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Where Program Business Gets Done

December 2022

 

Notable Year Sets Tone for 2023

The TMPAA Team wishes you a healthy & prosperous holiday season.

Two successful in-person events and more than 100 new memberships have made 2022 a standout year for Target Markets. It's a great time to be a part of the only association dedicated to Program Business.

We look forward to another active year in 2023. The 7th State of Program Business Study will be conducted following the Mid-Year Meeting and is again anticipated to show strong growth in this industry segment. 

 

Attendee Solicitation Policy Finalized 

Following the Summit, the Association received significant feedback regarding the volume of email solicitations in the weeks prior to and after the event. To address these concerns, and maintain the ability for service provider members to describe their solution/product to a receptive audience, the Advisory Board has established solicitation guidelines for communicating with potential business partners in the group. Please review the policy here. Service Provider members are required to complete the acknowledgement survey.

Beginning in January, we will highlight service provider members in a structured bi-weekly email from the Association. Service providers can sign up for this opportunity by completing a short form available in the link below. 

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Program Employment

The TMPAA Program Employment Board is accessible to website visitors, promoted broadly in the industry, and made available to universities with Insurance and Risk Management programs. Here are the recent postings:
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  • Program Manager, North American Programs Division

  • Business Development Manager - Commercial Insurance

  • Commercial Auto Programs Underwriter

  • Direct Sales Advisor

  • Program Practice Leader

  • Customer Success/Implementation Rep - Insurtech SaaS

  • Excess Lines Underwriter

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Reach More Agents with Target Programs  

Target Programs is a great addition to Program Administrator membership and allows you to promote your business to one of the largest nationwide databases of Independent P&C agents. We build your Outlet Center on Target Programs and generate traffic to the site through electronic marketing initiatives. It is one of the most cost-effective tools in the industry, exclusive to members. 

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Become a CPL & Earn a Charitable Donation

Program administrator members who complete all Target University courses and  meet the additional CPL Designation requirements prior to the 2023 Mid-Year Meeting will receive a $1000 donation to a charity of your choice from Greg Thompson, Target University Dean. Charitable gifts will be announced at the CPL awards presentation during the meeting.

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Member Features



 

Program Administrator Members

  • Coterie Insurance
  • Sypher, Inc.*

*Program Administrator Incubator

Service Provider Member

  • Strategic Risk Advisors
 

Verisk Specialty Business Solutions

Verisk Specialty Business Solutions (VSBS) provides technology that allows our clients to work more efficiently with their trading partners. Our goal is to assist our clients in achieving cost savings through efficient streamlined processing while ensuring internal and external reporting requirements are met. We have a proven track record in delivering successful transformational projects for carriers, brokers and MGAs as well as Lloyd’s, companies and international insurers.

What sets us apart is having a team with a deep understanding of the insurance vertical. We have former CUO’s, Reinsurance Underwriters and Brokers on staff. VSBS successfully provides software solutions to better manage risk exposures, policy management, rating, claims processes and data analytics. We can leverage our relationship with Verisk sister companies to deliver valuable data assets combined with strategically aligned software solutions.

Contact: Andrew Cyran, Director Client Engagement
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P: 404. 263. 4334  |  verisksequel.com

 

Starfish Specialty Insurance Completes Second Round Fundraise, Adds Emmons and Senior Advisor

Neptune Flood Names Duffy Chief Risk Officer


Arch Insurance North America Promotes First to President

Amwins Buys Real Estate Wholesale Broker

Everspan Group Taps Dresner as President

Rokstone to Launch Ohio-Based Farm and Ranch Division

 
 

Other Program News

PERse eyes capacity to support growth amid increasingly competitive renewables market

 

 

 

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Where Program Business Gets Done

November 2022

 

22nd Annual Summit Success

FULL RECAP »

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The 22nd Annual TMPAA Summit drew nearly 1,300 attendees to Scottsdale, AZ making it the largest event to date. Networking and program business deal-making opportunities–undoubtedly the hallmark of this annual meeting–were abundant. Headline speakers David Howden, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, and Ron Insana shared insights on the insurance industry, business, leadership, and the economy. Other sessions included M&A and valuation outlook for program business, using equity vehicles to attract/retain employees, and the potential industry impact of the midterm election results.

THANK YOU TO OUR GOLD SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Alacrity Solutions • Allianz • Ascot Group • AXIS Insurance • Berkley • BMS Re • Breckenridge Group • CNA • Fortegra • Great American • Guy Carpenter • Hudson Insurance • IAT Insurance • Insurity • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS • Old Republic • Patra • QBE • RPS Signature Programs • Sedgwick • Skyward Specialty • Starwind • TheBest Claims Solutions • Transverse Insurance • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • XDimensional Technologies • Zurich    See all Summit sponsors

 

Attendee List Solicitation Policy

Forging business connections is critical to the success of the TMPAA and our members. Our goal is to create an environment that allows members the opportunity to inform others of their specific solution or product. With more than 150 Service Provider members, many in the Association have expressed concerns about the volume of email messages in advance of our events. To address these concerns, the Advisory Board has recommended a strategy and policy for communicating with potential business partners in the group. Members can expect full details soon.

Recorded Sessions Available Now

Presentations approved to be shared from the Summit are listed here.

Eight CPL Designations Awarded at Summit

Larisa Featherstone, Frank A. Feldman, Julie Gibbs, Tom Kiessling, Brendan F. Mahoney, Marisa Tranghese, AJ Upton, and Kent Watson were recognized for completing Target University and meeting program and industry experience expectations set out by the Association.

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ARA Earns Best Practice Award

ARA Insurance was recognized at the 22nd Annual Summit for attaining their Best Practice Recertification, required every three years to maintain the integrity of the designation. Successful Best Practice candidates are recognized by program business professionals as a "best in class" operation.

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Strong TMPAA Charities Support 

The annual “Packages from Home” initiative at the Summit was an overwhelming success. With attendee help and volunteers from TheBest Claims Solutions, all boxes were packed in one day! In addition, the TMPAA Charities Networking Golf Tournament had a record number of participants and $1,300 in additional cash donations were received via golf mulligans and the "Magic" Johnson photo raffle.

Save the Date: 2023 Mid-Year Meeting

The TMPAA will return to Boston for the 2023 Mid-Year Meeting, May 1-3 at the Westin Boston Seaport. Note: We will not have information about meeting space, suites, or Trade Show tables until AFTER general meeting registration opens. Look for more information via email at that time. 

Registration opens January 3!

