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Paragon Insurance Holdings to Sell its Direct Retail Wine Industry Business

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Paragon Insurance Holdings LLC today announced the sale of the firm's direct retail wine industry business to retail insurance broker EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants. The accounts in question came to Paragon in the fall of 2017 when they purchased wine industry specialist John Sutak Insurance Brokers, along with two winery programs from the Argo Group.

Effective January 1, 2019, Paragon will transition its portfolio of direct retail winery clients to EPIC, one of the nation's ten largest privately held retail insurance brokers. The purchase will expand and strengthen EPIC's own commitment to their existing and future wine industry clients.

Paragon will continue to underwrite and broadly provide insurance services to the wine industry on a national basis, and the transaction allows Paragon to maintain a clear strategic focus on the firm's core program management and underwriting expertise, centered on serving the needs of their partners in the retail insurance brokerage community.

"We are excited about the transaction and eliminating any possible ambiguity about the strength of our commitment to serving and supporting our retail insurance brokerage partners," said Erik Kriens, SVP Business Development at Paragon.

"We know EPIC Wine Industry Practice Leader Mike McNulty and the EPIC team well from many years of working with them on the specialty programs and MGA front. We are confident that they will provide outstanding service, strong advocacy, and effective representation to the wine industry clients they are acquiring from us," Kriens added.

Any inquiries can be directed to Erik Kriens at Paragon Insurance Holdings in San Francisco: ekriens@paragonisngroup.com or (860) 629-0849.

About Paragon:

A broadly diversified MGA, Paragon provides unique opportunities and solutions to retail agents, insurance carriers, reinsurers and vendor partners.

Please visit https://www.paragoninsgroup.com/ for additional information.

Paragon Insurance Holdings LLC today announced the sale of the firm's direct retail wine industry business to retail insurance broker EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants. The accounts in question came to Paragon in the fall of 2017 when they purchased wine industry specialist John Sutak Insurance Brokers, along with two winery programs from the Argo Group.

Related link: http://www.paragoninsgroup.com/

Michael Power Joins Frenkel and Company – an EPIC Company in New York

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company announced today that risk management and insurance professional Michael Power has joined the firm's operations in New York as a Principal.

Power will be based in Frenkel's New York, N.Y. office at 350 Hudson Street and report to Phil Remig, Northeast Region Senior Vice President, Operations and Sales.

Power will be responsible for new business development; management of property/casualty insurance programs; and providing risk management strategies and solutions to mid-market and large clients across a range of industries, with a specialty focus on the complex needs of the Real Estate industry.

Power joins Frenkel from the New York office of Lockton Companies, where he was Senior Vice President and Northeast Real Estate Practice Leader. Power previously worked for Willis Towers Watson (Senior Vice President, New York Real Estate Practice Leader) and Wells Fargo Insurance Services in New York.

"We are excited to further expand and enhance our operations in the Greater New York City area and across the Northeast with Mike's addition," said Phil Remig. "He is highly regarded for his professional knowledge; for building strong, positive relationships; and for providing exceptional service to his clients. Mike will be a terrific addition as we continue to deepen and strengthen our exceptional team both regionally and across the country."

Power attended Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New York, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in General Business. Professionally, he holds the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation.

Michael Power can be reached at mpower@frenkel.com or 201-356-1113 (office).

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company announced today that risk management and insurance professional Michael Power has joined the firm's operations in New York as a Principal. Power will be responsible for new business development; management of property/casualty insurance programs; and providing risk management strategies and solutions.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Tandis Nili Joins Frenkel and Company – an EPIC Company as Global Services Division Leader

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company announced today that risk management and insurance professional Tandis Nili has joined the firm's operations in New York as Senior Vice President and leader of the Global Services Division. Nili is based in Frenkel's New York, NY office at 350 Hudson Street and reports to John F. Kelly, President and CEO of Frenkel & Company.

In her new role, Nili is responsible for leading the integration of EPIC and Frenkel capabilities and resources related to designing, implementing and managing global risk management strategies and solutions for large clients with international footprints.

Prior to joining Frenkel, Nili served as a Director of the Small & Medium Enterprises (SME) Division at Aon, and earlier as Vice President in the National Casualty Brokerage Group, working on complex liability programs for various high profile clients worldwide. Nili also served as a member of Aon's Casualty Coverage Consultation, Advocacy and Claims Resolution Practice, advocating for clients in General and Products Liability as well as Umbrella and Excess Liability program and coverage disputes.

Recognized twice as an insurance industry "Power Broker" by Risk and Insurance Magazine, Nili has counseled numerous clients on liability coverage and business and regulatory issues, as well as assisting them in choosing and implementing appropriate risk management strategies.

"We are excited to further expand and enhance our operations in the greater New York City area and across the Northeast with Tandis' addition," said John F. Kelly. "She is highly regarded for her professional knowledge; for building strong, positive relationships; and for providing exceptional service to her clients. Tandis will be a terrific addition as we continue to deepen and strengthen our exceptional team both regionally and across the country."

Academically, Nili attended Boston University where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance and International Management. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor Degree from New York Law School. Professionally, Nili holds the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation.

Tandis Nili can be reached by email at tnili@frenkel.com and by phone at 212.488.1882.

About EPIC
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has nearly 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 40,000 clients

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company announced today that risk management and insurance professional Tandis Nili has joined the firm's operations in New York as Senior Vice President and leader of the Global Services Division. Nili is based in Frenkel's New York, NY office at 350 Hudson Street and reports to John F. Kelly, President and CEO of Frenkel & Company.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

New Survey Finds More Than 75-percent of Travelers Experience Travel Mishaps, Yet Few Protect Themselves with Travel Insurance

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- A new survey conducted by travel insurance comparison site TravelInsurance.com found that even though travelers are concerned with travel disruptions and many have experienced mishaps while on vacation, fewer than half of those surveyed have purchased travel insurance. Of those who didn't purchase travel insurance, only a third even considered it.

"The results from the survey show a clear disconnect - respondents have real concerns about travel interruptions and have experienced them first-hand, yet they do not consider the many benefits of travel insurance," said Stan Sandberg, co-founder of TravelInsurance.com.

"Our survey revealed that the most common reasons why travelers disregard travel insurance are: they believe it's too expensive; they don't understand the coverage or the rules of purchasing it; and they believe they just don't need it. By dramatically simplifying the travel insurance shopping experience - and giving travel consumers a transparent view of the value proposition of travel insurance - TravelInsurance.com is helping to educate travel consumers to shop and buy with confidence."

The survey asked more than 1,000 individuals who travel multiple times a year about their leisure travel habits in 2018, along with what concerns they have when booking their vacations. Below are some key findings.

Travel Spend:

The survey found that more than one in five (22%) will spend more than $5,000 on travel this year, with almost half (47%) spending more than $2,500. Older travelers tend to spend the most as they typically have greater disposable incomes, take longer trips and spend more on vacation travel than their younger counterparts.

Travel Concerns:

According to the survey, the top three travel concerns for travelers were weather-related disruptions, the possibility of illness or injury affecting a trip, and terrorism. These concerns are also the top risks addressed by most travel insurance plans.

The survey further drilled down into travelers' concerns about the weather. More than three quarters of respondents (78%) indicated that they're at least thinking about the weather at their arrival destination when booking a trip. However, more than half (52%) said they rarely or never take into consideration the weather in their departure city when booking a trip.

Travel insurance with trip cancellation coverage is one of the most effective ways to protect an investment in non-refundable vacations year-round, but it can be especially important during the increasingly active hurricane season and during winter months when storms are more likely. These both coincide with some of the busiest leisure travel months of the year.

Travel Interruptions:

While many vacations go smoothly, survey results point to rampant delays. Three out of four respondents (76%) have experienced a flight delay in the past, and nearly half (48%) have had their luggage lost or stolen. Another third (35%) have experienced either getting sick or traveling with someone who has gotten sick while on a trip.

Flight was delayed	76%
Luggage/personal belongings were delayed or lost	48%
Flight was cancelled	40%
You needed to change/cancel your plans due to personal reasons	35%
You or someone in your party got sick or injured during the trip	35%
You missed your connection	31%
You are someone in your party got sick or injured before the trip	17%
You needed to change/cancel your plans due to work-related reasons	14%
You needed travel assistance (i.e., you needed a last-minute change, car rental, hotel accommodations, or you needed help with travel in a country where you don’t speak the language, etc.)	14%
Luggage/personal belongings were stolen	6%

Travel Insurance:

Most consumers are worried about travel disruptions, and most have experienced them in the past, yet more than half (54%) have never purchased travel insurance and two thirds (65%) of those have never even considered it. The survey also showed that about half (47%) of respondents didn't know whether or not their health insurance provided coverage while traveling, especially when traveling abroad. Travel insurance plans can provide medical and emergency evacuation coverage for international travel.

The reasons travelers don't purchase travel insurance show that there remains a number of misconceptions about the value proposition of travel insurance and the benefits it provides. TravelInsurance.com was founded on the primary goal of addressing those misconceptions. By offering a simple and transparent shopping experience where consumers can compare plans and providers quickly, TravelInsurance.com gives consumers an affordable way to protect against the travel disruptions that concern them the most.

"Many people don't think they need travel insurance or that it's too expensive. However, today's frequent travel disruptions and lost travel expenses would suggest otherwise," continued Sandberg. "Travel cancellation coverage can cost as little as four percent (4%) of a trip's total cost, which if something goes wrong and you have to miss your trip, can save you thousands of dollars in the long run. Coverage for emergency travel medical and evacuations can cost even less."

