DeRidder, LA – AMERISAFE, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMSF) recently announced that Sean Traynor has been elected to the Company’s Board of Directors effective March 1, 2020. Jared A. Morris, the Chairman of AMERISAFE, said, “The Board is pleased that Sean accepted our invitation to serve on the AMERISAFE Board. We believe that his background, experience and… [Read more]
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Primary Care Physician Joins Ohio BWC as Chief Medical Officer
Columbus, OH – The Ohio BWC recently announced that a primary care physician has joined the agency as chief medical officer. Dr. Bradley J. Lewis, a family practice physician from Groveport, will oversee all medical components of BWC and direct medical policy. “Dr. Lewis has had an impressive career as a physician, and I welcome… [Read more]
Liberty Mutual Board of Directors Appoints Edward Peña as Senior VP and Treasurer
Boston, MA – The Board of Directors of Liberty Mutual Insurance today announced that Edward Peña has been appointed Senior Vice President and Treasurer. Laurance H.S. Yahia, who served as Senior Vice President and Treasurer since 2003, announced his retirement, which is effective April 3, 2020. “Ed is a proven leader with the expertise, influence… [Read more]
Carisk Partners Appoints Kevin Mahoney as President and Chief Operating Officer
Miami, FL – Carisk Partners recently announced the promotion of Kevin Mahoney to president and chief operating officer, effective immediately. Kevin will report to Carisk CEO Joseph Berardo, Jr. The addition of the President title is indicative of Kevin’s broad knowledge, influence and impact across all of Carisk’s lines of business. “Kevin continues to demonstrate… [Read more]
Accident Fund Names Anderson Insurance Associates Agency of the Year
Lansing, MI – Accident Fund Insurance Company of America recently recognized Anderson Insurance Associates as its 2019 Agency of the Year. “Anderson Insurance Associates has been an outstanding partner, showing an incredible commitment and dedication to delivering our products and demonstrating our value to the customer,” said Al Gileczek, president of Accident Fund and CompWest.… [Read more]
Kids’ Chance of America Announces Ken Martino as President-Elect
Philadelphia, PA – Kids’ Chance of America (KCOA) recently announced that its president-elect is Ken Martino, President of MedRisk. The national nonprofit supports 47 state organizations all of which provide scholarships to children of workers who have been seriously or fatally injured on the job. Ken has served on the national board for more than… [Read more]
Carol Sipe Promoted to Senior VP within Great American Property & Casualty Group
Cincinnati, OH – Great American Insurance Group recently announced the promotion of Carol Sipe to Senior Vice President within its Property & Casualty Group. Since 2009, Carol has served as President of Summit, a provider of workers’ compensation insurance coverage in the southeastern United States. She has held a variety of roles within Summit, including… [Read more]
Amerisure Names New Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Farmington Hills, MI – Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is pleased to announce the retirement of Kurt Gallinger, current vice president and general counsel. He is retiring after 14 years of service with Amerisure. Upon his retirement, Shannon Anderson Alt is promoted to vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary. “Shannon and Kurt have worked closely… [Read more]
Mike Hessling Promoted to CEO of Gallagher Bassett North America
Itasca, IL – Gallagher Bassett recently announced the promotion of Mike Hessling to the role of CEO, North America. The position was effective immediately and reports directly to Gallagher Bassett Global CEO, Scott Hudson. When asked about the newly created role to lead North America, Mr. Hudson stated, “Mike has been a leader with GB… [Read more]
Erie Insurance Appoints Amanda Burgess to Vice President Role
Erie, PA -(PRNewswire)- Amanda Burgess has accepted the position of vice president, Continuous Improvement at Erie Insurance effective March 26. Burgess has been serving in this capacity under her previous title of Vice President, Workers’ Compensation and Medical Management. Burgess joined Erie Insurance in 2003 as a Nurse Case Coordinator. In 2010, Burgess held her… [Read more]