2012Exhibitors - the PIA of Georgia

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Trade Show Exhibitors as of July 7, 2012
Accident Insurance Company (NEW for 2012)
Bankers Insurance Group (NEW for 2012)
Accident Insurance Company (AIC) was founded in 2003 as a monoline
Workers’ Compensation Carrier, but has since grown into a leading
carrier of commercial insurance solutions. Over the years, AIC has
experienced reliable profitability and consistent and tempered growth
due to its conservative approach to underwriting, disciplined approach
to operations and commitment to the success of the Company as well as
the independent insurance agents it serves. Offering multi-line solutions
to agents throughout the country, AIC has joined the ranks as one of the
nation’s top insurance carriers.
Bankers Insurance Group is the corporate parent of our insurance
companies, which includes three property and casualty carriers, their
marketing companies, an annuity company and an insurance
outsourcing services provider. From modest beginnings in 1976, Bankers
has grown steadily into a recognized industry leader. While Bankers'
companies offer a variety of standard insurance products, we have also
been extremely successful in designing and marketing niche products to
meet insurance needs not covered by more traditional products. Known
for excellent customer service, Bankers offers a spirit of commitment
and innovation to provide our agents and customers with the best
products available at the best price. Although strongly rooted in the
Southeast, Bankers possesses the specialized experience and geographic
focus of a major regional carrier; we are licensed in all 50 states and the
District of Columbia. We view our agents as full partners in our business:
We grow, we succeed, and we profit together.
AgentInsider (NEW for 2012))
AgentInsider is designed with the local insurance agent in mind,
providing online lead purchasing with flexibility and control. Already an
award-winning service, we recently fully incorporated
InsuranceAgents.com – the 2011 Leads360 winner of ‘#1 Converting
Lead Supplier – ensuring the AgentInsider brand provides an
unparalleled combination of account flexibility and lead quality.
Agoragate (NEW for 2012))
Your Independent Agent Web Solution Insurance Buyers Are Online. In
fact, 75% of insurance buyers begin their search on the web. But are
they finding YOU? Agoragate has built a web system to attract insurance
seekers and introduce them to you, the independent agent. It’s easy,
affordable and virtually maintenance-free. Taking away the need for a
costly web guru – even the need for a website. We do it all for you.
Simple. Easy.
Alfa Insurance Co. (NEW for 2012)
All Risks, Ltd. (NEW for 2012)
American Strategic Insurance (NEW for 2012)
American Strategic Insurance (ASI) is a leading residential property
company that by year's end will write more than $800 million in
premium and have in excess of 775,000 policies in force. ASI offers
Georgia residents Homeowners, Dwelling Fire, Renters, Condominium
and Flood. ASI is rated A- (Excellent) with a positive outlook by A.M. Best
Co.
Amerisafe Inc.
AmTrust North America
Assurant Specialty Property
B. Jones & Associates, Inc.
BankDirect Capital Finance
BankDirect Capital Finance is a diversified financial services company and
one of the largest commercial premium finance providers. BankDirect is
a division of Texas Capital Bank, N.A. BankDirect's mission is to provide
the best insurance financing solutions, products and service within the
marketplace. We are proud to have experienced industry professionals,
as well as a proven operational system that enables us to serve you in
the near future and beyond.
BELFOR Restoration
Belfor provides 24/365 emergency restoration services: Water, Fire
Smoke and Wind losses. We have four offices in Georgia. Atlanta,
Columbus, Macon and Savannah.
Builders Insurance Group
More than 14,500 policyholders in residential and light commercial
construction as well as variety of non-construction fields rely on Builders
Insurance Group to protect their most important assets – people and
property. Over two decades, the Company has evolved into a dynamic,
financially secure and dedicated partner with a philosophy of providing
outstanding products, backed by exceptional customer service and easyto-use technology solutions. Headquartered in Atlanta, the Company
delivers Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, Property and
Umbrella insurance through independent agents to customers
throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern, Southeastern and
Southwestern United States. Builders Insurance Group and all of its
member companies are rated A- (Excellent) VIII by A.M. Best Company.