For more information on travel insurance and travel tips, visit https://www.travelinsurance.com/

A new survey conducted by travel insurance comparison site TravelInsurance.com found that even though travelers are concerned with travel disruptions and many have experienced mishaps while on vacation, fewer than half of those surveyed have purchased travel insurance. Of those who didn't purchase travel insurance, only a third even considered it.

Related link: https://www.travelinsurance.com/

Digital insurance agency Matic named a Central Ohio ‘Best Place to Work’ by Columbus Business First

COLUMBUS, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- Matic, a digital insurance agency whose technology enables borrowers to purchase homeowner's insurance during the mortgage transaction, has been named one of Central Ohio's top employers by Columbus Business First.

Columbus Business First's 'Best Places to Work' program has highlighted top workplaces in Central Ohio since 2005. Of the more than 200 nominations received this year, 50 honorees were selected through workplace satisfaction surveys administered independently by Omaha, Nebraska-based Quantum Workplace.

2018 has been a year of aggressive growth for Matic, which expanded its Columbus operations center with an April move to the Miranova Place office complex and has added more than a dozen new team members since the beginning of the year.

Matic's achievement was honored at an awards luncheon on Tuesday at the downtown Columbus Hyatt Regency hotel. A full list of 2018 honorees and their rankings was published in Columbus Business First.

"It's an incredible honor to be recognized by our team members as a great employer," said Jeffrey Snyder, vice president, Matic. "Our business mission is to simplify the homeowners insurance process, but we're just as devoted to building a thriving culture where people feel valued and are excited to come to work each day."

About Matic:

Matic is a technology-driven insurance agency focused on helping lenders and loan officers better integrate homeowner's insurance into the lending process. By using loan application information and first-of-its-kind technology, Matic provides homebuyers multiple policy options within seconds, helping loan officers close their loans faster. Matic delivers the most trusted, affordable insurance policies available thanks to its partnerships with a diverse network of insurance carriers. Today's borrowers expect a digital home-buying experience, and Matic gives them the digital insurance experience to match.

For more information, visit https://matic.com/ or follow Matic on LinkedIn.

Matic, a digital insurance agency whose technology enables borrowers to purchase homeowner's insurance during the mortgage transaction, has been named one of Central Ohio's top employers by Columbus Business First.

Related link: https://maticinsurance.com/

Danielle Reed of EPIC Appointed to the Board of Directors of the Texas Payroll Conference

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that HR Solutions Associate Consultant Danielle Reed has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Texas Payroll Conference (TPC).

The Texas Payroll Conference was established in 1989 as a non-profit organization to provide continuing education to payroll professionals. The annual conference provides opportunities for payroll professionals across Texas and neighboring states to learn about technology advances, legislative and tax changes, professional development, and much more.

The TPC consists of a "working board" of twelve regular members and four advisors. Board membership requires a 4-year commitment; three years as a regular, active and voting board member and the fourth year as an advisor to the current board. Service for new Board members begins after each annual conference has concluded.

Board members and Advisors meet every other month at different locations across the state of Texas.

The 30th annual Texas Payroll Conference will take place on September 11 - September 14, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country, 9800 Hyatt Resort Drive, San Antonio, TX.

Said John Gaffney, EPIC's Vice President, National Benefits Operations, "Danielle is a highly engaged, effective and collaborative consultant, and we are both pleased and proud to see her taking on this additional level of commitment and responsibility on behalf of payroll professional across the state of Texas."

In her role as an EPIC HR Solutions Associate Consultant, Reed leads client payroll and Human Resource Management System (HRMS) vendor selections and implementations, with a particular focus on clients in start-up, spin-off, mergers and acquisitions, and high-growth situations. She also serves as a functional expert in the implementation of time and attendance and payroll systems, working on a wide range of payroll and HRMS related projects.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has nearly 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 40,000 clients

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that HR Solutions Associate Consultant Danielle Reed has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Texas Payroll Conference (TPC).

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Ndex Systems launches a significant breakthrough in consolidating data for reporting to clients on investment, fixed indexed annuity and insurance accounts

BOSTON, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Ndex Systems today announced the launch of a major enhancement in its ability to generate consolidated reports for portfolios that include indexed annuities and insurance accounts. Now financial advisors can generate consolidated reports to include both market-based investment accounts as well as detailed information on annuity and insurance contracts.

The system supports reporting, from a single portal, on all data including lifetime income benefits, death benefits, riders and other values unique to annuity and insurance contracts.

"Now reports to clients with both investments as well as annuities and insurance will be easy to produce and deliver a more complete financial picture," said John Larson, Principal at Ndex Systems U.S.

To learn more visit:
https://www.ndexsystemsusa.com/ndex-video and
https://www.ndexsystemsusa.com/annuity-and-insurance-reporting

About Ndex Systems U.S.:

Ndex Systems U.S. has partnered with Ndex Systems, Canada to deliver a very comprehensive and cost-effective portfolio management system. Ndex Systems was founded in 1999 and services over 11,000 advisors and $130B in AUM throughout the U.S. and Canada. The Ndex Systems platform consolidates data from and supports over 136 direct custody feeds and 4600 financial institutions. Learn more: https://www.ndexsystemsusa.com/.

VIDEO (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/rGzk0pYCT6E

Ndex Systems U.S. today announced the launch of a major enhancement in its ability to generate consolidated reports for portfolios that include indexed annuities and insurance accounts. Now financial advisors can generate consolidated reports to include both market-based investment accounts as well as detailed information on annuity and insurance contracts.

Related link: https://www.ndexsystemsusa.com/

Suzannah Gill of EPIC Achieves Elite Health Benefits Certification

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Benefits Strategy Consultant Suzannah Gill has been accepted to join the rigorous Health Rosetta Certified Benefit Advisor program.

This distinction sets Gill apart as an innovative advisor, committed to reshaping healthcare while improving her clients' organizations, financial future, and the engagement and productivity of their employees.

Said Dave Chase, founder of Health Rosetta, "Forward-thinking benefits experts are the vanguard that are worth their weight in gold. They have left behind the wasteful, obsolete approaches that plague most employers. They are the architects of the Health Rosetta, and take what Margaret Mead once said to heart: 'Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.' I can't thank them enough."

Gill is one of less than 150 Health Rosetta certified advisors across the country today. Certification focuses on the foundational principles, broad strategies, specific tactics, and vetted solutions that drive the greatest sustainable cost savings and improved health outcomes.

"It is a great honor and a wonderful feeling to be recognized in this way as we work to re-shape the industry," says Gill. "My mission has always been to do away with the waste that has traditionally left employers spending more each year on health insurance, while getting less in benefits. This certification and the knowledge that comes with it will help me to personally take this important journey with and on behalf of my clients."

Gill's clients will gain access to a broad array of Health Rosetta certified strategies and techniques that have helped all types of organizations reduce their healthcare spending by 20 percent or more. These techniques and more are covered in Dave Chase's books, "The CEO's Guide to Restoring the American Dream" and "The Opioid Crisis Wake-Up Call."

Suzannah Gill can be reached via email at suzannah.gill@epicbrokers.com or by phone at (678) 215-3890.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has nearly 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 40,000 clients

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Benefits Strategy Consultant Suzannah Gill has been accepted to join the rigorous Health Rosetta Certified Benefit Advisor program.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Bob Simpson Joins EPIC Insurance Brokers in Houston TX

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that veteran communications professional Bob Simpson has joined the firm as Director, Communications and Engagement (C&E) to lead EPIC's C&E practice nationally.

Simpson will be based in EPIC's Houston, TX office and report to John Gaffney, Vice President, National Benefits Operations.

Simpson's responsibilities will include providing strategic and tactical direction for all employee benefits client communication engagements. Simpson will further expand EPIC's offerings related to strategic consulting, writing, and creative/design services, and broaden the scope of existing communications services related to HR, change management, and engagement initiatives.

Prior to joining EPIC, Simpson spent three years in the Houston office of Willis Towers Watson, where he was Director of Change Management and Communication. He managed a national team of writers and consultants and was responsible for sales and client project management for the West Region.

Said John Gaffney, "Bob is an experienced project manager who understands the value of effective communications in the success of any endeavor. He has significant knowledge of strategic communication planning, stakeholder and environmental analysis, messaging strategies, and project planning and tracking. His communications skills and ability have significantly reduced project delivery times and costs, as well as minimizing resistance to change. We are very excited to add Bob to our EPIC team. "

Academically, Simpson attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he received a Bachelor's Degree in Communication before continuing at the University of Southern California to earn a Master's Degree in Communication Management. Professionally, Simpson has been a member of the International Association of Business Communicators since 2015.

Bob Simpson can be reached at bob.simpson@epicbrokers.com or 832-675-9058.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has nearly 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 40,000 clients

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that veteran communications professional Bob Simpson has joined the firm as Director, Communications and Engagement (C&E) to lead EPIC's C&E practice nationally.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Trish Drew of EPIC Presents on Construction Risk Management at 2018 IRMI Construction Risk Conference

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Construction Industry risk management specialist Trish Drew is among the presenters at this year's annual Construction Risk Management Conference, presented by the International Risk Management Institute (IRMI), currently taking place in Houston, Texas.

The four day IRMI Conference is widely regarded as the premier educational event for the Construction Industry, attracting participants from across the nation. In addition to Drew, EPIC Construction Practice leaders and specialists nationally will attend to learn, share their own experience and knowledge and network with other top industry professionals

The IRMI Risk Management Boot Camp Drew will facilitate is a highly focused course in construction risk management and insurance for those new to the field. Participants will spend 3 days immersed in learning fundamental concepts in construction operations, risk assessment, contractual risk transfer, safety, construction insurance, and risk finance.