MEETING DATES »

 

Member Features



 

Program Administrator Members

  • Adroit General Agency
  • South Shore Insurance Underwriters
  • Vivint Insurance Services, LLC*

*Program Administrator Incubator

Service Provider Member

  • Appulate
 

ReSource Pro

Finding skilled underwriting assistants is tough, and without them, underwriting operations can suffer from growing backlogs, reduced service levels, and other challenges that impact profitability. Want to ensure your operations team has the support it needs to effectively drive growth? ReSource Pro provides the people, processes, and technology you need to boost speed and efficiency as well as reduce costs within your underwriting operations. Visit our Underwriting Operations Toolkit page to learn more.

Contact: Robyn Eberhart, (917) 794-2496

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Specialty Program Group Purchases MGA-Wholesale Brokerage

Johnson & Johnson Acquires Book of Business from Insurance House

CRC Group Announces Starwind Specialty Insurance As New Brand For Specialty Programs Division

Nexus Underwriting Taps Leader for New Specialty Casualty Business

Guy Carpenter Announces GC Access Appointments and Expansion of Capabilities

One80 Forms New Partnership

Risk Placement Services Names Russell Duffey Leader of RPS Signature Programs

White Paper: AI – Be the disrupter vs the disrupted

White Paper: Early Recognition of Behavioral Health Needs

White Paper: 2022 U.S. Workers' Compensation Market Outlook

 
 

Other Program News

Target Markets Takeaways: market boom but capacity and macro challenges loom

 

 

 

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Where Program Business Gets Done

October 2022

 

22nd Annual TMPAA Summit

REGISTER »

Join us in Scottsdale, AZ, October 17-19, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Expect access to 70+ program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, and networking opportunities with more than 1000 program professionals.

 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Earvin "Magic" Johnson

Leader, Basketball Legend, and Successful Entrepreneur

 

FULL BIO »

INDUSTRY SPEAKER

David Howden, Founder & CEO, Howden Group


WEDNESDAY SPEAKER
Ron Insana,
CNBC Senior Analyst and Commentator

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Alacrity Solutions • Allianz • Ascot Group • AXIS Insurance • Berkley • BMS Re • Breckenridge Group • CNA • Fortegra • Great American • Guy Carpenter • Hudson Insurance • IAT Insurance • Insurity • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS • Old Republic • Patra • QBE • RPS Signature Programs • Sedgwick • Skyward Specialty • TheBest Claims Solutions • Transverse Insurance • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • XDimensional Technologies • Zurich

 

Things to Know: Summit Edition

Early Program and Badge Pick Up

Registration Opens at 6 p.m. on Sunday

With more than 1,200 attendees expected, we encourage anyone arriving to the Summit on (or before) Sunday to take advantage of early registration. Badge and program pick up will be available from 6-8 p.m. inside on Sunday, October 16. Program administrators, carriers, and service providers will check in at separate tables. Monday registration opens at 8 a.m.

Use the Flags to Set a Meeting Spot

Save time looking for fellow attendees

Finding your appointments can be a challenge as meeting attendance has grown tremedously. Red, white, and blue flags will be displayed at different places in the Target Markets registration area (Hall of State). Select a color flag to meet at when setting up appointments with other attendees. 

Download the Summit Mobile App Today

  • If the app is already installed on your device, use the top left menu to "Switch Events". Select the 22nd Annual Summit and enter your meeting registration email to access the event.
  • If the app has previously been on your device, re-download, enter email, and enter old password or opt to reset.
  • If the app is new to your device, enter your email address, get prompt to create password, and access the event with your meeting registration email.

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Save Time to Attend These Sessions

  • Mergers, Acquisitions, and Valuation Outlook for Program Business

  • Industry Speaker: David Howden

  • Keynote Speaker: Earvin "Magic" Johnson

  • Lloyd's Open House

  • Using Equity Vehicles to Attract and Retain Key Employees

  • Dystopian DC: The Insurance Consequences

  • A Critical Assessment of the Global Economy with Ron Insana

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Summit Meetings with Non-Members

TMPAA events attract many who work in this industry segment but not all of them have taken the step to register or join the Association. If you connect with these individuals who are eligible to be members, please encourage them to fully participate and help support the group that brings the Program industry together to network and generate business. Making these referrals/introductions are welcome at the event or following the Summit This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Complimentary Corporate Photos

Update your professional headshot 

A photographer will be available to take headshots near the TMPAA registration table on Tuesday, October 18 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. No more than a few minutes away from your meetings will be required. There is no charge for this opportunity and a high resolution image file will be emailed to you following the event. Sponsored by RPS Signature Programs

Pledge Your Time for Packages from Home

The annual “Packages from Home” initiative provides care packages and letters to our active-duty men and women serving abroad, assembled by attendees. Schedule a time slot and arrive at any point during your reservation to participate. Only a few minutes of your time is needed. Look for the table outside the Trade Show room. Special thanks to TheBest Claims Solutions for providing volunteers. 

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Attend the Women's Leadership Lunch

Join the Women’s Leadership Lunch and hear from special guest Brenda Austenfeld, a member of the Executive Team for RT Specialty as President of National Property and Managing Director. Brenda will discuss navigating challenges in your career journey, achieving and accelerating professional growth, building company culture and inspiring and supporting women’s initiatives in your organization.

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Member Features



 

Program Administrator Members

  • American Eagle Underwriting Managers
  • InShare Services, Inc.
  • Inter Insurance Services
  • Noble*
  • Precision Manufacturing Insurance Services*

*Program Administrator Incubator

Service Provider Members

  • Johnson Lambert
 

PolicyFly

PolicyFly empowers programs to sell and manage specialty insurance. Reach out to learn how we can improve the distribution and policy management of your programs. More than 200 leading brokerages and agencies in the US already have team members working with our underwriting partners on PolicyFly. Let’s chat!

 

Michael Fiedel, Co-Founder, Head of Customer Success

P: 646.723.4033  |  www.policyfly.com

 

One80 Acquires Broker Focused on Asian American Market

 

Martin & Company Releases MyCircularActivity.com 2.0, the Apex of Bureau Monitoring and Circular Data Integration

 

Great American Announces Expansion of Digital Insurance Platform

 

Cowbell Unveils Cyber Program, Creates Subsidiary

 

SiriusPoint Partners with Insurtech to Offer Workers Comp Insurance

 

Breckenridge Forms Energy MGU, Names Execs

 

Aura Adds Property/Casualty Coverages for Cannabis Industry

 

XDimensional Technologies Partners with Confianza

 
 

Other Program News

PM panel: Reinsurance has been “backbone” of MGA growth

 

 

 

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Where Program Business Gets Done

September 2022

 

22nd Annual TMPAA Summit

REGISTER »

Join us in Scottsdale, AZ, October 17-19, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Expect access to 70+ program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, and networking opportunities with more than 1000 program professionals.