For more information, please visit www.bldrs.com.
Bunker Hill Underwriters
BUNKER HILL UNDERWRITERS is a hybrid Underwriting Agency, writing a
diverse mix of specialty business on our Wholly-Owned Subsidiary
Insurance Company's paper. As a member company of the Houston
International Insurance Group, Bunker Hill operates with over 27 years
company experience. Diversity - Knowledge and Integrity are values with
which we take very seriously. From Heavy Construction -to- Home
Healthcare our Underwriting Teams deliver quality products with rapid
service commitments to our Producers.
Burns & Wilcox Ltd.
Based in Farmington Hills, Mich., Burns & Wilcox is the largest
independent wholesale broker and underwriting manager providing
specialty lines of insurance to thousands of agents and brokers
nationally.
Capitol Special Risks
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Distinguished Programs (NEW for 2012)
Distinguished Programs is a leading national insurance program manager
focused on niche products for select business segments and industries.
The company provides a wide range of competitive property and liability
products for real estate risks and an umbrella liability program for
museums. Products are distributed through a growing network of more
than 3,000 independent agents and brokers. Distinguished is the
recipient of the “Best Practices Designation” by the Target Markets
Program Administrators Association. For more information, please visit
www.distinguished.com.
Donegal Insurance Group
Encompass (NEW for 2012)
Importance of SIMPLE. A simpler insurance experience starts with the
company that makes insurance simple. The Encompass One Policy. One
simple, easy way to protect you, your family and your possessions. It's
the Encompass Power of One. One premium. One annual renewal date.
One deductible. One agent.
Your Encompass One Policy can be adjusted at any time during the
policy period if you want to:
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add or eliminate coverage
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include rental properties
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customize your payment plan
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set up different payors for each of your properties
Personal, Local SERVICE . Encompass insurance is available through an
exclusive group of independent agencies. Independent agents work with
multiple insurance companies to bring you personalized solutions and
service for your insurance needs. Talk to an Encompass independent
agent to determine if an Encompass policy is right for you.
Financial Strength. Encompass Insurance builds on more than 25 years of
experience serving independent agents and their customers.
Fidelity National (NEW for 2012)
Fidelity National Indemnity Insurance Company, now a member of The
Wright Insurance Group, is the nation’s largest provider of federal flood
insurance with over 20 years’ experience as a leading WYO company.
Fidelity Flood, located in St. Petersburg, Florida, is AM Best rated A(Excellent) and offers both flood and excess flood insurance in the state
of Georgia through a network of over 15,000 agencies nationwide and
actively supports agency partners through participation in NFIP steering
committees, PIA, IIAB as well as IBHS national organizations. Agents may
contact us for appointment at www.fidelityonline.com. The Wright
Insurance Group, a specialty lines property and casualty insurance and
risk management holding company, offers comprehensive solutions for
public and private sector entities and is headquartered in Uniondale, NY.
For more information, please visit www.wrmamerica.com.
First NonProfit Insurance Co. (NEW for 2012)
For more than 30 years, First Nonprofit has been governed by and
dedicated exclusively to serving the nonprofit community. We boast
strong customer loyalty and work to maintain a high retention rate year
after year. No other insurance company brings the dedication and
experience that we have to your nonprofit clients. As you get to know
First Nonprofit, you’ll see we do a lot for our insureds and your clients.
First Nonprofit delivers an unbeatable combination of solid coverage,
stable pricing, and exceptional service to both insureds and producers.
Our efforts are designed to help you get new clients and keep them with
you for years to come. Work with us and you’ll discover how easy it is to
deal directly with our Underwriters who can craft custom coverage in
response to your clients’ specific needs. Come work with a smart, strong
company that’s flexible and responsive to your needs.
