People & Places

William Gallagher Assocs. (WGA) announced the promotion of Jennifer Sharkey to executive vice president. As the leader of the firm's ExecutiveRisk Practice, Ms. Sharkey is responsible for the strategic leadership of the practice, overseeing the firm's relationships and performance with clients and insurers.

David Eslick, chairman and CEO of Marsh & McLennan Agency, was elected the 2015 secretary of The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers.

OceanPoint Insurance Agency added Christine Porter as the director of sales. Ms. Porter will oversee the sales management of all OceanPoint Insurance Agency products.

InVEST announced Bruce Winterburn joined the program's board of directors, bringing more than 20 years of software experience with the insurance industry to the table.

New Programs

AllRisks Ltd. introduced a new “A” rated carrier to its Assisted Living Facilities Program. Products are available nationwide through AllRisks' National Specialty Program unit, which targets small to mid-sized assisted living facilities.

Starr Cos. launched its cyber insurance offering, Security & Privacy Risk Response, which comprises coverage for both first and third party costs, including network security and privacy liability, data breach notification and credit monitoring, forensics, data recovery and repair, extortion threats and more.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Hub International Atlantic Ltd. acquired a book of auto dealer businesses from independent broker, Alliance Assurane Inc.

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Around the Industry: October 21, 2014

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