MUA Announces Slate Of Officers & Board Members

Nearly 350 underwriters, brokers, claims personnel and key industry professionals gathered to participate in the 92nd Inland Marine Underwriters Association (IMUA) Annual Meeting. IMUA’s premier education symposium was held April 29-May 3, 2023, at the Loews Canyon Rest in Tucson, AZ. The first order of business was the announcement of the approval of the election results for the 2023 slate of officers by IMUA’s Vice President & Secretary, Lillian Colson. Ms. Colson announced that Anthony Falcone, Intact, will serve as the association’s new Chair. Deputy Chair will be Arthur Sieder, Great American, and Vice Chair, Sharon Primerano, AIG. Kevin O’Brien and Lillian Colson — the Association’s President and CEO and Vice President and Secretary, respectively — were also re-elected.
Commenting on his acceptance, Anthony Falcone praised the membership for their strong commitment to supporting the association’s efforts, as evidenced by the record number of attendees at this year’s annual meeting. He said, “Regardless of the roadblocks the association has had to endure, the work of the IMUA relentlessly continued its commitment to advancing the goals of the inland marine industry. I am extremely honored to serve this prestigious organization. I am proud to be a part of this group of dedicated professionals, and I thank you, our members, for this unique opportunity.”
He further noted, “I look forward to building upon the incredible progress the IMUA these past two years under the leadership of Jessica Frankovich in developing the talents of so many young members of this association, especially through our all-access, all-inclusive remote education initiative.”
Looking at his agenda going forward, Mr. Falcone outlines four key areas where he will focus. They include:
· Expand IMUA’s reach – including a renewed emphasis on broker membership
· Ensure IMUA’s financial stability – including a new assessment methodology and all-access education
· Enhance IMUA’s educational offering – including learning journeys and certification
· Embrace a greater digital mindset – developing ways to best use technology to support IMUA’s educational mission

Mr. Falcone concluded by recognizing the hard work and dedication of the IMUA staff.
Also announced was the current slate of the Board of Directors. They are:

Class of 2023
Randy Schlosser, Munich Re America
Bradley Cameron, Sompo International
Rich Soja, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty Vicky Hartman, Ironshore
Jon Mosby, Ascot

Class of 2024
Bruce Jervis, Chubb
Alexander McGinley, AXA XL Josh Jennings, Aspen Specialty Jessica Frankovich, Seneca

Class of 2025
Anne Caliento, Gen Re Ben Tuttle, Tokio Marine Michelle Hoehn, Travelers Paul Orsi, Zurich NA
Anthony Falcone, Intact, newly elected IMUA Chair.

IMUA is the national association for the commercial inland marine insurance industry. IMUA serves as the voice of its member companies representing over 90 percent of all commercial inland marine insurers. The association provides its members comprehensive training and educational programs, including research papers and bulletins, industry analysis, and seminars. IMUA was founded in 1930.