FloodSmart
In 2004, the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's)
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) identified the critical need to
educate communities nationwide about the risk of flooding and the
importance of flood insurance coverage. In response to this need, the
NFIP developed FloodSmart, a comprehensive, integrated campaign to
educate and inform partners, stakeholders, property owners and renters
about financially protecting their homes and businesses from flood
damage.
FrankCrum
Founded in 1981, FrankCrum is the country’s largest privately owned
Professional Employer Organization (PEO). We provide a full range of
administrative services including cost-effective payroll, workers’
compensation, risk management, human resources and benefit
solutions. FrankCrum’s national presence provides a market that spans a
broad range of industry classes including small to large businesses. Our
model is based solely on working with brokers and agents. They enjoy a
simplified submission process including on-line access tools that enable
them to receive quotes back quickly and efficiently. In addition, brokers
and agents receive the highest level of residual commissions that do not
decline upon renewal, without any volume commitments. Our full,
dedicated staff specializes in supporting brokers and agents in selling,
marketing, and closing opportunities.
Genesee General
GMAC Insurance
GMAC Insurance Personal Lines Group is one of the largest automobile
insurers in the United States. GMAC Insurance Personal Lines Group
offers property and casualty products, including personal auto, RV,
motorcycle, commercial auto and more. With a nationwide network of
claims professionals and a 24-hour, toll-free claims hotline available 365
days a year, GMAC Insurance provides superior claims service for its
customers.
Grange Insurance
For generations, Grange Insurance and the Independent Agents who
represent our company have been empowering people to live their lives
with fewer worries by offering valuable insurance products and superior,
hassle-free services that meet our customers’ changing needs. Today we
are a financially strong insurance provider with $1.3 billion in annual
revenues and $2 billion assets. Located in Columbus, Ohio and rated “A”
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(Excellent) by A.M. Best, we partner with independent agents who offer
auto, home, life and business insurance protection to policyholders in
Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio,
Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and Wisconsin.
Guard Insurance
GUARD Insurance Group provides commercial property and casualty
insurance for small- to mid-sized businesses with workers' compensation
being our traditional specialty. Rated Excellent by A.M. Best, GUARD
ensures over 60,000 policyholders in 29 states. In Georgia, GUARD offers
workers' comp, BOP, and commercial umbrella coverages through our
comprehensive product line, BizGUARD Plus.
GuideOne Insurance (NEW for 2012)
Since our inception in 1947, GuideOne Insurance has focused on creating
superior, affordable coverage options for our niche customers: churches,
schools (K-12) and higher education (colleges, universities, seminaries),
home care providers, senior living communities, and auto and home
owners. GuideOne also has a number of unique value-added services
that set us apart and provide you with more options to better serve your
needs.
H&W Insurance Services, Inc. (NEW for 2012)
For more than 50 years H&W has provided Underwriting facilities for
agents and brokers. H&W writes only Professional Liability business. Visit
us on our website www.hwunderwriters.com. If you don't see an
app.that you need call or e-mail us.
Hallmark Insurance (NEW for 2012)
Hallmark Insurance Personal Lines Segment is dedicated to providing our
appointed insurance agents the tools and products to better educate
their clients and serve their ever-changing needs for Personal Auto,
Business Auto, Motorcycle, Homeowners, and Renters Insurance. We
offer competitive rates, a generous commission structure, contingency
bonuses, and a wide array of products backed by a new commitment to
serving you and your customer service representatives efficiently and
effectively. Your success is our success, which is why “Service is our
Hallmark.”
Hanover E&S
Haulers Insurance Co.
Haulers Insurance Company Inc. (HICI) is an “A” rated regional insurance
carrier that has been operating in Tennessee since 1986. We offer a
monoline Preferred/Standard Personal Auto product, a broad monoline
Business Auto product, an Artisan G/L policy, a Garage policy, and an
Used Auto Dealer policy. We offer a very competitive product to the
people that drive cars and the businesses that use, sell or service them.
HawkSoft, Inc.
Imperial PFS
Imperial PFS is The Natural Choice® for premium financing, offering
solutions for the commercial and personal insurance industry. For over
35 years, we have built solid relationships with our agency partners.
