership and remarkable kindness has made him a beloved leader and peer, and he will be sincerely missed for his lasting contributions to AF Group."