 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Earvin "Magic" Johnson

Leader, Basketball Legend, and Successful Entrepreneur

FULL BIO »

INDUSTRY SPEAKER
David Howden
Founder & CEO, Howden Group

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Alacrity Solutions • Allianz • Ascot Group • AXIS Insurance • Berkley • BMS Re • Breckenridge Group • CNA • Fortegra • Great American • Guy Carpenter • Hudson Insurance • IAT Insurance • Insurity • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS • Old Republic • Patra • QBE • RPS Signature Programs • Sedgwick • Skyward Specialty • TheBest Claims Solutions • Transverse Insurance • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • XDimensional Technologies • Zurich

 

Pledge Time for Packages from Home

Encourage your attendees to pack a box and support our troops!

The annual “Packages from Home” initiative provides care packages and letters to our active-duty men and women serving abroad, assembled by meeting attendees. Schedule a 30-minute time slot and arrive at any time during your appointment to participate. Only a few minutes of your time is needed. Look for the table outside the Trade Show room. Special thanks to TheBest Claims Solutions for providing volunteers to assist this year. 

SIGN UP TO PACK A BOX »

Golf, Network, and Support TM Charities 

NEEDED: Two hole sponsors and more program administrator golfers!

Kick off the Summit on the golf course, Sunday, October 16 at 1 p.m. The annual networking golf tournament is the primary funding source for TMPAA Charities, supporting Insurance/Risk Management Scholarships (St. Joseph's University, Georgia State University, University of South Carolina, and The Southern University and A&M College System), Packages from Home for active duty military, and micro loans for small business in developing countries.

REGISTER »

Early Program and Badge Pick Up

With more than 1,100 attendees already registered, we encourage anyone arriving to the Summit on (or before) Sunday to take advantage of early registration. Badge and program pick up will be available from 6-8 p.m. inside on Sunday, October 16. Program administrators, carriers, and service providers will check in at separate tables. Monday registration opens at 8 a.m.

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Summit Workshops

  • Mergers, Acquisitions and Valuation Outlook for Program Business

  • Using Equity Vehicles to Attract and Retain Key Employees

  • The Political Environment in Washington, DC and its Impact on the Insurance Industry

  • A Critical Assessment of the Global Economy with Economist Diane Swonk

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Attend the Women's Leadership Lunch

Prior to her Wednesday keynote regarding the global economy, Diane Swonk will join the Women’s Leadership Lunch to tell her personal story of becoming one of the top economic forecasters in the U.S. and someone the Chicago Sun Times named one of the “Most Influential Women in Business.” Author of The Passionate Economist, Diane will discuss how diversity in all of its forms helps the bottom line by creating a deeper pool of talent.

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Calling All Program Administrators

Application Deadline: Friday, Sept. 16

Tysers, working with the TMPAA, is proud to sponsor the 8th Annual Targeting Talent Trophy, providing a selected individual from a Program Administrator member of the Association a 10-day educational experience in London. The selected applicant will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how Program Business is transacted in the London market.

LEARN MORE »

Designations

Dean Thompson CPL Challenge for PAs

Summit coursework deadline: Sept. 30

Program administrator members who meet the CPL Designation requirements prior to the Summit will receive a $1000 donation to a charity of your choice from Greg Thompson, Target University Dean. Charitable gifts will be announced at the General Session on Wednesday. The Dean Thompson Challenge will continue for the Mid-Year Meeting in May 2023 if you'd like to get started today.

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Resources

A Program Business InfoSeries

TargetTopics features a collection of industry leaders sharing insights on emerging issues and multifunctional solutions to a myriad of business challenges hosted by Susan Allen, TMPAA Director of Insurance Services and Education. If you have a topic suggestion and would like to appear as a guest, email us today.

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Member Features



 

Carrier Member

  • Fleming Reinsurance Ltd.
  • The Hartford

Program Administrator Members

  • Coalition Inc.
  • Cover Genius Inc.
  • Coverage Solutions 1976
  • Freedom Reinsurance Underwriters, LLC
  • Gulf Coast Marine, LLC
  • Kestrel Insurance Agency, LLC*
  • Platinum Specialty Underwriters
  • Quantum Risk Solutions
  • Relocation Insurance Group
  • Vault Custom Risk Solutions, LLC*
  • Victory MGA

*Program Administrator Incubator

Program Aggregator/Holding Company

  • Accretive
  • BHMS Investments

Service Provider Members

  • Acrisure Re
  • AEBetancourt
  • Cloverleaf Analytics'Gallagher Re
  • Howden Reinsurance Brokers (US) LLC
  • Intellagents (a FatBrain Company)
  • Lockton Re
  • Soteris
  • Two Sigma Insurance Quantitifed, L.P.
 

I-Engineering

Since 1999 I-Engineering has been a premier technology leader in developing customized P&C Solutions that simplify how MGAs, Wholesalers, Program Administrators, and Carriers do business. I-Engineering has your technology needs covered with our product suite; ALIS, ACE-HUB, PUMAA and more. Our award winning cloud based solutions offer key functions from submission, rating, issuance, accounting, claims, document management and agent’s portal. Our newest offering is Skysource – a cost effective insurance outsourcing program.

To learn more on how to leverage our technology to meet your needs, check us out www.i-engineering.com

Contact: Chris Hiles, VP of Sales

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Boost Insurance Names Chief Underwriting Officer

RPS Launches New Social Services Program

C&S, CUNA Mutual Group Partner Up

Ryan Specialty Appoints Bill Evans and Chris Kelleher Co-Presidents of National Specialty Programs Practice

BTIS, At-Bay Partner to Launch Cyber Insurance Marketplace

XDimensional Technologies Partners with Talage to Provide Customers with Instant Quoting and Binding

One80 Intermediaries Buys Specialty Wholesaler

Liberty Mutual Appoints President of Global Risk Solutions

 
 

Other Program News

Vesttoo commits to deploy $1bn in reinsurance capacity to Clear Blue portfolio

 

 

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Where Program Business Gets Done

August 2022

 

22nd Annual TMPAA Summit

REGISTER »

Join us in Scottsdale, AZ, October 17-19, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Expect access to 70+ program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, and networking opportunities with more than 1000 program professionals.

 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Earvin "Magic" Johnson

Leader, Basketball Legend, and Successful Entrepreneur

 

FULL BIO »

INDUSTRY SPEAKER
David Howden
Founder & CEO, Howden Group


WEDNESDAY SPEAKER
Diane Swonk,
Chief Economist, KPMG

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Alacrity Solutions • Allianz • Ascot Group • AXIS Insurance • Berkley • BMS Re • Breckenridge Group • CNA • Fortegra • Great American • Guy Carpenter • Hudson Insurance • IAT Insurance • Insurity • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS • Old Republic • Patra • QBE • RPS Signature Programs • Sedgwick • Skyward Specialty • TheBest Claims Solutions • Transverse Insurance • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • XDimensional Technologies • Zurich

 

Golf, Network, and Support TMPAA Charities

Kick off the Summit on the golf course, Sunday, October 16 at 1 p.m. The annual networking golf tournament is the primary funding source for TMPAA Charities, supporting Insurance/Risk Management Scholarships, Packages from Home for active duty military, and micro loans for small business in developing countries. 