Conference attendance and participation reflects EPIC's strong commitment to the Construction Industry, which is one of the firm's largest areas of specialty nationally.

EPIC was recognized in 2017 as a "Top Construction and Design Industry Specialist Broker" by Insurance Business America Magazine.

Said Brian McDonnell, EPIC's National Construction and Design Resource Practice Leader, "Construction and Design is a dynamic and constantly evolving business. To effectively serve and support clients in this specialty area, you have to constantly build leading-edge knowledge and expertise, stay alert to future trends and opportunities, and move forward with new, unique and creative solutions. Being an active part of the IMRI Construction Risk Conference is just one of the many ways EPIC does this."

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has nearly 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 40,000 clients

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit: https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Construction Industry risk management specialist Trish Drew is among the presenters at this year's annual Construction Risk Management Conference, presented by the International Risk Management Institute (IRMI), currently taking place in Houston.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

After Inc. Releases Warranty Analytics 2.0 White Paper

NORWALK, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- After, Inc., the global leader in Warranty 2.0 solutions, announced today that it has just released its latest research on the warranty analytics industry. After, Inc.'s white paper, "Warranty Analytics 2.0 - Addressing the Gaps in Current Software Solutions," provides an analysis of the warranty services market, outlines the differences between warranty management and warranty analytics software, and offers an alternative - Warranty Analytics 2.0 - to address the limitations in current data analytics solutions.

While self-service analytical software packages contain some functionality for data prep, querying, exploration and visualization, there can be material limitations post-implementation. Problems arise when there is a lack of internal technical/analytical resources to correct data errors in real time.

After, Inc.'s Warranty Analytics 2.0 solution combine warranty-specific data visualization platforms with outsourced and highly trained warranty data analysts in an analytics-as-a service business model to ensure that the data being uploaded and the results being generated are complete and accurate.

To download a copy of the "Warranty Analytics 2.0 - Addressing the Gaps in Current Software Solutions" white paper, click here: http://afterinc.com/warranty-analytics-2-0/

Or, visit After, Inc.'s website at: http://afterinc.com/.

About After, Inc.:

After, Inc. (afterinc.com) is a global leader in the warranty services industry. Its predictive analytics, data-driven marketing strategies, reporting and program administration are second to none. After, Inc. partners with some of the world's top brands to help transform their warranty businesses, driving customer satisfaction post-purchase, higher product reliability, deeper brand equity and additional revenue / profit opportunities.

Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn. with offices in New York City, After, Inc. is part of the EPIC Holdings family of companies, which also includes EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants and PowerGuard Specialty Insurance Services.

After, Inc., the global leader in Warranty 2.0 solutions, announced today that it has just released its latest research on the warranty analytics industry. After, Inc.'s white paper, "Warranty Analytics 2.0 - Addressing the Gaps in Current Software Solutions," provides an analysis of the warranty services market, outlines the differences between warranty management and warranty analytics software.

Related link: http://afterinc.com/

EPIC’s Casey Lillis to Present on Cyber Security and Data Privacy at GLAMM 2018 in Dallas

DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Account Executive Casey Lillis will present at the Globalaw Annual Members Meeting (GLAMM) 2018 on Thurs., Oct. 25 at 11:30 a.m. at the Jackson Walker office in Dallas, Texas.

Lillis will participate in the panel, "Cybersecurity and Data Privacy - Innovation and Risk at a Crossroads" alongside Batya Forsyth of Hanson Bridgett and Richard Healy of Oldham, Li & Nie. This panel will discuss existing legal frameworks surrounding cybersecurity and data privacy, along with strategies and best practices for both advance compliance and responses in the event of a data breach.

The EPIC-sponsored event will offer attendees the opportunity to attend panel sessions, build relationships with industry experts and exchange, educate and improve what is delivered to clients.

Click here to register for the event: https://www.globalaw.net/event/globalaw-annual-members-meeting-2/.

About Casey Lillis, account executive at EPIC:

Casey Lillis is a knowledgeable cyber risk resource supporting EPIC's client base in California. Prior to joining EPIC, Lillis was an underwriter for Chubb in their financial lines group. He specialized in the analysis and pricing of cyber risk and professional liability insurance for middle and major market organizations.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Account Executive Casey Lillis will present at the Globalaw Annual Members Meeting (GLAMM) 2018 on Thurs., Oct. 25 at 11:30 a.m. at the Jackson Walker office in Dallas, Texas.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Jeremiah Glassford of EPIC Named a 2018 Veteran of Influence by Birmingham Business Journal

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Senior Client Executive Jeremiah Glassford has been named a 2018 Veteran of Influence by Birmingham Business Journal.

The 2018 Veterans of Influence Awards honors the men and women who have served our country and have made a place for themselves in Birmingham's business world. Winners have a strong record of innovation or outstanding performance in their work and are actively involved in the community.

"Jeremiah's experience as a litigation attorney and a noncommissioned officer in high-risk combat zones give him a very unique perspective to help our clients identify and successfully manage complex risks," said Crawford McInnis, managing principal at EPIC. "His military background and business experience make him an unparalleled leader and we are proud to have him on our team."

Glassford has served in the U.S. Army since 1999, including three tours of duty in Afghanistan and Iraq with extensive leadership and risk management/safety training. He currently serves on the U.S. Army Reserve's Regional Emergency Preparedness Liaison Officer Team for FEMA Region IV, where he coordinates Department of Defense military assistance to other federal agencies, state governments and civilian authorities during large-scale disaster response operations.

About Jeremiah Glassford, senior client executive, EPIC:

Glassford is a Senior Client Executive in our Birmingham, Alabama office; he brings his legal and risk management proficiency to EPIC's national platform.

He is involved in all aspects of new business development, risk management and client retention, including needs assessment and exposure identification; risk management and insurance program audits; program design and placement; ongoing client management; program stewardship; and resource and vendor management.

Prior to joining EPIC, Glassford was a commercial litigator with Birmingham-based law firm Balch & Bingham who he represented clients throughout the country, ranging from private equity investors and public utilities to product manufacturers and insurance companies, in commercial litigation involving contract disputes, insurance coverage issues, business torts and unfair competition, financial services, products liability, intellectual property and trade secrets, class actions, and health care issues.

He graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, where was on the President's List and a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honor Society. He earned his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the University of Alabama School of Law. He also received ratings of "exceeded course standards" and graduated in the top 20% of every U.S. Army leadership course he attended: Primary Leadership Development Course, Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course, and Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course.

Glassford is a member of the American Bar Association, the Alabama State Bar, and the Birmingham Bar Association. He is also a proud supporter of Alabama Veteran, a non-profit founded and operated by veterans to help each other reintegrate into civilian society, engage their communities, and improve themselves professionally and personally.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Senior Client Executive Jeremiah Glassford has been named a 2018 Veteran of Influence by Birmingham Business Journal.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Kevin Harnetiaux Joins EPIC Insurance Brokers in Sacramento CA

SACRAMENTO, Calif /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that insurance industry veteran Kevin Harnetiaux has joined the firm as Senior Vice president and Chief Operating Officer of EPIC's Sacramento Region, including Sacramento, Calif., Gold River, Calif., and Reno, Nev.

Harnetiaux will report jointly to Curt Perata, EPIC's President, Pacific North Region (P&C Operations) and John Connell, West Region President, Employee Benefits (Employee Benefits Operations) and he will be based in EPIC's Sacramento area offices.

With nearly 30 years of industry experience, Harnetiaux joins from the State Fund of California where he served as Executive Vice President of Field Operations. Over the past year at State Fund, Harnetiaux led the design and implementation of a new field structure and strategy, including the appointment of a new field leadership team.

Harnetiaux spent most of his earlier career at The Hartford, in a wide range of increasingly responsible positions, culminating in Senior Vice President and Division Executive, managing commercial business operations across Hartford's thirteen state Western Division, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington State.

Said Curt Perata, "Kevin's addition further strengthens and enhances EPIC's operations in the greater Sacramento area and across the West. He has a well-deserved reputation for professional expertise; for building strong, effective relationships and teams; and for delivering outstanding service, resources and support to clients, team members, and other business partners."

Added John Connell, "We're excited to have Kevin join EPIC and confident that he will be an exceptional partner and performer as we continue to deepen and strengthen our teams, both regionally and across the country."

Harnetiaux attended California State University in Long Beach, where he received a BSME Degree in Mechanical Engineering before continuing his education at St. Mary's College of California to earn an MBA Degree in Business Administration and Management.

Across his career Harnetiaux has served on the Board of Directors of the California Workers' Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau (WCIRB) including Chairman of the WCIRB's Governing and Executive Committee. He has also been a Director on the Board of the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) and the California Workers' Compensation Institute (CWCI).

Kevin Harnetiaux can be reached at kevin.harnetiaux@epicbrokers.com or 916-673-6001.

About EPIC:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has nearly 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 40,000 clients

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that insurance industry veteran Kevin Harnetiaux has joined the firm as Senior Vice president and Chief Operating Officer of EPIC's Sacramento Region, including Sacramento, Calif., Gold River, Calif., and Reno, Nev.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Holiday Travel 2018: Don’t Forget Travel Insurance When Booking Your Holiday Vacation This Year

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- For the best prices and travel options, October is an ideal time to book your holiday travel, whether it's a family gathering for Thanksgiving or a ski trip around Christmas break, according to TravelInsurance.com. It's a great time to take advantage of deals, which become harder to come by closer to the intended travel date.

However, with hurricane season not ending until the end of November, right around the time when winter storms tend to pick up, weather can have a huge impact on your holiday vacation plans. In fact, a recent survey from TravelInsurance.com found that more than 90 percent of travelers have experienced at least some type of travel mishap, with 3 in 4 experiencing a flight delay.

