April 20
Insurance Federation of New York Presents Free Enterprise Award to Steve Menzies
Mary Lanning Public Service Award to William H. Frazier
Hundreds applaud honorees and hear new head of DFS Hon. Adrienne A. Harris
Nearly 300 insurance leaders convened at New York’s Union League Club on March 31st for the 107-year-old Insurance Federation of New York’s Annual Free Enterprise Award luncheon, considered by many to be the industry’s top award. This year’s honoree was Steve Menzies, Chairman of Applied Underwriters, who joins a long line of top US business leaders in receiving the accord. The very first annual Mary Lanning Public Service Award was given to to William Frazier, founder of American Veterans Group, Wall Street’s first public benefit corporation. Honored guest, New York’s new Superintendent of Insurance, Hon. Adrienne A. Harris, was interviewed during the program in a “fireside chat” format whereupon she viewed the DFS’s strengths and her own progress as a professional, among other topics.
Menzies Sees Bold Approach
Remarks by Steve Menzies at the Insurance Federation of New York Awards “I am deeply honored by this award, as its pedigree is exceptional. IFNY has cited leaders in insurance, banking, and finance, and then, has often gone, beyond the confines of these sectors into many fields of endeavor to find the exponents of free […]
IFNY: Stellar
Congratulations to the IFNY Board and its honorees for a beautiful, meaningful event as detailed on these pages. Steve Menzies’ remarks were eye openers, and gave attendees a sparkling reminder of the fact that the business is good and worthwhile. Bill Frazier got the Mary Lanning Public Service Award and the audience met new DFS […]
Big ‘I’ Names Chris Boggs New Vice President of Agent Development, Research and Education
The Big “I” is pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Boggs as the new vice president of agent development, research and education. Boggs succeeds Madelyn Flannagan, who will retire after 26 years of excellent service to the independent agency channel. Boggs joined the Big “I” team in November 2016. In his new role, Boggs […]
Applied Continues Niche Lines Expansion, Launches Applied Surety
Top surety executive, Joshua Betz, named to head Texas based global enterprise Applied Underwriters continues its niche sector expansion with the latest in its series of acquisitions and introductions, launching Applied Surety Underwriters to be based in Houston and serve a worldwide clientele. Since 2019, Applied has acquired companies and books of business in the […]
Insurance Fraud Report 2022: Real Time Data, A Crucial Asset In Fraud Fighting
A 2022 study by FRISS reveals the importance of real time insights from real time data to secure end to end protection from risks and fraud In a recent study by FRISS, the worlds most implemented AI powered fraud, risk and compliance solution provider for P&C insurance companies worldwide, the challenges and opportunities facing insurers […]
Safety Tips for Homeowners – Follow Your Nose
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Vice President/Media Editor For homeowners, safety is of utmost importance. But many homeowners may not realize the warning signs in their homes, including the potential hazards indicated by foul smells. Helping clients understand hidden dangers, and the importance of proper home maintenance, is another value-added […]
New York State Economy Added 39,800 Private Sector Jobs in February 2022
New York State Economy Added 39,800 Private Sector Jobs in February 2022 According to preliminary seasonally adjusted figures released by the New York State Department of Labor, the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by 39,800, or 0.5%, to 7,888,300 in February 2022. By comparison, the number of […]
COVID Isn’t Over for You
by Jane T. Orient, MD Even if you have had COVID, and some restrictions in your area have been lifted at least temporarily, life is definitely not normal, especially in medicine. We live under an increasingly authoritarian regime, which falsely claims to “follow the science,” but is really based on fear. Warning: Much of what […]