REGISTER »

Summit Workshops

  • Mergers, Acquisitions and Valuation Outlook for Program Business

  • Using Equity Vehicles to Attract and Retain Key Employees

  • The Political Environment in Washington, DC and its Impact on the Insurance Industry

  • A Critical Assessment of the Global Economy with Economist Diane Swonk

LEARN MORE »

Attend the Women's Leadership Lunch

Prior to her Wednesday keynote regarding the global economy and its impact on the insurance industry, Diane Swonk will join the Women’s Leadership Lunch to tell her personal story of becoming one of the top economic forecasters in the U.S. and someone the Chicago Sun Times named one of the “Most Influential Women in Business.” Author of The Passionate Economist, Diane will discuss how diversity in all of its forms helps the bottom line by creating a deeper pool of talent for all business.

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Calling All Program Administrators

Apply for a 10-Day Educational Experience in London

Tysers, working with the TMPAA, is proud to sponsor the 8th Annual Targeting Talent Trophy, providing a selected individual from a Program Administrator member of the Association a 10-day educational experience in London. The selected applicant will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how Program Business is transacted in the London market.

LEARN MORE »

Designations

Dean Thompson CPL Challenge for PAs

Complete coursework by September 30 to be recognized at the Summit

Program administrator members who meet the CPL Designation requirements prior to the 22nd Annual Summit will receive a $1000 donation to a charity of your choice from Greg Thompson, Target University Dean. Charitable gifts will be announced at the CPL awards presentation during the Summit.

LEARN MORE »

Resources

New Topic: Death of Telematics

TargetTopics features a collection of industry leaders sharing insights on emerging issues and multifunctional solutions to a myriad of business challenges. Watch the latest video featuring John Willemsen, US Head of Distribution at Accelerant, and find out how MGAs could challenge the use of telematics when making underwriting and pricing decisions to drive the desired results.

WATCH NOW »

 

Member Features



 

Carrier Members

  • Builders Insurance Group
  • Incline Casualty Company
  • Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions
  • Managing Agency Partners Ltd.

Program Administrator Members

  • Anzen Insurance Solutions LLC*
  • Assurely
  • Fairmatic, Inc.*
  • Insurance Protection Advisors
  • Katalyst Financial, Inc.
  • Leavitt Group Enterprises, Inc.

*Program Administrator Incubator

Program Aggregator/Holding Company

  • White Mountains

Service Provider Members

  • BankDirect Capital Finance
  • Brown and Joseph LLC
  • Coforge BPS America, Inc.
  • DataCrest, Inc.
  • Design Research Corporation
  • ePlace Solutions, Inc.
  • IntellectAI
  • Kroll LLC
  • TheBest Claims Solutions
 

BizDynamics

BizDynamics is dedicated to helping MGAs and insurers succeed in a digital world. As a cloud business unit of ValueMomentum, Inc., we offer affordable cloud solutions and enterprise-class services in:

  • Quote/Rate/Commerce

  • Data & Analytics

  • Cloud Management Services

Our thriving clients include VGM, Ryan Specialty, First Capital AWIS, Buckle, and Appalachian Underwriters. For more information on their successes, visit bizdynamics.com.


Ready to supercharge your insurance business? This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., VP of Sales or call 908-938-9112.

 

ePayPolicy Partners with XDimensional Technologies

Veteran Insurance Executive Greg Massey Chosen North American Advisor for VIPR Solutions

Intellect and Coherent Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Underwriting

Risk Innovations Rebrands as Jencap

Trean Insurance Group Announces Exclusive Partnership with Beat Capital

Amwins Program Underwriters Brings New Talent to Waste Haulers Underwriting Team

Guy Carpenter Announces GC Access Leadership

Glatfelter Insurance Group Launches New Branding, Website

WHITE PAPER:Expanding Channels for Insurance 

 
 

Other Program News

Mitsui Sumitomo inks $400mn+ deal to acquire Transverse

 

 

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Where Program Business Gets Done

June 2022

 

22nd Annual TMPAA Summit

REGISTER »

Join us in Scottsdale, AZ, October 17-19, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Expect access to 70+ program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, and networking opportunities with more than 1000 program professionals.

Arrive early and participate in the TMPAA Charities Networking Golf Tournament – Sunday, October 16, 1:00 PM (dinner to follow)

    

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Allianz • Ascot Group • AXIS Insurance • Berkley • BMS Re US • Breckenridge Group • Fortegra • Great American • Hudson Insurance • Insurity • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS • Old Republic • Patra • QBE • Sedgwick • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • Zurich

 

Resources

Dean Thompson CPL Challenge for PAs

Program administrator members who meet the CPL Designation requirements prior to the 22nd Annual Summit will receive a $1000 donation to a charity of your choice from Greg Thompson, Target University Dean. This charitable gift will be announced at the CPL awards presentation during the Summit.

LEARN MORE »

Resources

New Topic: It's all about the money!

TargetTopics features a collection of industry leaders sharing insights on emerging issues and multifunctional solutions to a myriad of business challenges. Watch the latest video featuring strategies for choosing a capital partner, presented by Sida Wang and James Decker of Capital 1251. 

WATCH NOW »

Resources

Become a Best Practice Agency

A core element of the Association’s mission is to promote excellence in Program Administration. Visit the Best Practice page of the TMPAA website to watch a short video and learn how you can gain recognition as a best-in-class operation at the 22nd Annual Summit.

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Resources

Marketing Opportunity

Rough Notes is once again dedicating a special section in their September issue exclusively to Target Markets members. Participation in the 2022 supplement includes two full pages – a professionally written feature article and full page, color ad or a two-page ad spread AND national exposure in both the print and digital versions of the industry’s most read magazine, Rough Notes. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve your space today.

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Member Features



 

Program Administrator Incubator Member

  • CoverTree, Inc

Service Provider Members

  • CCMSI
  • EXL
  • VIPR Solutions
 

ChoiceLegal

ChoiceLegal, Inc. is the Premier National Service Provider of Record Retrieval in the country. Our attention to customer service is what drives our success and market reputation. We dramatically reduce LAE on Litigated Claims with counsel and T&E billing. The savings we provide goes direct to your bottom line. Whether your claims are handled internally or with a TPA makes no difference.

Contact Jeffrey Baker (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for information. www.choicelegal.com.