To ensure you are covered if something goes awry during your holiday travel this year, consider purchasing travel insurance to ensure you are protected. At just 4 percent to 8 percent of the total trip costs, travel insurance is an affordable way to gain peace of mind by protecting your investment. And when travelers compare rates online before purchasing a travel insurance policy, it's possible to save more.

TravelInsurance.com has the following tips for purchasing travel insurance for your holiday travel:

* Consider when, and where, you are traveling to (and from!). Hurricanes, storms and snowfalls are unpredictable and can derail holiday plans. Once a storm is named, you can no longer purchase travel insurance with cancellation coverage to protect your investment. If you are traveling to, or from, an often affected area, travel insurance becomes even more critical.
* Keep in mind who you are traveling with. Kids can get sick, and older travelers may need greater medical coverage while away from home. When reviewing travel insurance plans, be sure to know what is covered if you need to cancel or need assistance while away. Consider the likely scenarios specific to your travel companions before landing on a plan.
* Your activities matter. Will you be sitting around eating holiday cookies with grandma, heli-skiing with friends, or golfing with your brother in Florida? For the more adventurous traveler, look for a plan with hazardous sports coverage. And for the active traveler, look for a plan that will cover your sporting equipment such as skis or golf clubs. Some plans will even cover lost ski days or golf fees because of extreme weather.
* Use a comparison site. The two biggest benefits of purchasing a travel insurance plan through a comparison site are choice and savings. Travelers can compare ratings, quotes and features for a multitude of policies. Viewing a side-by-side explanation of benefits allows travelers to choose a policy that makes the most sense for individual needs and at the right price. A comparison site may also offer verified customer reviews to give prospective customers a clear picture of past customer experiences with various providers and plans. Potential buyers can select upgrades and see the price adjustments without hassle.
* Purchase insurance early. Many travelers are unaware of the importance of purchasing your travel insurance within 7-21 days of your first payment toward your trip. This is especially important for those looking for a plan that takes pre-existing conditions into consideration or for those looking to upgrade to a Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) plan as your departure date draws near.

For more information and travel tips, visit https://www.traveIinsurance.com.

About TravelInsurance.com:
TravelInsurance.com helps simplify the complicated world of travel insurance by providing consumers with the easiest way to compare and buy trip insurance coverage online. A member company of the U.S. Travel Insurance Association, owned and operated by DigiVentures Holdings, LLC, a licensed agency that works with some of the largest travel insurers in the industry. Purchases can be made directly through the website, with policies sent via email within minutes.

For the best prices and travel options, October is an ideal time to book your holiday travel, whether it's a family gathering for Thanksgiving or a ski trip around Christmas break, according to TravelInsurance.com. It's a great time to take advantage of deals, which become harder to come by closer to the intended travel date.

Related link: https://www.travelinsurance.com/

EPIC Insurance Brokers Recognized as a 2018 Best Place to Work in Pittsburgh PA

PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has been recognized by their team members in Pittsburgh as one of the city's 2018 Best Places to Work in a survey conducted annually by the Pittsburgh Business Times.

"We are pleased and proud to be recognized by our EPIC team members as one of Pittsburgh's Best Places to Work," said Sean Andreas, Managing Principal of EPIC's Pittsburgh operations. "The core of our local team has been together in the region for more than 20 years. We have truly found a home in EPIC's people-first culture that values and promotes client service excellence, community, alignment, respect, responsibility and fun, which this award clearly reflects."

Pittsburgh's 2018 Best Places to Work is an annual feature in the Pittsburgh Business Times. Companies were judged based on an employee survey conducted earlier this year. Awards are given in four categories based on the number of employees working in western Pennsylvania. The survey measures the satisfaction and morale of employees and the culture of the workplace, including whether it fosters engagement and creativity, and makes the workday enjoyable.

Best Place to Work recognition in Pittsburgh continues a long-standing EPIC tradition of being recognized for workplace excellence. Since the company's founding in 2007, EPIC has been consistently recognized as a 'Best Place to Work" in multiple regions across the country, and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally on ten occasions.

EPIC encourages and supports its employees' participation in the activities of charitable organization such as the American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Alzheimer's Association and many other non-profit and community-service organizations, both local and national. Individual stories can be found in the Culture section of EPIC's website at https://www.epicbrokers.com/culture/#tabs.

About EPIC:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

Learn more at: https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has been recognized by their team members in Pittsburgh as one of the city's 2018 Best Places to Work in a survey conducted annually by the Pittsburgh Business Times.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Acquires Not-For-Profit and Social Services Specialist Total Management Corporation (TMC)

MELVILLE, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Total Management Corporation (TMC) and EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that EPIC has acquired the assets, employees and operations of TMC.

Based in Melville, NY with a second office in Manhattan, TMC has created customized, specialty programs for Not-For-Profit & Social Services Organizations and a range of other industries for more than 50 years.

The addition of TMC further strengthens EPIC's own commitment to the Non-Profit and Community Services sectors and adds 19 new team members to EPIC's rapidly growing operations in the Northeast Region and across the country.

Since EPIC's founding in 2007, the firm has built a strong, positive reputation nationally for service excellence, innovation, community involvement, collaboration, and having fun - all in the interest of being a "people first" (clients and team members) organization.

Said Phil Bilello of TMC, "We are very happy and excited to join the EPIC organization. Our team will be able to leverage EPIC's national platform to further expand our business and deliver additional products, services and resources to all clients we serve, particularly those in the Not-For-Profit & Social Services space."

Upon joining EPIC, the business will operate as TMC Group - a Division of EPIC and TMC's leadership will play an active role within EPIC's Northeast Region.

Said Tom O'Neil, Northeast Region President of EPIC, "Across more than 50 years the team at TMC has established a reputation as innovative specialists, trusted advisors and aggressive client advocates. They are an outstanding addition to our own 'people first' organization and culture and we are excited to welcome them into the EPIC family."

About TMC Group - a Division of EPIC:

Total Management Corporation (TMC) provides customized risk management, property & casualty insurance, and life and health insurance solutions to individuals and businesses in the Real Estate, Construction and Hospitality industries with a particular emphasis on the needs of Not-For-Profit and Social Service organizations.

For more than five decades, TMC's experienced, client-focused advisors have provided expert personal assistance and creative, cost-effective solutions, delivering strong value and needed results.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty insurance, Employee Benefits Consulting, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 40,000 clients.

With run rate revenues of more than $400 million, EPIC is now the 15th largest retail insurance broker in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Total Management Corporation (TMC) and EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that EPIC has acquired the assets, employees and operations of TMC.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Hosts Fourth Annual Invitational Golf Tournament Benefiting Nonprofit The Joyful Child Foundation

ONTARIO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has hosted its fourth annual EPIC Invitational Golf Tournament on behalf of The Joyful Child Foundation and its mission to keep children safe.

"It takes a community to keep our children safe," said Erin Runnion, founder of The Joyful Child Foundation. "EPIC's continued support is helping to ensure that our children are educated and empowered to defend themselves against predators."

The Joyful Child Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by Runnion in 2002 in loving memory of her five-year-old daughter Samantha Runnion.

The foundation's goal is to ensure that every child is exposed to personal safety education and opportunities to practice in order to cultivate each child's instinctual response to recognize, avoid, and if necessary, physically resist and escape inappropriate behaviors or violence.

The Joyful Child trains teachers, non-profit partners and law enforcement agencies to deliver its programs to children and parents.

"We are honored to help support The Joyful Child Foundation and its dedication to preventing crimes against children through programs that educate, empower and unite families and communities," said EPIC Principal David McNeil. "Giving back and community support are an integral part of EPIC's people-first culture, and we look forward to continuing the EPIC Invitational Golf Tournament to further share and support the important work being done by The Joyful Child."

More than 100 people attended this year's golf tournament and sponsors included BBSI (Premier); Identity Force, John Hahn & Pete Garvey (Silver); AFS/IBEX, Allied Public Risk, Anthem Blue Cross, CIGNA, CNA, Eye on Business, Great American Insurance Group, Liberty Mutual, MetLife, Moss Adams, NationwideAg, Philadelphia Insurance Companies, UHC, WTIS, and Zurich Insurance Group (Bronze).

Collectively, EPIC's tournaments have raised over $150,000 to advance and promote The Joyful Child's life-saving programs.

For more information on The Joyful Child Foundation, please visit their website here (http://www.thejoyfulchild.org/ ) and to view a video highlighting this year's event click here: https://www.epicbrokers.com/culture/the-joyful-child-foundation-golf-charity-classic-2018/.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has hosted its fourth annual EPIC Invitational Golf Tournament on behalf of The Joyful Child Foundation and its mission to keep children safe.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Frenkel Benefits, an EPIC Company Adds Nicholas Tunno in New York

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Frenkel Benefits - an EPIC Company announced today that employee benefits, risk management and insurance professional Nicholas Tunno has joined the firm in New York as a Principal.

Tunno will report to Phil Remig, Northeast Region Senior Vice President, Operations and Sales, and he will be based in Frenkel's New York, N.Y. office at 350 Hudson Street.

Tunno joins from the New York office of Marsh & McLennan Agency, where he was a Risk Management Consultant, focusing on the Financial Service, Technology and Transportation sectors, offering employee benefits solutions and risk management strategies to protect and strengthen the clients he served.

Tunno will be responsible for new business development; the management of employee benefits programs; and providing risk management strategies and solutions to mid-market and large clients across a range of industries, including financial institutions.

