LOOK OUT, GLASS CEILING Texas young pro named National Alliance Outstanding CSR of the Year By Alice Ashby Roettger As each generation ages, it tends to opine that the next generation—maybe two—is “going to the dogs” (except for its own offspring, of course). But the story of the National Alliance’s 2021 Outstanding CSR of the Year certainly belies that assumption. Despite life barriers that might stifle ambition in many, Darnella
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GATEWAY TO SMALL COMMERCIAL LINES Agent network offers virtual course to affiliates By Elisabeth Boone, CPCU “It gave me great tools to feel confident, look professional, and be prepared to meet with clients.” “The course was well laid out to give agents a broad perspective on the commercial industry and the questions agents must ask their clients.” “This is a great tool because you may find coverages that the
Thirty-Third Annual Rough Notes Agency of the Year Who will be the 2021 Agency of the year? One of the agencies featured in a Rough Notes cover story during 2021 will be named Agency of the Year. The winner will be selected from votes by the previous 32 years of Rough Notes cover agents (from the years I989-2020). The principals of the winning firm will be presented with the
[T]he NAIC CMB Special Report requires a very close reading. Financial types pride themselves in soft-pedaling even the most savage events and Hellbroth conditions. Public Policy Analysis & Opinion By Kevin P. Hennosy EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN? Insurance sector loading up on high-risk bonds At the end of 2020, the U.S. insurance sector’s holdings in high-risk bonds reached levels not recorded in more than 10 years, according
AGENT FOR THE FUTURE The J. Morey Company takes top national honor By Dave Willis, CPIA For the past four decades, The J. Morey Company, Inc., has maintained a clear focus on growth. Established in Cerritos, California, in 1980 by John, Jack and James Morey, the agency quickly built a reputation for serving individuals, families, and businesses with high quality insurance products and professional, reliable service. It didn’t take long