 

DOXA Insurance Holdings Announces New Skilled Nursing Facilities Program

Johnson & Johnson Acquires Two Divisions of Midlands

One80 Intermediaries Buys VFIS of North Carolina

AXA XL promotes Brooks to CUO, Programs & Delegated Arrangement, Americas

Verisk Promotes Shavel to CEO, Anquillare to President

ARTICLE:  Fronting Insurers on the Move (ALIRT Insurance Research, June 2022)

 
 

Other Program News

AmRisc adds Berkshire and Spinnaker capacity in time for key renewal date

 

 

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Where Program Business Gets Done

July 2022

 

22nd Annual TMPAA Summit

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Join us in Scottsdale, AZ, October 17-19, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Expect access to 70+ program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, and networking opportunities with more than 1000 program professionals.

INDUSTRY SPEAKER | David Howden, Founder & CEO, Howden Group Holdings

 

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Allianz • Ascot Group • AXIS Insurance • Berkley • BMS Re US • Breckenridge Group • Fortegra • Great American • Guy Carpenter • Hudson Insurance • Insurity • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS • Old Republic • Patra • QBE • RPS Signature Programs • Sedgwick • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • Zurich

 

TMPAA Charities

TMPAA Charities Networking Golf

Kick off the Summit on the golf course, Sunday, October 16 at 1 p.m. The annual networking golf tournament is the primary funding source for TMPAA Charities, supporting Insurance/Risk Management Scholarships, Packages from Home for active duty military, and micro loans for small business in developing countries. 

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TMPAA Charities 

Risk Management
Scholarships

TMPAA Charities now supports students in Risk Management or Insurance related degree programs at four universities. Joining St. Joseph's, Georgia State, and University of South Carolina is The Southern University and A&M College System– the only historically black university system in the United States.

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Resources

New Topic: Program Capacity in Bermuda

TargetTopics features a collection of industry leaders sharing insights on emerging issues and multifunctional solutions to a myriad of business challenges. Watch the latest video featuring Mark Bernacki and Bob Petrilli from Amwins talking tropical waters, sandy beaches, and program capacity in Bermuda.

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Resources

Attention Carriers: Update Your Profile

As anticipated Summit attendance grows (more than 500 registrations to date), it's crucial members have accurate profiles on the Target Markets website to assist in making relevant connections throughout the year and setting meetings at the event. Please contact us if you need assistance updating your organization's profile. 

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Designations

Dean Thompson CPL Challenge for PAs

Program administrator members who meet the CPL Designation requirements prior to the 22nd Annual Summit will receive a $1000 donation to a charity of your choice from Greg Thompson, Target University Dean. Charitable gifts will be announced at the CPL awards presentation during the Summit.

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Resources

Marketing Opportunity

Rough Notes is dedicating a special section in their September issue to Target Markets members. Participation in the 2022 supplement includes two full pages – a professionally written feature article and full page, color ad OR a two-page ad spread AND national exposure in both print and digital versions of the industry’s most read magazine. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve your space today.

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Member Features



 

Program Administrator Members

  • MarketScout Corp.
  • Procore Insurance Services, Inc.*
  • Samphire Risk

*Program Administrator Incubator

Service Provider Members

  • CogniSure, Inc.

  • Esperanza Consulting, Inc.

  • Federato

  • MIS Insurance Services

 

Martin & Company

Martin & Company provides support for all product lines and technology solutions for your organization. As your preferred outsourcing partner, we provide guidance on best approach and strategy for all programs. This month’s Spotlight Special – MyCircularActivity.com

  • Next Generation Monitoring Solution

  • Manage Your Circulars

  • Assign and Take Action

  • Maintain Compliance

  • Gain Efficiencies

More than ever before PAs need to monitor circulars that impact their business and MyCircular will be a major upgrade to current processes. To learn more about MyCircular, contact Matt Heilmann, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or visit martincompanyus.com/technology.

 

GMI Expands Transportation-Related Coverage into Surplus Lines


First Indemnity Adds Capacity to Promote Continued Growth

Tokio Marine to Sell US Construction Division

 

Texas’ Skyward Specialty Adds Employed Lawyer Coverage

 

Ascot Promotes Johnson to COO, North America Insurance

 
 

Other Program News

David Howden: MGAs can play central role in keeping insurance relevant

 

 

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May 2022

 

2022 TMPAA Mid-Year Recap

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The 2022 TMPAA Mid-Year Meeting drew 825 attendees to Boston making it the largest mid-year event to date. Headline speakers Powell Brown and Bill Belichick delivered industry and leadership insights to the event focused primarily on networking and program business deal-making. Other sessions included the critical elements of PA/carrier contracts, assessing the financial strength of fronting carriers and reinsurers, artificial intelligence, and innovative leadership.

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Allianz • AXIS Insurance • Berkley

BMS Re US • Breckenridge Group • Fortegra • Great American Insurance Group

Hudson Insurance • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS

Old Republic • Patra • QBE • Sedgwick • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • Zurich

 

Mid-Year Meeting

Best Practice Honors

Business Risk Partners, Coastal Insurance Underwriters Earn Recertification

Business Risk Partners and Coastal Insurance Underwriters were recognized at the Mid-Year for attaining Best Practice Certification, required every three years to maintain the integrity of the designation.

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Mid-Year Meeting

CPL Awards 

Five Members Attain Certified Program Leader Designation

Recipients Susan Allen, Dana Burke, Debra Goodwin, Lee M. Stacey, and Beth Stuart were recognized for completing Target University and meeting program and industry experience expectations set out by the Association.

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Recorded Sessions

Mid-Year Meeting

Presentations approved to be shared from the 2022 Mid-Year Meeting are listed here.

 

 

Any session not included will not have a recording or additional materials available.

22nd Annual Summit

October 17-19, 2022
Westin Kierland Resort
Scottsdale, AZ

Registration for the Summit and the TMPAA room block at the Westin Kierland Resort opens on June 6. 

 

Designations

Become a Best Practice Agency

A core element of the Association’s mission is to promote excellence in Program Administration. Visit the Best Practice page of the TMPAA website to watch a short video and learn how you can gain recognition as a best-in-class operation at the 22nd Annual Summit.

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Resources

New InfoSeries

TargetTopics features a collection of industry leaders sharing insights on emerging issues and multifunctional solutions to a myriad of business challenges. Watch the first video to learn more about Insurance Linked Securities (ILS), presented by Steve Evans, Owner & Editor-in-Chief, Artemis.bm and Reinsurance News.