Together, we’ve developed innovative services and flexible programs
that provide additional resources to grow your business.
Infinity Insurance
Instant Data Services, LLC (NEW for 2012)
INSTANT PROOF OF INSURANCE. Stop the Calls, Emails, and Faxes for
Proof of Insurance from Loss Payees, Car Dealers, and even Mortgage
companies! Use INSTANT PROOF OF INSURANCE Online or by
smartphone APP.
Insurance House
We are a Managing General Agency and Wholesale Insurance Broker
specializing in the placement of commercial and personal lines
insurance. We are dedicated to servicing the insurance industry through
independent retail insurance agents. We want to help our agents grow
their business. We offer the expertise they need to offer the best
insurance coverage at the most competitive price.
JM Wilson
J.M. Wilson is a family owned Managing General Agency established in
1920. We provide independent insurance agents with access to A rated
markets for commercial transportation, property & casualty,
professional liability, personal lines and surety.
Johnson & Johnson
JSL Surety
"Customer Service is our number one priority. Whether routine or highly
specialized bonds, our team is eager to assist you. JSL Surety offers bond
programs for clients of all sizes and virtually every industry group. Our
network consists of almost every standard bonding company, as well as
a carefully selected group of specialty carriers. This gives us the diversity
to handle all of the bonding needs for any type of company. Our
technical expertise and long-standing relationships with bonding
companies translate into professional and reliable service for our clients.
We pride ourselves in expertise, relationships and service."
LexisNexis Insurance Exchange (NEW for 2012)
The LexisNexis® Insurance Exchange is designed to help agents and
brokers gain time, efficiencies and actionable business insights to
improve their insurance sales and marketing. Easily connect and
manage the process from lead to close in one simple, secure platform.
For more information, visit lexisnexis.com/insuranceexchange.
Lockey, Mobley & Doyle, LLP
Lokey, Mobley and Doyle, LLP is an Atlanta law firm whose partners have
represented insurance agents and agencies throughout Georgia for over
20 years. The firm is proud to partner with PIA of Georgia by providing
legal consultations and education to PIA members. Lokey, Mobley and
Doyle handles legal matters in the following areas: Insurance Agent’s
Errors and Omissions Claims and Litigation, Insurance Law, Employment
Law, Employment Non-Compete Agreements and Trade Secret Issues,
Business Disputes and Litigation Matters, and Personal Injury and Fraud
Claims. For more information, please visit www.mobley-doyle.com.
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M&R Information Systems
E!Z Work Comp Rater puts the Georgia Workers’ Comp Market at your
fingertips: • Accurately generates quote estimates for your markets AND
your competition in 5 minutes or less. • Quickly identifies the most
promising markets to pursue. • Optimizes interactions with your
underwriter. • Makes CSRs much more efficient. • Proves to your
accounts that you have “shopped the market” on their behalf. • Saves
valuable time for what’s most important to you – getting new and
retaining existing accounts. • First developed in Michigan in 1995 and
now also used by more than 1,000 agents, brokers and CSRs in CA, IL, PA,
and now Georgia.
Mosaic Corp. (docSTAR paperless solutions)
Affordable Insurance Document Management is our policy.
docSTAR is a total solution that scans, stores and retrieves your paper
documents with ease and simplicity. Implementing insurance document
management allows your agency to save space, time and money. Never
again worry that your documents are misplaced or lost.
National Security Group
The National Security Group has been providing security to thousands of
individuals and families for over sixty five years. Our property and
casualty insurance subsidiary offers a variety of insurance products
including Dwellings and Mobile Homes, Limited Homeowners,
Comprehensive Mobile Homeowners and Vacant Dwelling programs.
National Security strives to provide competitive, affordable insurance for
policyholders and also offers agents some of the highest commissions in
the industry, a partnership profit sharing program and a website that
provides fast online quotes, policies, and endorsements.
NetQuote & InsureMe (NEW for 2012)
The most established online insurance lead provider, NetQuote has the
highest volume of leads as we invest more than anyone to attract readyto-quote, qualified consumers.
