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By 2050, nearly half -- 47.2 percent -- of the country's population will be minorities. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau). And as a result, minority business enterprises are a rapidly growing segment of
The Florida Association of Insurance Agents will hold their 102nd Anniversary Convention & Education Symposium June 15-17 at the Walt Disney World Contemporary Resort in Orlando. Long established as
The pessimists would call it irony; the optimists, forward-thinking. Whatever the label, the fact that the Task Force on Long-Term Solutions for Florida's Hurricane Insurance Market held its
The Florida Association of Insurance Agents' Big I days will always draw the golfers. And carriers will forever host advisory councils and roundtable retreats at luxury hotspots such as South Seas
Defying the trends of mega-agencies and the odds against new small businesses, two of Florida's longtime insurance professionals have joined forces to open a "boutique" agency in Bonifay. Brenda
Living in a hotel or apartment where all of your homeowner worries are someone else's problem is a fun daydream, especially when the air conditioner starts putting out hot air in August or the
Living in a hotel or apartment where all of your homeowner worries are someone else's problem is a fun daydream, especially when the air conditioner starts putting out hot air in August or the
In 2005, Florida and the nation were awash in hurricanes. The National Hurricane Center ran out of names and resorted to the Greek alphabet for the first time. Nightly newscasts extended the
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The mid-market life insurance segment holds tremendous potential, with 39% of consumers planning to buy life insurance in the next year (1). This white paper explores the unique opportunities for you to scale your mid-market segment and drive sustainable growth.
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Traditional roof risk assessment falls short. Ballooning combined ratios demand better methods. This guide reveals how AI and new data sources provide significant lift over traditional models for hail and wind risk.
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Recovering funds from at-fault parties in auto claims is crucial for insurers, yet subrogation challenges like incomplete data and manual processes slow the process. This guide reveals how claims professionals can streamline subrogation, reduce administrative costs, and maximize recoveries with a more efficient approach. Get the insights you need to speed up claims resolution and improve financial outcomes.
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Rising customer expectations, more restrictive regulations, and increased competition are pushing insurers to modernize information management to boost productivity and efficiency. Discover how Intelligent Information Management (IIM) transforms insurance operations--addressing key challenges and delivering measurable ROI by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences.
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Digital media fraud is evolving fast--can your fraud detection strategies keep up? With AI-powered tools making it easier than ever to manipulate claims evidence, insurers must stay ahead of fraudsters. Download this guide to explore the latest digital media fraud tactics that are affecting the industry.
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Rain-related business disruptions can be costly for your clients. Parametric hourly rain insurance offers a proactive approach to mitigate financial losses from weather conditions. This data-driven solution delivers fast, automated payouts when rainfall thresholds are met, ensuring your clients are protected when they need it most.
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Addressing P&C claims challenges is essential for controlling costs and retaining satisfied customers. Learn how ambitious insurers are leveraging automation to overcome data integration challenges, outdated fraud models, and legacy systems.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Hurricane-related financial risks can leave businesses vulnerable due to gaps found in traditional insurance policies. Parametric hurricane insurance provides a proactive solution for your clients to recover from hurricane-related financial losses quickly. Learn how this innovative coverage model offers transparent payouts based on measurable storm conditions--helping your clients bridge critical financial gaps when they need it most.
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Discover how insurers can detect fraudulent claims faster, enhance accuracy, and streamline claims operations.
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Avoid Costly Setbacks, Stay on Schedule, and Maximize ROI
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The MGA market is more competitive than ever. With new entrants leveraging digital tools and shifting market dynamics, staying ahead requires strategic adaptation. Discover how to refine your approach, embrace innovation, and outperform the competition in 2025.
Download ResourceFrom RPS | Risk Placement Services
The workers’ compensation market is shifting as wage growth, medical inflation, and regulatory changes reshape the landscape. Understanding these trends is essential for staying competitive. Download the latest market outlook to gain expert insights into key industry shifts, risk factors, and opportunities that could impact your strategy in 2025.
Download ResourceFrom TruStage
The mid-market life insurance segment holds tremendous potential, with 39% of consumers planning to buy life insurance in the next year (1). This white paper explores the unique opportunities for you to scale your mid-market segment and drive sustainable growth.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Traditional roof risk assessment falls short. Ballooning combined ratios demand better methods. This guide reveals how AI and new data sources provide significant lift over traditional models for hail and wind risk.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Recovering funds from at-fault parties in auto claims is crucial for insurers, yet subrogation challenges like incomplete data and manual processes slow the process. This guide reveals how claims professionals can streamline subrogation, reduce administrative costs, and maximize recoveries with a more efficient approach. Get the insights you need to speed up claims resolution and improve financial outcomes.
Download ResourceFrom Laserfiche
Rising customer expectations, more restrictive regulations, and increased competition are pushing insurers to modernize information management to boost productivity and efficiency. Discover how Intelligent Information Management (IIM) transforms insurance operations--addressing key challenges and delivering measurable ROI by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Digital media fraud is evolving fast--can your fraud detection strategies keep up? With AI-powered tools making it easier than ever to manipulate claims evidence, insurers must stay ahead of fraudsters. Download this guide to explore the latest digital media fraud tactics that are affecting the industry.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Rain-related business disruptions can be costly for your clients. Parametric hourly rain insurance offers a proactive approach to mitigate financial losses from weather conditions. This data-driven solution delivers fast, automated payouts when rainfall thresholds are met, ensuring your clients are protected when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom EIS
Addressing P&C claims challenges is essential for controlling costs and retaining satisfied customers. Learn how ambitious insurers are leveraging automation to overcome data integration challenges, outdated fraud models, and legacy systems.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Hurricane-related financial risks can leave businesses vulnerable due to gaps found in traditional insurance policies. Parametric hurricane insurance provides a proactive solution for your clients to recover from hurricane-related financial losses quickly. Learn how this innovative coverage model offers transparent payouts based on measurable storm conditions--helping your clients bridge critical financial gaps when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom EIS
Discover how insurers can detect fraudulent claims faster, enhance accuracy, and streamline claims operations.
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
Avoid Costly Setbacks, Stay on Schedule, and Maximize ROI
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
The MGA market is more competitive than ever. With new entrants leveraging digital tools and shifting market dynamics, staying ahead requires strategic adaptation. Discover how to refine your approach, embrace innovation, and outperform the competition in 2025.
Download ResourceFrom RPS | Risk Placement Services
The workers’ compensation market is shifting as wage growth, medical inflation, and regulatory changes reshape the landscape. Understanding these trends is essential for staying competitive. Download the latest market outlook to gain expert insights into key industry shifts, risk factors, and opportunities that could impact your strategy in 2025.
Download ResourceFrom TruStage
The mid-market life insurance segment holds tremendous potential, with 39% of consumers planning to buy life insurance in the next year (1). This white paper explores the unique opportunities for you to scale your mid-market segment and drive sustainable growth.
Download Resource