Transacting specialty program business can be a challenge, plain and simple. AIX, a leading carrier serving the program marketplace, understands. Unreasonable program structures, expenses, and channel conflicts, among other things, often make writing program business an uphill battle. AIX has constructed its business in response to these and the many other challenges of the current marketplace and has uniquely positioned itself as the best carrier partner for program administrators.

As a member of The Hanover Insurance Group, AIX works with the best agents and program administrators in the country to provide outstanding program capabilities, helping them to grow and win regardless of the market.

Launched in 2005, the Windsor, Connecticut-based AIX Group was created to fill a need in the insurance market for specialty program business.

Having assembled one of the most experienced and talented teams in the specialty and alternative program business, AIX has drawn upon that experience to develop a suite of innovative products and services, as well as the most state-of-the-art program operations. In a relatively short period of time, AIX has established a successful track record and is now one of the most notable and significant carriers in the program arena, providing customized program business solutions on both an admitted and nonadmitted basis.

“We know the specialty marketplace inside and out, and I believe that we have really changed the game—helping our program partners grow and win by providing solutions that no other program carrier can match,” said Robert Schultz, president of AIX.

“We have a long standing, mutually beneficial relationship with AIX, which we continue to build on,” said John Roberts, managing director operations, Wells Fargo Special Risks, which recently expanded and further developed its comprehensive program for ski resorts nationwide through its relationship with AIX. “Especially in the current market, it is great to have a flexible partner who is as committed to help our customers succeed as we are.”

To build on its early success, in 2008 AIX joined forces with The Hanover Insurance Group, a leading provider of property and casualty insurance. The Hanover is rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best.

With AIX as a part of the company, The Hanover gained immediate access to well-managed, disciplined underwriting, state-of-the-art technology, and a highly respected team with specialized expertise. At the same time, AIX was able to deliver its capabilities to The Hanover’s existing partners and provide another distinctive capability to help them grow their businesses.

Backed by the financial strength, leverage and management expertise of The Hanover, AIX has grown significantly in recent years. Today, AIX offers a comprehensive and customized program solution to meet complex market needs, with general liability, property, auto liability, workers compensation, marine, commercial umbrella, and excess and surplus coverages offered on a nationwide basis. AIX offers fully bundled and unbundled product suite solutions, providing a unique delivery to each partner. Industry leaders such as Barney and Barney, Lockton, The Leavitt Group, and Wells Fargo have taken note and are among the selective business partners that have partnered with AIX to develop specially tailored programs.

“It is our experience that AIX is deeply committed to product innovation, customer service, and building mutually beneficial partnerships,” said Steve Eginoire, chairman of Lockton Affinity, which recently moved $65 million in program business to AIX. “At the same time, we are thrilled to be working with The Hanover because of the company‘s financial strength and unparalleled responsiveness and expertise.”

AIX’s highly specialized team of professionals allows its partners to remain focused on what matters most to them: helping solve their clients’ problems and building their businesses.

AIX’s technology driven infrastructure and operations brings unequaled efficiency, agility, and flexibility to every transaction. “Every member of our senior management team is fully and personally engaged to provide the responsive service that our clients expect and deserve,” said Schultz. “Throughout our organization, we are focused on removing every barrier to problem solving by providing creative risk sharing approaches. In short, we do whatever it takes to help our partners be successful, today and tomorrow.”

AIX welcomes long-term agent partners who are experts in their niches and are committed to well balanced program placements. The company’s goal is to build long lasting relationships that are robust, yet dynamic and flexible enough to take advantage of new opportunities that the changing market may present. If you are interested in partnering with AIX, call Ron Ganiats at (860) 683-9890.