InsureMe offers insurance agents the most customizable online leadbuying experience available - providing high quality leads, filters, selfservice capabilities and outstanding self-service account controls.
North Point Underwriters
North Point Underwriters is a service oriented wholesale broker insuring
a wide variety of insureds. We write property, casualty, professional and
personal lines business. Even though we are known for our habitational
programs and restaurant/bar markets we also write garage accounts,
pollution liability, & professional liability. Also keep us in mind for your
personal lines. North Point has a personal lines department that is
writing a lot of the hard to place accounts, such as insured's with loss
history, bad credit scores, secondary/seasonal homes, vacants, and
coastal dwellings.
OneAmerica (NEW for 2012)
Parker-Young Construction
Whether it’s a commercial high-rise, multi-family home, medical facility,
government building or single residence, Parker Young Construction
brings nearly 30 years of experience and is dedicated to the efficient,
professional, and sensitive handling of the catastrophic aftermath
resulting from fires, tornadoes, storms, water and other destructive
occurrences.
FireStar provides water extraction and dehumidification, fire
damage mitigation and smoke deodorization, complete content and
structure cleaning, mold remediation services, trauma and crime scene
clean-up as well as asbestos removal. With our 24/7 statewide
emergency response crews, we are able to return your property to
normal as quickly and cost effectively as possible.
Personable Insurance (NEW for 2012)
Personable specializes in non-standard auto insurance in California,
Florida, Georgia, and Texas. Personable’s distribution consists of
independent retailers and wholesalers with a network of over 2,500
distributors. Personable has established a brand and a reputation for
friendly, excellent service and for delivering consistently better products
to customers. Our state-of-the-art backend and point-of-sale
technologies, superior product knowledge, customer service, and claims
administration makes Personable a partner of choice for insurers and
agents alike.
PointSure Insurance Services, Inc. (NEW for 2012)
PointSure Insurance Services is a national multiline wholesale broker
that offers admitted and non-admitted products in 50 states, Guam, and
the District of Columbia. In addition to covering a wide range of specialty
risks, PointSure enjoys underwriting authority from several highly rated
national insurance carriers and develops competitively priced programs
for unique needs and exposures, including USL&H.
Professional Liability Insurance Brokers
Premium Assignment Corp.
Premium Assignment Corporation (PAC) is a commercial lines insurance
premium finance company. Started over 50 years ago in Tallahassee, FL,
we are now the 4th largest premium finance company in the United
States. In 2011, we financed over $2.7 billion in premium volume. PAC is
a wholly owned subsidiary of SunTrust Banks, Inc., a super-regional bank
holding company with principle subsidiaries in Alabama, Florida, North
Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, Maryland, and
the District of Columbia. For more information on our parent company,
visit their website at www.SunTrust.com.
Priority Payment Systems
Priority Payment Systems is one of the top 50 bank card processors in
the industry and is a preferred partner of the PIA, is leading the Next
Generation of Bank Card Processing with exciting new technologies,
competitive pricing and world-class service and support. Priority enables
insurance agents to accept credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, electronic
checks and check conversion. Stop by our booth and see how the new
directive from the Georgia Department of Insurance will allow you to
offer credit card services with no penalty.
Progressive
Whether your customers drive it, ride it, or boat it. We can insure it. No
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matter what you're helping your customers insure, together -- we can
help them insure it for less.
QQ Solutions, Inc. (NEW for 2012)
Named by South Florida Business Journal as one of the 25 fastestgrowing technology companies in South Florida, QQ Solutions is the
third-largest provider of agency management systems to independent
insurance agencies nationwide. Its products are used by over 4,500
agencies representing over 20,000 users. The company’s flagship
product, QQ Evolution 2, offers agencies the best set of features to grow
and manage their businesses at low cost with no contract and no setup
fees. Users can access the system securely from their PC or notebook
wherever they have an Internet connection. And, the available QQ
Mobile iPhone and Android apps lets agents access their clients’
information when away from their computer. To learn more, please call
1.800.940.6600 or visit: www.QQSolutions.com.