Said Phil Remig, "Nick's addition further expands and enhances our operations in the greater New York City area and across the Northeast. He has a well-deserved reputation for his professional expertise; for building strong, positive relationships; and for delivering outstanding service to his clients. We're confident that Nick will be an exceptional performer as we continue to deepen and strengthen our team both regionally and across the country."

Tunno attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics and was a member of both the Delta Phi Chapter of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity as well as a member of the Florida State Entrepreneur Incubator program for a business he founded.

Nicholas Tunno can be reached at ntunno@frenkel.com 212.488.0200 (office).

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

Frenkel Benefits - an EPIC Company announced today that employee benefits, risk management and insurance professional Nicholas Tunno has joined the firm in New York as a Principal.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Joseph Ferber Joins Frenkel and Company – an EPIC Company in New York

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company announced today that risk management and insurance professional Joseph Ferber has joined the firm's operations in New York as a Principal

Ferber will be based in Frenkel's New York, NY office at 350 Hudson Street and report to Phil Remig, Northeast Region Senior Vice President, Operations and Sales.

Ferber will be responsible for new business development; management of property/casualty insurance programs; and providing risk management strategies and solutions to mid-market and large clients across a range of industries, including financial institutions, manufacturing & distribution, and commercial & habitational real estate.

Ferber joins from the New York office of Marsh & McLennan Agency, where he was an Executive Risk Strategist.

"We are excited to further expand and enhance our operations in the greater New York City area and across the Northeast with Joe's addition," said Phil Remig. "He is highly regarded for his professional knowledge; for building strong, positive relationships; and for providing exceptional service to his clients. Joe will be a terrific addition as we continue to deepen and strengthen our exceptional team both regionally and across the country."

Ferber attended Rider University in Lawrence Township, New Jersey, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance & Economics. While at Rider Ferber was also a member of the University's Division 1 Men's Wrestling Team and was recognized as part of Omicron Delta Epsilon (the International Honor Society of Economics)

Joseph Ferber can be reached at jferber@frenkel.com or 212.488.1886 (office).

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company announced today that risk management and insurance professional Joseph Ferber has joined the firm's operations in New York as a Principal.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Iron Cove, a division of EPIC, again Named Best U.S. Insurance Provider by Hedgeweek

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Iron Cove, a division of EPIC, was named Best US Insurance Provider by Hedgeweek, a Global Fund Media publication, which reaches over 98,000 financial services executives globally.

Principal Louis D'Agostino attended the Hedgeweek recognition event at the Intercontinental Hotel in NYC to accept the award on behalf of the Iron Cove team.

The winner of the prestigious award is determined by Hedgeweek readers, consisting of investors, managers, and industry professionals, who cast their ballots to determine which firms are the "best of the best" in their respective categories, making this a truly peer-reviewed accolade.

"Winning the US award for a second year in a row confirms our long-term commitment to the asset management industry," D'Agostino said. "After winning Hedgeweek's Best Global Insurance Provider Award earlier this year, and given our team's continuing growth as a division of EPIC, we are very excited about our future."

Iron Cove Partners currently serves many of the world's most prominent financial institutions. As Principal, D'Agostino is responsible for the oversight and management of the Iron Cove Financial Services Practice, which provides its expertise and experience to hedge funds, registered advisers, private equity funds, and broker-dealers.

"Receiving votes from your clients and industry peers acknowledging the quality and value of your work is a great feeling," D'Agostino said. "It never gets old!"

About Iron Cove - a division of EPIC:

Iron Cove, a division of EPIC is a leading full-service insurance brokerage business serving the financial services industry from its headquarters in New York City. A trusted adviser with decades of experience and over 150 Hedge Funds as clients, Iron Cove provides cutting edge brokerage and consulting services to some of the world's largest financial institutions, including Employee Benefits Consulting, Commercial Property & Casualty Insurance, Transactional M&A Insurance as well as Private Client, Life Insurance, and Estate Planning services.

For more information, contact Louis D'Agostino, Principal at louisd@ironcoveins.com or (646) 452-4031.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Iron Cove, a division of EPIC, was named Best U.S. Insurance Provider by Hedgeweek, a Global Fund Media publication, which reaches over 98,000 financial services executives globally.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Matt Lumelleau in Houston

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Matt Lumelleau has joined the firm's Property & Casualty practice as a Principal, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal and Director Southwest Region, KJ Wagner.

Lumelleau, based in Houston, will be responsible for new business development, the design, placement and management of property/casualty insurance programs; and providing risk management strategies and solutions for mid-market and large clients across a range of industries.

Lumelleau joins EPIC from Lockton, where he supported the Houston office as a producer, unit manager and team leader. Previously, he held positions with Tri-City Brokerage as an associate vice president and AIG Environmental as a senior underwriter.

"We are thrilled to continue the growth of our Property Casualty Practice in the Southwest region with Matt's addition," said KJ Wagner. "He brings a strong risk management background that adds tremendous value to our clients and our organization as a whole. Matt will be a terrific addition to the EPIC Property Casualty team."

Lumelleau graduated from Regis University and The National Outdoor Leadership School.

He can be reached at matt.lumelleau@epicbrokers.com or 303-482-7981.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Matt Lumelleau has joined the firm's Property and Casualty practice as a Principal, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal and Director Southwest Region, KJ Wagner.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Insurance’s Sean Conrad to Moderate Wellness Panel at IMPACT18

IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Principal Sean Conrad will moderate a wellness panel at IMPACT18 on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nev.

Conrad will moderate the session that will include CEO of Matuz Ventures Mike Matuz. The session will cover the topics of wellness and culture, using data to assess health and using digital tools to engage with employees. Conrad will also share his concept of the business athlete and how thinking like an athlete is transforming the executive suite.

Click here to see the full agenda: https://www.impact18.net/schedule/.

About IMPACT18

IMPACT18 sets the stage for a creative collaboration of top digital marketing experts at one of Las Vegas' iconic venues. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn best practices and techniques to build market share and business growth from the industry's leading experts, explore the latest tools and trends, and network with local and global leaders and professionals.

About Sean Conrad, principal, EPIC

Sean Conrad is an accomplished senior executive with 20 years of success in the commercial insurance brokerage industry. Leveraging extensive experience in driving new business and top-line revenue, brand differentiation and developing strong networks and partnerships, he is a valuable asset for organizations and companies experiencing challenges with growth and profitability. His broad areas of expertise include business development, employee benefits, commercial property/casualty, executive risk, cyber insurance, marketing, collaboration, tactical planning, leadership and advising.

Throughout his executive career, Conrad has held leadership positions with some of the most respected brands in the insurance sector, organizations that include Wells Fargo Insurance, Willis Towers Watson and Allied Insurance, a Nationwide Company.

Over the last decade, he has helped build a differentiated brand, coached seasoned sales consultants to higher levels of performance and placed over $250 million dollars worth of commercial insurance premium into the marketplace. He has been recognized as a perennial top performer, earning both Winner's Circle and Golden Spoke awards for exceptional performance and leadership.

Conrad is also a Founding Member of The International Executive Council (IEC).

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Principal Sean Conrad will moderate a wellness panel at IMPACT18 on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nev.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Acquires Alternative Asset Management Industry Specialist Vanbridge LLC

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Vanbridge, LLC, a specialty insurance intermediary, program management, and risk advisory services business, and EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that EPIC has acquired the assets, employees and operations of Vanbridge.

Headquartered in New York, N.Y., Vanbridge provides products and services at the intersection of the insurance, private equity and hedge fund industries. Vanbridge focuses on alternative asset management, corporate and individual high net worth clients; solving risk related issues utilizing insurance and alternative capital.

EPIC is already the 9th largest privately owned insurance broker in the nation, before the addition of Vanbridge, which adds an additional 45 team members to the firm. EPIC has built a strong, positive reputation nationally for service excellence, innovation, community involvement, collaboration, and having fun - all in the interest of being a "people first" (clients and team members) organization.

Said Philip V. Moyles, Jr., Managing Principal & CEO of Vanbridge, "I am very pleased to be joining the EPIC organization. I believe that Vanbridge will be able to leverage the EPIC platform to expand its business on behalf of Alternative Asset Managers. I have known John Hahn and Pete Garvey for a long time and they understand what it takes to drive value for this clientele. I look forward to working with them and the EPIC team."

Upon joining EPIC, the business will operate as Vanbridge - an EPIC Company. Vanbridge's leadership team will play vital, active roles within the larger, integrated EPIC organization. Phil Moyles has been appointed Executive Vice President and will report to Peter Garvey, CEO of EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants. Moyles will also become a member of EPIC's Executive Committee. He will continue to lead the Vanbridge operations as a part of EPIC.

Said Garvey, "The team at Vanbridge has established their business as the innovative specialist serving the sophisticated needs of the alternative asset management industry. Having known Phil well for some time, I'm confident his strong relationships, depth of knowledge, and leadership, combined with our own expanding capabilities, will propel EPIC to a leadership position within this important segment."

Added John Hahn, CEO of EPIC Holdings, "Phil and his team have built a unique set of programs, products and services for an increasingly important segment of the financial services industry. I've spent the majority of my career in the wholesale sector - working with both property & casualty insurance products and Broker General Agency life insurance products - and fully understand how important it is to respect and serve all distribution channels. Given EPIC's range of offerings in our Specialty Programs and Products group, we offer Vanbridge and their partners the perfect fit for and support of their distribution model with retail brokers."

Cozen O'Connor, LLP, led by partners Martin Schrier and Jess Alexander, served as EPIC's legal advisor. John Kraska of Dowling Hales and Michael Hasbland of Drinker Biddle, represented Vanbridge in the transaction.