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Member Features

 
 

Program Administrator Members

  • Arena Special Risks*
  • Capitol Funding Group Inc.*
  • Commonwealth Insurance Advantage, LLC
  • Harborway/Simply Business
  • Kalepa Insurance Services*
  • Keith D. Peterson & Company, Inc.*
  • National Real Estate Insurance Group
  • Orion 180 Insurance Services, LLC
  • Platinum Managing General Agency, LLC
  • Rokstone Agriculture Risk Underwriters
  • Scottish American Insurance General Agency, Inc.
  • Treaty Oak General Agency
  • Volant Programs*

* Incubator Member

Holding Company/Program Aggregator

  • Altamont Capital Partners
  • Rokstone Underwriting North America

Service Provider Members

  • ChainThat Ltd
  • Iris Powered by Generali
  • Loro Insurtech
  • Noldor
  • Paya Inc.
 

Xceedance

Xceedance provides strategic operations support, technology, and data services to drive efficiencies for program administrators. Working with Xceedance enables your MGA/MGU to improve critical business processes and achieve enterprise growth by:

 

  • Streamlining operations

  • Strengthening data stewardship

  • Implementing intelligent technology

  • Enhancing policyholder service

  • Entering new markets

 

To learn how Xceedance can help the expansion and profitability of your MGA/MGU, visit xceedance.com/solutions and xceedance.com/mga. Contact Sachin Kulkarni (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for more information.

 

Australian Broker to Buy UK Wholesaler Tysers

 

First Light Program Managers, Inc. Acquires NTIS

H.W. Kaufman Rebrands Global Excess Partners Business

 

Tangram Insurance Services, Inc. Announces New Security Guard Program

 

Peter Friend Joins Specialty Property Program Team as Senior Underwriter

 

Zurich North America Names Head of Programs

 

WaterStreet Company Launches New Business Intelligence Platform Exclusively for Property & Casualty Insurance Carriers

 

AF Group Announces Acquisition of AmeriTrust Group

 
 

Other Program News

Howden RE’s GC Access raid stakes claim in programs space

  

 

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April 2022

 

2022 TMPAA Mid-Year Meeting

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Join us in Boston, May 2-4, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Grow and improve your operation with access to program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, educational opportunities, and networking with an expected 800 program professionals. 

NOTE: The City of Boston has recently lifted vaccine and mask mandates for indoor public spaces. Following this local guidance, there will be no vaccine or mask requirements at the TMPAA Mid-Year Meeting. Attendees are encouraged to take whatever precautions they need individually to stay safe and should not attend the event if they are ill or test positive for COVID-19.

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Allianz • AXIS Insurance • Berkley

BMS Re US • Breckenridge Group • Fortegra • Great American Insurance Group

Hudson Insurance • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS

Old Republic • Patra • QBE • Sedgwick • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • Zurich

 

Things to Know: Mid-Year Edition

Mid-Year Meeting

Submit Your Question

A note about the presentation from Keynote Speaker, Bill Belichick

Bestselling author Bill Taylor will be conducting the interview exploring the Lessons Learned Developing a Culture and Legacy of Success with Bill Belichick. We would like to provide an opportunity for members to suggest questions or topics to be covered during that discussion.

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Mid-Year Meeting

Early Registration 

Badge and program pick up opens on Sunday, May 1 from 6-8 p.m.

To help alleviate the morning rush on Monday, TMPAA registration will open from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday evening in the Grand Ballroom Foyer, Concourse Level. Program administrators, carriers, and service providers will check in at separate tables. Monday registration opens at 8 a.m.

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Mid-Year Meeting

Where to Meet? Pick a Color   

Finding your appointments can be a challenge as meeting attendance continues to grow. Red, white, and blue flags will be displayed at different places in the registration area (Grand Ballroom Foyer). Indicate which color flag you will meet at when setting up appointments with other attendees.

Mid-Year Meeting

Meeting Mobile App: Coming Soon!

Access all the Mid-Year information you need in the mobile app. Look for an email soon with more details and how to download. Includes agenda, attendee list, venue maps, Connect & Chat feature and more. Sponsored by AXIS Insurance

Mid-Year Meeting

Save Time to Attend Important Sessions 

Plan to attend the General Sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. We will be providing Association updates and presenting designations before turning the spotlight over to Bill Belichick on Tuesday and the Artificial Intelligence presenters on Wednesday. Other Mid-Year programming addresses a range of important industry topics including PA/carrier contracts, financial strength of fronting companies and reinsurers, preparing future leaders, and more. See full descriptions

Mid-Year Meeting

Schedule Your Meetings Today 

There are two different methods to assist with setting up meetings during the event:

  1. Attendee lists: Emailed to registered participants every other week (last update 3/31) and posted on the meeting page

  2. Online Meeting Request forms: To connect with Carrier or Service Provider members

Mid-Year Meeting

Meetings with Non-Members

TMPAA events attract many who work in this industry segment, but not all of them have taken the step to register for a meeting or join the Association. If you connect with these individuals, who are eligible to be members, please encourage them to fully participate and help support the group that brings the Program industry together to network and generate business. Making these referrals/introductions are welcome at the event or following the meeting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Mid-Year Meeting

Complimentary Corporate Photos 

A photographer will be available to take headshots near TMPAA registration on Tuesday, May 3 from 2:30-4:00 p.m. No more than a few minutes away from your meetings will be required. There is no charge for this opportunity, sponsored by Xceedance. A high resolution file will be emailed following the event.

 

Resources

Program Employment Bulletin Board

The Program Employment Bulletin Board is accessible to all TMPAA website visitors, promoted broadly in the industry, and made available to universities with Insurance and Risk Management programs. Here are some recent postings:

  • Senior Underwriter

  • Underwriting Assistant

  • Vice President of Underwriting - MGA/MGU Division

ADD YOUR OPPORTUNITY »

Resources

InfoSeries Debut

TMPAA is introducing an informational series, TargetTopics, supporting the burgeoning Program Business landscape. This series features a collection of industry leaders sharing insights on emerging issues and multifunctional solutions to a myriad of business challenges. Tune in to TargetTopics later this month as we debut a forum for building long-lasting programs through knowledge enrichment. Share your expertise! If you have a TargetTopics suggestion, or would like to participate as a guest speaker, send us an email.

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Member Features

 

13 New Members Including 5 New Carriers

 

Carrier Members

  • AEGIS Managing Agency Limited
  • Brit Global Specialty
  • Drystone Capital *
  • Sirius Point
  • Sutton National Group

* Reinsurer Member

Program Administrator Members

  • Astrus Insurance Solutions, LLC
  • Dealer Risk Services, Inc.
  • Patriot Risk Underwriters *
  • Recapture Insurance Inc. *
  • Slice Labs 
  • Temelpa Holdings *

* Incubator Member

Service Provider Members

  • Alacrity Solutions
  • TransUnion
 

Management Cybernetics

Omni8 from Management Cybernetics, the turn-key solution for MGAs and Program Managers

  • Fully integrated, modular design

  • Single source solution

  • Customizable to meet specific needs

  • Web-Based rating with seamless database feed

  • Integrated, state-of-the-art imaging system

  • Secure portal facilitates data access/exchange with outside entities

  • Data feeds to/from carriers, state surplus tax, Lloyd’s claims, bordereaux

  • Realtime aggregate exposure tracking

  • Claims administration

  • Extensive reporting and management capabilities

  • Service staff and product developers are all in-house, know your business needs

Click here to read more. Contact Jim Levey at 678-387-2175.

