Coverage of the Cover Holders and Risk Takers-Exchange Conferences
Scott Addis, CEO, Beyond Insurance, said agents and brokers must move beyond bidding for business and focus on consulting with insureds and diagnosing their risk needs.
Glenn Clark, president, Rockwood Programs, and founder, CHART-Exchange, said meaningful insurance agency growth comes from new risk products and programs, not simply from agencies buying one another.
Duncan Dale, CEO, Dale Underwriting Partners, said his syndicate, which started three years ago, has broadened its operations and is actively penetrating the broker market.
Earl Burkett, president, Strong Tower Insurance, hopes to create insurance coverage for those who must defend themselves in court because their religious beliefs contradict laws or regulations.
Bill Fahy, president, Alliance Program Services, said smaller independent insurance agents should expand their product offerings in order to offset tightening commissions for auto business.
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