About Vanbridge - an EPIC Company:

Vanbridge is an insurance intermediary and program management business that provides products and services at the intersection of the insurance, private equity and hedge fund industries. Vanbridge focuses on alternative asset management, corporate and individual high net worth clients; solving risk related issues utilizing insurance and alternative capital. Vanbridge's unique structuring and plan design techniques support various client objectives including cost reductions and enhancements to investment strategies that strengthen long-term financial performance. Information: https://www.vanbridge.com/.

In addition, as a life insurance, executive benefit and financial advisory wholesale distribution business, Vanbridge consults for advisors and agents around the country. Vanbridge serves the high net worth, family office, hedge fund, corporate, private equity, RIA, legal, accounting, broker dealer and insurance firms as an objective specialist providing sophisticated consulting services that create a strategic foundation for estate, personal, executive benefits, and business planning. This operation is headquartered in Boca Raton, Fla. Information: http://www.vbiservices.com/.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty insurance, Employee Benefits Consulting, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 30,000 clients.

With run rate revenues of more than $400 million, EPIC is now the 15th largest retail insurance broker in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country. For additional information, please visit: https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

Vanbridge, LLC, a specialty insurance intermediary, program management, and risk advisory services business, and EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, a unique and innovative national retail insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm, announced today that EPIC has acquired the assets, employees and operations of Vanbridge.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Prevail Reinsurance System selected by Tower Insurance as the leading edge technology solution to automate reinsurance administration

STAMFORD, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading insurance industry technology and professional services provider, today announced a contract with Tower Insurance to license the Prevail Reinsurance System (PRS) to support Tower's reinsurance operations. Under this new contract, Prevail will install PRS and deliver implementation and professional services.

"The Prevail Reinsurance System will allow us to automate and streamline a number of complex manual processes and tasks," says Jeff Wright, Chief Financial Officer, Tower Insurance. "Partnering with Prevail gives us access to leading edge technology that will help simplify and improve all aspects of how we manage our reinsurance program," he says. "It is one of the many changes that are driving our transformation into a company that challenges the traditional insurance market."

"We are honored to have been entrusted by Tower Insurance, as the provider of their reinsurance processing solution," said Nat Curiale, Principal and Global Operations Manager, Prevail Consulting. "We are committed to the success of this partnership and implementing PRS in support of Tower's reinsurance strategy and broader transformation agenda."

The Prevail Reinsurance System (PRS) fully automates the management of reinsurance data for insurance and reinsurance companies. It accepts premium and loss data from external systems, calculates ceded data, creates payables and receivables and statutory reports, and then returns this data to the original systems.

Built on state-of-the-art web technology, it can be accessed from anywhere in the world. It is a robust rules-based, table-driven product which provides immediate savings by significantly increasing efficiency, improving information access and reducing total cost of ownership.

About Tower:

Tower Insurance is undergoing a significant transformation, turning a 149 year old Kiwi company into one that challenges insurance industry norms and offers customers a genuine and different choice for insurance. For more information please refer to their website: https://www.tower.co.nz.

About Prevail:

Founded in 2000, Prevail Consulting, Inc. provides reliable and innovative technology services exclusively to the insurance industry. Prevail is clearly recognized by its clients for business expertise, commitment, and ability to deliver quality work products in a cost-effective manner.

In addition to the Prevail Reinsurance System (PRS), Prevail provides superior IT Consulting Services, on-site, off-site and off-shore, including application development, business analysis, data migration and integration, and insurance technology assessments. Prevail draws additional capability and flexibility from its subsidiary in India to support Prevail's U.S. based operations.

Learn more at: https://www.prevailconsulting.com/.

For more information, contact Dave Morales at: (203) 972-7449; or email: dmorales@prevailconsulting.com.

Prevail Consulting, Inc., a leading insurance industry technology and professional services provider, today announced a contract with Tower Insurance to license the Prevail Reinsurance System (PRS) to support Tower's reinsurance operations. Under this new contract, Prevail will install PRS and deliver implementation and professional services.

Related link: https://www.prevailconsulting.com/

Strategic Benefits Advisors Adds Lesley Posey to Its Benefits Consulting Team

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors (SBA) today announced the appointment of Lesley Posey to the position of benefits consultant. In this role, Posey will provide pension and retiree medical plan sponsors with a full array of actuarial and strategic advisory services, including administration services for defined benefit plans.

Posey joins SBA from Willis Towers Watson, where she was a consultant serving the firm's US Retirement line of business. Her career as a retirement actuary spans 30 years and several of the industry's largest firms; Posey worked nearly half of her career for Willis Towers Watson and two predecessors (Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt Worldwide). She also spent time with Buck Consultants and Ernst & Young and served as an in-house contractor for The Coca-Cola Company through outsourcing provider Pension Resource Group.

Posey's pension and retiree medical consulting expertise includes plan design, administration and forecasting; governmental filings and nondiscrimination testing; and plan operational reviews and troubleshooting (such as data and calculation remediation and lost participant resolution). She has served dozens of pension plan sponsors and administrators across a wide range of industries.

"Strategic Benefits Advisors, where experience runs deep and service is delivered with a personal touch, is a refreshing culture to be a part of," said Posey. "Having responsibility for not just plan valuation work but also plan administration is especially rewarding; I love helping plan sponsors solve their particularly challenging benefits issues and make sure their plans are operating as they should."

"Strategic Benefits Advisors is proud to have built one of the industry's most seasoned consulting teams. When it comes to recruiting new advisors, we look for the right mix of experience and passion - which we found in spades in Lesley," said SBA Co-Founder and Principal Mindy Zatto. "We are delighted to welcome her to SBA and know that our clients will benefit from her years of serving pension plan sponsors with excellence."

Posey is an Enrolled Actuary (EA) and an Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA). She officially joined SBA in April 2018 and is based in the company's Atlanta metro office. Posey holds a bachelor's degree in math and economics from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota.

About Strategic Benefits Advisors:

Strategic Benefits Advisors, Inc. (SBA) is an independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm focused on creatively and effectively solving complex benefits issues for clients ranging from 500 to over 250,000 employees. Founded in 2002 by veteran consultants Mindy Zatto and Andy Adams, SBA provides practical consulting recommendations and expert implementation of solutions for all types of employee benefits programs, including retirement, health and welfare, financial wellness and employee recognition.

With an average of over 20 years in the field, SBA's team of actuaries, consultants and systems specialists is among the most experienced in the industry.

For more information, visit http://www.sba-inc.com/.

Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors (SBA) today announced the appointment of Lesley Posey to the position of benefits consultant. In this role, Posey will provide pension and retiree medical plan sponsors with a full array of actuarial and strategic advisory services, including administration services for defined benefit plans.

Related link: http://www.sba-inc.com/

As Hurricane Florence Nears the US, Here’s What To Know About Travel Insurance Coverage

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- As one of the first major storms of the year looms over the East Coast, many travelers may be caught off guard if their vacations are impacted, according to TravelInsurance.com. But for those who purchased travel insurance already, many of their trip costs could be covered for travel interruptions or cancellations if directly impacted by Hurricane Florence.

"If you purchased a travel insurance plan with comprehensive trip cancellation coverage prior to a storm being named, in this case Hurricane Florence, your plan will most likely provide coverage for cancellations, delays or interruptions that could result directly from the hurricane," said Stan Sandberg, co-founder of TravelInsurance.com. "This can include if your destination is severely affected before your departure, or if you are currently in an affected area and are required to evacuate early."

While it's still unclear what path and strength Florence will ultimately follow, the storm is a good reminder that now is the time to purchase insurance for travel during this year's hurricane season, which runs through November.

For those who do, here are the steps TravelInsurance.com recommends travelers take once they know their trip will be affected:

* Review your policy. Take the time to review the policy and note the covered reasons listed in the plan's trip cancellation section. If it isn't listed there, it likely isn't covered. Write down your policy number and keep a list of important contact numbers provided in your plan, including for 24/7 global assistance, customer service, and claims.
* Make contact. Most travel insurance plans provide 24/7 global travel assistance; travelers should take advantage of it. Typically, the plans include a wide range of assistance services to help get through travel delays, rebookings, and even emergency medical evacuations. Many plans also include concierge services and business assistance services.
* Keep relevant documents. Depending on the specific issue encountered, certain documents for verification purposes will be required. It is very important to insist on these papers and keep them safe, as it might slow down or impact the claims process without them. During a storm, official documents from the airline in the case of a delay or cancellation may be needed. If unsure of what documents will be needed, call customer service or review the claims procedures listed in your travel insurance documents. Create a folder to save all of your travel receipts including airline tickets, hotel bookings or cruise tickets. Also, make sure you document any loss. Having well documented travel receipts and proof of loss will save you time and hassle, which means you are more likely to have your claim paid quickly.
* Submit claim. Filing a claim is mostly about paperwork, filling it out correctly and professionally. If you are unsure of anything, it's best to ask questions directly before submitting. Most insurance providers require you to file a claim within a specific period of time from the event of loss. Some insurance providers may offer a period of a few weeks, while others may offer a period of one month to file a claim.

"It can be disappointing when your planned travel is impacted by the weather, however when you have travel insurance, one of those disappointments doesn't have to be losing your hard-earned money," continued Sandberg. "This is the type of storm that travel insurance is designed for - to protect your investment if, and when, something unexpected occurs. But remember to purchase before the storm is named."

For those who did not purchase travel insurance, contact the airlines, hotels and any pre-paid activity organizers to determine what, if any, refund policies they have. Once a storm is named, unfortunately, it's too late to purchase travel insurance coverage, unless you purchase a plan with a Cancel For Any Reason upgrade.

For more information and travel tips, visit: https://www.TravelInsurance.com/.