RAM Companies (NEW for 2012)
Risk Alternatives & Management (RAM) is a full service commercial lines
broker supporting the local independent agent. We offer a variety of
products including but not limited to, General and Professional Liability,
Property, Transportation, Workers' Compensation, Umbrellas, E&O,
D&O, Accident and Health, pollution/environmental, international
coverage and specialty risk programs for health/fitness clubs, seafood
distributors, private schools, etc. RAM will be able to find a product that
best fits your needs.
Risk Innovations, LLC
Risk Innovations is an independently owned and operated multi-lines
wholesaler catering to the independent agent in the Southeast.
Specializing in Workers Compensation, High Value Homeowners
(including coastal exposures), and Property & Casualty risks, we pride
ourselves on quality service and provide our Agency Partners with access
to both Standard as well as Excess & Surplus lines carriers. To learn
more, please call 800-913-6696 or visit www.riskinnovationsllc.com.
SCI Companies
SCI Companies, a “Best in Class” provider of HR outsourcing, is one of the
largest privately held Professional Employment Organizations (PEO) in
the nation. Specializing in human resources, benefits, payroll and
workers’ compensation administration, SCI’s HR business solutions are
delivered through an experienced client support team and robust web
based HR technologies. Founded in 1985, SCI’s services enable its client’s
to focus on their core competencies and, consequently, improve their
business performance. Based in Atlanta, SCI has 1,000 client companies
with 45,000 co-employees served by professionals in 6 offices
nationwide. For more information on SCI Companies, visit our website:
www.scicompanies.com.
Siuprem
Southern Insurance Underwriters
Standard Premium Finance
We know you have a choice in premium finance. With unparalleled
flexibility and one look at our state-of-the-art software and industryleading customer care, you will soon come to learn as hundreds of our
current agents already know that at Standard, We Place a Premium on
Service! Standard Premium Finance Management is an industry-leading
premium finance company with annual sales in excess of $60 million
dollars. Operating throughout the Southeast, Standard has regional
offices in Miami, Atlanta and Dallas. Please call our office today to
arrange a 15 minute interactive webinar with one our regional sales
managers!
Superior Access Insurance Services
Our mission is to be the provider of choice for agents by delivering
superior programs, products and services through technology, expertise,
and outstanding service to satisfy their needs for personal lines and
commercial lines. In pursuit of this mission, we believe in: Acting
responsibly, with honesty and integrity; Open, positive communications
with our agent and carrier partners; Providing exceptional service to our
agent and carrier partners; Recognizing the value and contribution of
every team member; Providing a safe and healthy work environment;
Commitment to continuous learning, improvement, and innovation;
Providing long-term, profitable growth for our stakeholders; and
Educating others by the example we set. Values: Integrity, Quality,
Leadership, Innovation and Superior Customer Service.
SureTec Insurance Company
SureTec is the 20th largest contract + commercial surety in the country.
Rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best, the company is backed by over $150
million in assets, licensed in 48 states and represented by select
professional agents coast to coast. Georgia agents please call our Atlanta
office toll free at (877) 229-9356.
THOMCO, A Markel Company
Worldwide Facilities, Inc. (NEW for 2012)
Worldwide Facilities, Inc. is an all-lines wholesaler with expertise in the
construction industry, products liability, the amusement industry, and
property. We also offer in-house binding/contract capabilities with quick
turnaround for numerous classes of business. We offer great access to
markets and we pride ourselves in our service to our customers. Lines of
business written include: General Liability, Umbrella/Excess Liability,
Environmental, Foreign, Property, Excess Workers Compensation, Auto,
Aviation, Marine, etc.
Young Professionals Committee
YPC is made up of young insurance professionals who are quickly
becoming the next generation of Independent Agency Leaders. YPC will
provide young agents with leadership training, educational and
networking opportunities giving them the skills to improve and enhance
their agencies.
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