 

SageSure Selects One Inc’s ClaimsPay® for Outbound Digital Claim Payments

 

ProSight Specialty Rebrands as Coaction

 

The Remaking of Verisk as an Insurance-Focused Firm (Again) Is Underway

 

Acrisure Acquires London-based MGA Volante

 

High Definition Vehicle Insurance Expands Into 2 More States

 
 

Other Program News

Malloy to take Distinguished CEO role as Aquiline investment agreed

 

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March 2022

 

2022 TMPAA Mid-Year Meeting

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Join us in Boston, May 2-4, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Grow and improve your operation with access to program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, educational opportunities, and networking with an expected 800 program professionals. 

HOTEL NOTE: Our room block is limited. To ensure the block is filled with only TM attendees, we will be reviewing the hotel reservation list to ensure that it matches up with a registration. Please register first and then book a room.

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS

Accelerant • AIG • Allianz • AXIS Insurance • Berkley

BMS Re US • Breckenridge Group • Fortegra • Great American Insurance Group

Hudson Insurance • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS

Old Republic • Patra • QBE • Sedgwick • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • Zurich

 

Mid-Year Meeting

Lessons Learned Developing a Culture and Legacy of Success

Tuesday, May 3 | General Session

Bill Belichick completed his 47th season as an NFL coach in 2021 and is in his 23rd season as head coach of the New England Patriots. Belichick is the only head coach in NFL history to win six Super Bowl titles. In 2018, Belichick joined George Halas and Curly Lambeau as the only NFL coaches with six championships. He enters his 48th consecutive year as an NFL coach in 2022, the most consecutive seasons as an NFL coach. Sponsored by Wilson Elser

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Women's Networking Group

Attend the Annual Mid-Year Luncheon

Preparing Future Leaders
Tuesday, May 3 at 11:45 AM

Join the Women's Networking Group for lunch and hear from three experienced panelist– Lisa Doherty (Business Risk Partners), Stacy St. Onge (Smith & Wilkinson), and Amy Malanaphy (Allianz)– as they share the secret success of women leaders. These leaders will lower the ladder to rising stars as they inquire about techniques for achieving career goals, self-promotion, mentorship, bridging the gap and steps to address DE&I during an interview. Sponsored by Allianz

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Resources

Watch Now: Making

the Most of Your Marketing $ 

Listen to the recording of this webinar from February 23 to learn methods for measuring marketing ROI, most effective marketing channels for branding, lead generation and client engagement and discover best practices from IMCA Showcase Award winning campaigns.

Presenters: 

Emily Hathcoat, Risk Placement Services

Jim Flynn, ONEFIRE

Richard Look, Vertibrands

WATCH NOW →

Target University

Become a Certified Programs Leader 

2022 Dean Thompson Challenge

Program Administrator members who earn their CPL in 2022 will receive $500 from Target University Dean, Greg Thompson. The mission of Target University is to further promote Best Practices in program administration, enhance the status of program business in the insurance industry and recognize the specialized skill sets of program specialists. 

Course Completion Deadline for Mid-Year Recognition: April 15

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Resources

Program Employment Bulletin Board

Are you looking to fill a position at your organization?

The Program Employment Bulletin Board is accessible to all TMPAA website visitors, promoted broadly in the industry, and made available to universities with Insurance and Risk Management programs.

 

Here are some recent postings:

  • Vice President of Underwriting

  • Executive Recruiter

  • Senior Commercial Underwriter

  • Program Manager

  • Business Development Manager

ADD YOUR OPPORTUNITY →

News

AM Best Assessment for DUAEs

In March 2021, AM Best announced its plan to introduce a performance assessment for delegated underwriting entities and requested public comment. As this plan would have a significant impact for many in the program business industry segment, the TMPAA surveyed its members to solicit feedback and provided information to AM Best in a document found here.

On February 1, 2022, after a period of beta testing, AM Best released the final methodology for their assessment. The Methodology and Criteria document is published on the AM Best website.

The TMPAA Advisory Board believes that given the possible far-reaching implications of the AM Best performance assessment, it is important for Association members to be familiar with the process and have informed conversations with their program partners and stakeholders about the ramifications of participation.

 

Member Features

 

Program Administrator Members

  • Attento Underwriting Agency Limited
  • FTP of California
  • Transtar Insurance Brokers, Inc.

Service Provider Members

  • FilingRamp
  • InsurIQ
  • OWIT Global LLC
  • Work At Home Vintage Experts
 

INSTANDA

INSTANDA is a no code, cloud based digital distribution portal and policy administration platform that enables rapid speed to market. Our implementations range from simple submission portals integrated to your existing policy admin platform to full distribution and policy administration. Key features and benefits include:

  • Low Total Cost of Ownership

  • Fast Path to Digital MGA

  • Streamlined Submissions

  • Automated Underwriting

  • Simplified, Efficient Workflows

  • Rating and Submission APIs Out of the Box

  • Branded, Custom User Experiences.

 

Click here to learn more directly from one of our raving fans. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at 989-206-0868.

 

distriBind and Stere Transform Bordereaux Management for the US Program Market

 

Liberty Mutual Completes $1 Billion Acquisition

 

Brown & Brown Acquires Texas’ CrossCover

 

ClarionDoor Repositions Product Suite

 

NFP Snags MGA, Captive Program

 
 

Other Program News

Aquiline closing in on Distinguished Programs deal

 

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February 2022

 

2022 TMPAA Mid-Year Meeting

REGISTER →

Join us in Boston, May 2-4, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Grow and improve your operation with access to program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, educational opportunities, and networking with an expected 800 program professionals. The first Mid-Year attendee list will be distributed next week.

HOTEL NOTE: Our room block is limited. To ensure the block is filled with only TM attendees, we will be reviewing the hotel reservation list to ensure that it matches up with a registration. Please register first and then book a room.