About TravelInsurance.com:

TravelInsurance.com helps simplify the complicated world of travel insurance by providing consumers with the easiest way to compare and buy trip insurance coverage online. A member company of the U.S. Travel Insurance Association, owned and operated by DigiVentures Holdings, LLC, a licensed agency that works with some of the largest travel insurers in the industry. Purchases can be made directly through the website, with policies sent via email within minutes.

As one of the first major storms of 2018 looms over the East Coast, many travelers may be caught off guard if their vacations are impacted, according to TravelInsurance.com. But for those who purchased travel insurance already, many of their trip costs could be covered for travel interruptions or cancellations if directly impacted by Hurricane Florence.

Related link: https://www.travelinsurance.com/

Whiteflash Launches Next Generation Jewelry Care Plan

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Whiteflash Inc., specialists in ideal diamonds and fine jewelry, announced today an innovation in jewelry protection having just completed implementation of a ground-breaking program provided by JM Care Plan, Inc., a member of the Jewelers Mutual Group. The plan is the first to be rolled out by an e-commerce company and provides comprehensive jewelry care for three years from the date of purchase.

Benefits of the Whiteflash 3-Year Ultimate Care Plan include repairs and maintenance, ring sizing and refinishing, replacement of lost gemstones, and even includes free roundtrip insured shipping.

The low cost comprehensive plan can be purchased conveniently at the time of purchase through an integrated web interface in the Whiteflash shopping cart, automatically recording details of the purchase. The one-time fee is determined by the purchase price with all benefits guaranteed for a full three years.

A dedicated Ultimate Care Plan page on the Whiteflash website explains the program including examples of the many services that are provided at no cost under the plan. Learn more: https://www.whiteflash.com/confidence/three-year-ultimate-care/.

While not a replacement for a personal jewelry insurance policy, the Ultimate Care Plan provides peace of mind to consumers in the knowledge that a full range of issues resulting from wear and tear will be attended to promptly and professionally at no additional cost. The plan is superior to typical warranties covering defects in materials and workmanship which can have onerous stipulations and caveats that often result in disappointment when consumers learn their repairs do not qualify.

"We're thrilled to be working with Whiteflash to bring this exciting opportunity to their customers. Peace of mind for jewelry purchases is priceless. When damage happens, the last thing customers should worry about is how to repair or replace an item. It pays to have a set plan that helps customers purchase and protect their jewelry with confidence. The Ultimate Care Plan delivers," said Mark Devereaux, vice president of sales for Jewelers Mutual Group.

Whiteflash COO Eliezer Eber, who worked closely with JM Care Plan to develop and implement the program, had this to say, "As the first jewelry retailer certified for ISO 9000 we are dedicated to leading the jewelry industry through constant improvement and innovation. Being the first e-commerce retailer to offer this great program is another win for web savvy Whiteflash customers who understand and appreciate added value."

In the words of Whiteflash CEO Debi Wexler, "Providing maximum peace of mind and confidence in the purchase has always been our top priority. We do that by providing quality products, extensive information, and expert consultation. Being able to offer the Ultimate Care Plan is a wonderful extension of that philosophy."

The Ultimate Care Plan is the first such comprehensive care plan provided by a trusted industry name, to be made available for internet purchases of fine jewelry by an e-commerce focused retailer.

About Whiteflash:

Whiteflash is a top tier retail jeweler specializing in Ideal Diamonds, Designer Engagement Rings and Fine Bridal Jewelry. Their A CUT ABOVE(R) Super Ideal Diamonds are considered by trade experts and diamond connoisseurs to be among the finest in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient, secure and information rich environment.

Whiteflash is the first jewelry retailer in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management and welcomes visitors to their Houston jewelry store located in Sugar Land Town Square.

Whiteflash is a member of the American Gem Society and recipient of an unbroken string of Better Business Bureau Awards of Distinction including the BBB 2018 Pinnacle Award.

For more information, log onto https://www.whiteflash.com/ or call toll free 877-612-6770

About Jewelers Mutual Group:

The Jewelers Mutual Group companies, which are dedicated solely to serving the jewelry industry in the United States and Canada, began in 1913 when a group of Wisconsin jewelers came together to meet their unique insurance needs. Today, the Group's companies remain the trusted insurance advisor and loss-prevention expert for jewelry retailers large and small, wholesalers, manufacturers, custom designers, and appraisers-and for consumers who protect their personal jewelry and the special moments it represents. To learn more, visit http://jmcareplan.com/.

Whiteflash Inc., specialists in ideal diamonds and fine jewelry, announced today an innovation in jewelry protection having just completed implementation of a ground-breaking program provided by JM Care Plan, Inc., a member of the Jewelers Mutual Group. The plan is the first to be rolled out by an e-commerce company and provides comprehensive jewelry care for three years from the date of purchase.

Related link: https://www.whiteflash.com/

EPIC Insurance Brokers Honored by American Heart Association for Workplace Health Achievement

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that EPIC's Houston office and New York-based Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company have received Bronze level recognitions in the American Heart Association's Workplace Health Achievement Index. This is Frenkel's 11th recognition and both offices were acknowledged for taking significant steps to build a culture of health in the workplace.

"At EPIC, we are committed to building a workplace culture that promotes a healthy lifestyle for our employees, so it's an honor to be recognized for that effort," said John Hahn, CEO of EPIC. "We truly believe that a healthy employee is a happy, engaged, and productive employee. We place a strong emphasis on promoting health and wellness in the workplace to increase productivity, boost morale, reduce stress and increase our connectivity with the community."

The American Heart Association created the Index with its CEO Roundtable members, a leadership collaborative of more than 40 CEOs from some of America's largest companies who are committed to applying evidence-based approaches to improve their employees' overall health. The Index uses science-based best practices to evaluate the overall quality and comprehensiveness of their workplace health programs. A unique feature of the Index is that it calculates an average heart health score for employees of participating companies that securely submit aggregate health data.

More than 1,000 companies completed the Index assessment this year and, of those companies, 75 percent received either Gold, Silver or Bronze recognition. Companies receive benchmarking reports, which allow them to identify potential areas of improvement so that they can advance their annual performance and recognition in the Index and help their workforce move toward ideal heart health.

Click here to see the complete Index: https://www.heart.org/-/media/files/professional/workplace-health/2018-index-recognitions-v2.pdf

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

About the American Heart Association:

The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke - the two leading causes of death in the world. We team with millions of volunteers to fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies and provide lifesaving tools and information to prevent and treat these diseases. The Dallas-based association is the nation's oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke.

To learn more or to get involved, call 1-800-AHA-USA1, visit https://www.heart.org/ or call any of our offices around the country.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that EPIC's Houston office and New York-based Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company have received Bronze level recognitions in the American Heart Association's Workplace Health Achievement Index.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Recognized Among Inc. Magazine’s 37th Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it has been ranked No. 2746 on Inc. Magazine's 37th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.

The Inc. list represents a "who's who" of the country's most thriving companies. This year, EPIC was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Hall of Fame member, honored as such for its 5th year of fastest growing private company recognition. To make the list again this year, EPIC generated three-year growth of 151 percent, pushing total 2017 year-end revenue to $386.5 million.

"We are honored and proud to be included in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in America for a fifth year," said John Hahn, CEO of EPIC. "We are focused on providing innovative solutions and significant value to our clients, and we have combined that with a unique 'people first' culture that continues to attract and retain the best talent in the industry. This continues to be a recipe for success and strong organic growth."

Not only have the companies on the 2018 Inc. 5000 been very competitive within their markets, but the list as a whole shows staggering growth compared with prior lists. The 2018 Inc. 5000 achieved an astounding three-year average growth of 538.2 percent. The Inc. 5000's aggregate revenue was $206.1 billion in 2017, accounting for 664,095 jobs over the past three years.

"If your company is on the Inc. 5000, it's unparalleled recognition of your years of hard work and sacrifice," says Inc. editor in chief James Ledbetter. "The lines of business may come and go, or come and stay. What doesn't change is the way entrepreneurs create and accelerate the forces that shape our lives."

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at https://www.inc.com/inc5000/index.html.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it has been ranked No. 2746 on Inc. Magazine's 37th annual Inc. 5000 for 2018, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

The ACEC Business Insurance Trust Announces Leadership Changes and New Trustee Appointments

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The American Council of Engineering Companies Business Insurance Trust (BIT) and Greyling/EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants announced today leadership changes within the Trust as well as new Trustee appointments. Current Trustees Robin S. Greenleaf, P.E., LEED AP, Robert A. Overfield, P.E., and Michael D. Klingner, P.E. have assumed new leadership roles for the ACEC BIT. Robin will serve as Chair of the BIT Trustees, Robert as Vice Chair, and Michael as Treasurer. Former Chair Gary Loesch, P.E., DEE, will remain involved with the Trust as Trustee Emeritus.

Additionally, Armando Ramos, P.E., LEED AP and Richard Humann, P.E., have been appointed Trustees for the ACEC BIT. "We are very pleased to welcome new Trustees Armando and Rich. With their extensive experience in managing engineering firms in California and the northeastern US, they bring a balanced perspective to the Trust and a thorough understanding of the risks and challenges facing engineering firms today," said Robin.

Armando Ramos is President of Ramos CS, a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm specializing in engineering, program, and construction management. Mr. Ramos has over 22 years of experience working on large-scale transit and transportation systems, international airport expansions, and federal and municipal facilities.

Mr. Ramos started his career as a Structural Engineer, where he was responsible for the design of several federal facilities and structures, including the Metro Gold Line underground tunnels and bridges in the Los Angeles area. Armando has held many ACEC leadership roles, with his most recent being ACEC Los Angeles President (2018-2019).

Mr. Richard Humann is Chairman, President, and CEO of H2M architects + engineers; H2M Associates, Inc.; and H2M Architects & Engineers, Inc., where he first started as an engineering intern in 1987. Rich became the CEO in 2013, and since been responsible for the overall performance of the firm, driving the corporate mission, vision, and values of the firm to create a working environment that promotes growth, engagement, and positive culture. "Building sustainable communities since 1933" is H2M's mission, marshalled by Rich in how he motivates and encourages all employees to make sustainable design the foundation of the firm. Rich sits on several charitable, business, and academic boards, including the Engineering Advisory Boards at Stony Brook University and the New York Institute of Technology, and the Corporate Advisory Board of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

The ACEC BIT is responsible for providing quality business insurance responsive to engineering firms' unique needs, delivering exceptional service to ACEC members, and offering valuable and relevant member benefits. The Trustees strive to meet and exceed member firms' expectations and are committed to helping the Program keep pace with changes in the profession.

For additional information regarding the ACEC BIT Program, please contact Jeff Connelly at Greyling/EPIC (833-223-2248 or jeff.connelly@greyling.com) or any of the following BIT Trustees:

Robin S. Greenleaf, P.E., LEED AP, F.ACEC
Phone: 617.542.0810
Email: rgreenleaf@arcengrs.com

Robert A. Overfield, P.E.
Phone: 307.587.4911
Email: robertov@eaengineers.com

Michael D. Klingner, P.E.
Phone: 217.223.3670
Email: mdk@klingner.com

Doris I. Willmer, P.E., LEED AP, F.ACEC
Phone: 770.939.9904
Email: dwillmer@willmerengineering.com

Rachel Hayden, P.E.
Phone: 214.753.8100
Email: Rachel@haydenconsultants.com

Armando Ramos, P.E., LEED AP
Phone: 626.993.6786
Email: aramos@ramoscs.com

Richard Humann, P.E.
Phone: 631.756.8000
Email: rhumann@h2m.com

Marc Alper, P.E., S.E., F.ACEC
Phone: 314.432.8600
Email: marc.alper@alperaudi.com

Gary E. Loesch, P.E. DEE
Phone: 631.756.8000, ext. 1140
Email: gloesch@h2m.com

About EPIC:
EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty, and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

The American Council of Engineering Companies Business Insurance Trust (BIT) and Greyling/EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants announced today leadership changes within the Trust as well as new Trustee appointments. Current Trustees Robin S. Greenleaf, P.E., LEED AP, Robert A. Overfield, P.E., and Michael D. Klingner, P.E. have assumed new leadership roles for the ACEC BIT.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Anthony Craig Morelos in Austin TX

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Craig Morelos has joined the firm's Property and Casualty practice as a Principal, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal and Director Southwest Region, KJ Wagner.

Morelos will be responsible for new business development, the design, placement and management of property/casualty and workers' compensation insurance programs; and providing risk management strategies and solutions for mid-market and large clients across a range of industries.

Morelos joins EPIC from USI Insurance Services in Austin, Texas, where he was Vice President, Property & Casualty. Previously, Morelos also held positions with Dean & Draper Insurance Agency.

"We are excited to further expand EPIC's property casualty operations in the Southwest region with Craig's addition," said KJ Wagner. "He brings a strong risk management background that will support our clients and our organization as a whole. Craig will be a terrific addition as we continue to build and strengthen our exceptional EPIC team in the Southwest and across the country."

Morelos attended Southwest Texas State University where he studied Business Administration and Management. He is a member of the Associated General Contractors of America Association.

Craig Morelos can be reached at craig.morelos@epicbrokers.com or 281-224-8900.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Craig Morelos has joined the firm's Property and Casualty practice as a Principal, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal and Director Southwest Region, KJ Wagner.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Sam Siddons in Austin Texas

AUSTIN, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- PIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that Sam Siddons has joined the firm's Property & Casualty practice as a Principal, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal and Director Southwest Region, KJ Wagner.

Siddons will be responsible for new business development, the design, placement and management of property/casualty insurance programs; and providing risk management strategies and solutions for mid-market and large clients across a range of industries. His primary area of focus is in construction and commercial real estate.

Siddons joins EPIC from USI Insurance Services in Austin, Texas, where he was a Sales Executive. Previously, Siddons held positions with Frank Siddons Insurance Agency in Austin, Texas.

"We are thrilled to continue the growth of our Property Casualty Practice in the Southwest region with Sam's addition," said KJ Wagner. "He brings a strong risk management background in commercial real estate and construction that will support our clients and our organization as a whole. Sam will be a terrific addition to the EPIC Property Casualty team."

Siddons attended New Mexico Military Institute and Texas Tech University.

Sam Siddons can be reached at sam.siddons@epicbrokers.com or 512-751-1721.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants ('EPIC') announced today that Sam Siddons has joined the firm's Property & Casualty practice as a Principal, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal and Director Southwest Region, KJ Wagner.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Jeremiah Glassford, JD in Birmingham, Alabama

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that attorney Jeremiah Glassford has joined the firm's Birmingham-based National Energy Construction practice as a Senior Client Executive, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal Crawford McInnis.

Glassford will be involved in all aspects of new business development, risk management and client retention, including needs assessment and exposure identification; risk management and insurance program audits; program design and placement; ongoing client management; program stewardship; and resource and vendor management.

Glassford joins EPIC from Birmingham-based law firm Balch & Bingham where he was a commercial litigator. In that capacity, Glassford represented clients throughout the country, ranging from private equity investors and public utilities to product manufacturers and insurance companies, in commercial litigation involving contract disputes, insurance coverage issues, business torts and unfair competition, financial services, products liability, intellectual property and trade secrets, class actions, and health care issues.

Glassford has also served in the U.S. Army since 1999, including three tours of duty in Afghanistan and Iraq and with extensive leadership and risk management/safety training. He currently serves on the U.S. Army Reserve's Regional Emergency Preparedness Liaison Officer Team for Federal Emergency Management Agency Region IV, where he coordinates Department of Defense military assistance to other federal agencies, state governments, and civilian authorities during large-scale disaster response operations.

"We are excited to further enhance EPIC's operations in Birmingham and the Southeast Region with the addition of Jeremiah," said Crawford McInnis. "His litigation-focused legal background and experience as a senior troop leader in high-risk combat zones and disaster responses give him a unique perspective to identify and successfully manage risks, particularly those that are contractual in nature, as well as problem solve for our clients.

"Jeremiah will be a terrific addition as we continue to build and strengthen our EPIC team here in Birmingham and across the country."

Glassford earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, before obtaining his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Alabama School of Law, with magna cum laude honors.

Jeremiah Glassford can be reached at jeremiah.glassford@epicbrokers.com or 205-581-3352.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants (EPIC) today announced that attorney Jeremiah Glassford has joined the firm's Birmingham-based National Energy Construction practice as a Senior Client Executive, reporting to EPIC Managing Principal Crawford McInnis.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/

Cloudvirga Adds Digital Mortgage Integration with Leading Mortgage Insurance Provider Radian

IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Cloudvirga(TM), a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale (POS) software whose enterprise technology is powered by the intelligent Mortgage Platform(R), has partnered with Radian Guaranty, a subsidiary of Radian Group (NYSE: RDN), to deliver instant and accurate mortgage insurance (MI) rate quotes and streamline the ordering of MI certificates for lenders.

"Radian's partnership with Cloudvirga is a testament of our commitment to making it easier for our customers to do with business with us," said Brien McMahon, chief franchise officer, Radian. "With this integration, customers can obtain accurate Radian MI rate quotes with greater speed and efficiency and continue to focus on their business."

The advanced integration with Cloudvirga delivers Radian's precise MI pricing in seconds, without the need for lenders to rekey data or leave Cloudvirga's Consumer POS or Enterprise POS systems.

"Our focus is on helping lenders perfect the process of manufacturing loans, so they can turn applicants into homeowners faster and more cost-efficiently than ever before," said Kyle Kamrooz, co-founder of Cloudvirga. "We're proud to partner with Radian to deliver the most precise loan calculations available in the market."

About Cloudvirga(TM):

Cloudvirga's digital mortgage point-of-sale (POS) software, powered by the intelligent Mortgage Platform(R), uniquely combines a world-class borrower experience with a truly automated lender workflow that radically cuts overall loan costs, increases transparency and reduces the time to close a loan. Founded by top fintech veterans with a track record of building successful mortgage technologies, Cloudvirga's customer base includes eight of the top 40 non-bank mortgage originators. To date, Cloudvirga has raised over $77 million from some of the country's top lenders and private-equity firms.

For more information, visit http://www.cloudvirga.com or follow Cloudvirga on LinkedIn.

About Radian:

Radian Group Inc. (NYSE: RDN), headquartered in Philadelphia, provides private mortgage insurance, risk management products and real estate services to financial institutions. Radian offers mortgage insurance through its principal mortgage insurance subsidiary, Radian Guaranty Inc. This private mortgage insurance helps protect lenders from default-related losses, facilitates the sale of low-downpayment mortgages in the secondary market and enables homebuyers to purchase homes more quickly with downpayments less than 20 percent.

Additional information may be found at http://www.radian.biz.

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@Cloudvirga @RadianMI #digitalmortgage

Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale (POS) software whose enterprise technology is powered by the intelligent Mortgage Platform(R), has partnered with Radian Guaranty, a subsidiary of Radian Group (NYSE: RDN), to deliver instant and accurate mortgage insurance (MI) rate quotes and streamline the ordering of MI certificates for lenders.

Related link: http://www.cloudvirga.com/