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Accelerant • AIG • Allianz • AXIS Insurance • Berkley

BMS Re US • Breckenridge Group • Fortegra • Great American Insurance Group

Hudson Insurance • Liberty Mutual • Martin & Company • Munich Re • NARS

Old Republic • Patra • QBE • Sedgwick • Tysers • Wilson Elser • Xceedance • Zurich

 

Mid-Year Meeting

Presentations in Development

Save some time in your Mid-Year schedule to attend these valuable sessions:

  • Program Administrator Town Hall: Contracts Revisited (May 2, 2pm) 
  • Assessing the Financial Strengths of Fronting Carriers and Reinsurers (May 3, 2pm)
  • Innovative Leadership presented by the Women's Networking Group (May 3, 4pm)
  • Artificial Intelligence in Program Underwriting (May 4, 8:30am)

AGENDA →

Resources

Making the Most of Your Marketing $

February 23 | 10 AM ET

Attend this live webinar to learn methods for measuring marketing ROI, most effective marketing channels for branding, lead generation and client engagement and discover best practices from IMCA Showcase Award winning campaigns.

Presenters: 

Emily Hathcoat, Risk Placement Services

Jim Flynn, ONEFIRE

Richard Look, Vertibrands

REGISTER →

Women's Networking Group

Sponsor a High Achiever

Recognize the achievements of future leaders and support the retention of top talent in your organization by inviting high-performing women to attend the Mid-Year Meeting. Attendees will benefit from listening to industry experts and joining the Women's Networking Group lunch. Here, experienced PAs will share the secrets of successful women leaders and rising stars can network and align with industry mentors. 

REGISTER →

Women's Networking

Group Lunch

Preparing Future Leaders

May 3 at 11:45 AM | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Target University

Cyber Course Now Available

New content has just been added to Target University. Sign up for the current 13-course curriculum to earn your Certified Programs Leader (CPL) Designation. Next up, Systems, which will be activated as the 14th course. 

Dean Thompson Challenge
Program Administrator members who earn their CPL in 2022 will receive $500 from Target University Dean, Greg Thompson. The mission of Target University is to further promote Best Practices in program administration, enhance the status of program business in the insurance industry and recognize the specialized skill sets of program specialists.

LEARN MORE →

 

Member Features

 

Program Administrator Members

  • Cogo Insurance*
  • Foundry Insurance Group
  • Santee Risk Managers, LLC
  • Worldlink Specialty, LLC

*Program Administrator Incubator - Read more about this membership category here.

Service Provider Members

  • SimplePin
  • Socotra, Inc.
  • SmartPay Solutions
 

Helmsman Management Services

Helmsman Management Services is the sixth largest third-party administrator (TPA) in the US. It blends tailored programs, industry-leading expertise and experienced claims professionals to help produce better claims outcomes. Helmsman, the only TPA supported by the strength of a Fortune 100 company, helps companies and carriers better control the cost of general liability, property, commercial auto, specialty, and workers compensation claims.

 

Visit www.helmsmantpa.com or contact Ryan Burke at (734) 887-4340 or Karen Reading at (469) 997-7260 for more.

 

SimplePin’s Digital Payment Platform selected by Coastal Community Insurance Services


RPS Partners on Management Liability for Private Firms


OneShield Software Receives $50M Follow-On Investment to Accelerate Continued Growth


Manny Cocurull Joins KidGuard Team


DUAL Launches Crisis Management Team


Data-fueled Insurance Platform Accelerant Announces Growth Funding Round in Excess of $190M

 
 

Other Program News

Fast-growing insurtech marketplace Vesttoo targets $7bn deal flow in 2022

 

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January 2022

 

2022 TMPAA Mid-Year Meeting

REGISTER →

Join us in Boston, May 2-4, to hear program business thought leaders discuss new opportunities in a changing industry. Grow and improve your operation with access to program carriers including London Markets, premier service providers, reinsurance support, program development and distribution resources, educational opportunities, and networking with an expected 800 program professionals.

GOLD MEETING SPONSORS | Zurich • QBE • Wilson Elser • Sedgwick • Munich Re • Tysers • AIG Programs • Hudson Insurance • BMS Re US • Berkley • Great American Insurance • Martin & Company • Patra • Allianz • Old Republic Specialty • Breckenridge Group

 

Advisory Board

Welcome, John Colis

John Colis takes the helm as TMPAA President. He is the President and CEO of Euclid Insurance Services, Inc., operating as a program administrator for specialty P&C insurance programs as well as a general agency involved in the sales of various employee benefit products. John is a two time graduate of Northwestern University receiving his Bachelors of Arts Degree and his MBA from Northwestern’s Graduate School of Management. John has been active on the TMPAA Advisory Board since 2017.

Advisory Board

Thank You, Chris Pesce

The TMPAA Advisory Board and staff would like to thank Chris Pesce, National Director of One80 Intermediaries, for 3 years of dedicated service to the Association. He enthusiastically led three in person events and helped guide the first (and hopefully last) virtual Summit. Chris will continue to serve as a member of the Advisory Board.

ADVISORY BOARD →

Association Staff

Meet Susan Allen

Susan Allen joined Target Markets in December as Director of Insurance Services and Education. In this role, she will provide strategic leadership and direction for all resource development, educational programming, and other insurance services to assist TMPAA members. Susan is an accomplished 20-year veteran of the industry and has been active in the program space for over a decade. She held executive leadership roles at major carriers gaining business acumen, versatility in specialty underwriting, and an understanding of marketplace needs.

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Target University

Dean Thompson Challenge Returns

Program Administrator members who earn the Certified Programs Leader (CPL) Designation by the 2022 Mid-Year OR Summit will receive $500 from Target University Dean, Greg Thompson. The mission of Target University is to further promote Best Practices in program administration, enhance the status of program business in the insurance industry and recognize the specialized skill sets of program specialists. TMPAA members who complete and pass all 12 courses and have the prerequisite history in program business are eligible to apply for the CPL Designation.

LEARN MORE →

 

Member Features

 

OneShield Software

OneShield provides solutions for P&C insurers and MGAs of all sizes. Deployed in the cloud, our portfolio of standalone, subscription and As-a-Service products includes enterprise-class policy management, billing, claims, rating, product configuration, business intelligence, and smart analytics. OneShield automates and simplifies the complexities of core systems with targeted solutions, seamless upgrades, collaborative implementations, and lower total cost of ownership. With corporate headquarters in Marlborough, MA, and offices in India, OneShield has 70+ products in production across P&C and specialty insurance markets. For more information, visit www.OneShield.com.

 

Gallagher Acquires Risk Transfer Insurance

Ryan Specialty Group Closes Acquisition of Keystone Risk Partners

Great American, Texas-Based Insurtech Assurely to Offer D&O Insurance


Glatfelter Insurance Group Appoints New Chief Actuary, Rocklyn Altshuler

Acrisure Acquires Parts of SUNZ Insurance Operations

Digital Ecosystem Stere Welcomes $2M Seed Funding Infusion

Southern States Insurance Exchange selects OneShield for core system transformation