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The days of having to make a reservation way ahead of time to get into a well-known fine-dining establishment have returned. Bar seats at many restaurants are now occupied, and families and friends are enjoying nights out at their favorite…

The insurance industry offers business leaders, insurance agents, sales producers security and stability, an opportunity to earn a great living, and the ability to learn about – and get involved with – diverse industry sectors. At the same time, it’s…

When the pandemic hit in March 2020, it seemed like everything came to a standstill including productions on movies, television shows, and commercials. Broadway also hit the pause button. In 2020, the number of original scripted TV shows across broadcast,…

The pandemic illustrated that, for many businesses, their operations can continue to run smoothly with people working remotely. This was particularly true for the insurance industry, which was able to pivot during the mandatory lockdown and, for the most part,…

E-Sign Capabilities Bring Efficiencies and More to Your Agency, Brokerage Electronic signatures, or e-signatures, are a fast and legally binding way to approve electronic documents without having to print, scan, or mail (via post) anything. An electronic signature is essentially…

Event Insurance Protects When the Best Day Turns into the Worst For years afterward, Angela and Dev’s wedding was called “the one where the couple got hitched, the bride got stitched, and the guests’ stomachs pitched.” When the two decided…

When explaining a Workers’ Comp insurance program and how the premium is determined, once an insurance agent begins reviewing the experience modification factor (ex-mod), often you’ll recognize a familiar gaze that comes over a client’s face. This is especially true…

The Benefits of Big Data to the Insurance Industry and Insurance Programs The insurance industry has always been driven by data, and today increasingly so with the availability of more data. Using aptly named “big data,” the industry is in…

Some business owners may think branding is only for behemoth companies and doesn’t necessarily apply to them. It doesn’t matter whether you are catering to a local or niche market, are an insurance MGA, or a large brokerage with a…

There are several factors that go into determining commercial insurance premiums for businesses to protect against lawsuits, property damage, accidents, and other events and hazards that may arise. The following are four factors used to calculate how much business insurance…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are transforming the insurance industry in a number of critical ways. AI is a branch of computer science that develops machines to mimic human intelligence and solve problems faster and more accurately than…

Insurtech is the application of technological innovations specifically designed to improve the efficiency of today’s insurance model. Insurtech solutions enable products to be priced more competitively by utilizing technologies such as AI and data analytics. These solutions are being widely…

The restaurant industry, because of the pandemic, has faced some of its greatest challenges over the last two years. Throughout most of 2020 and into early 2021, the industry made some significant changes and expenditures to keep operations open amid…

Buildings and construction are responsible for 39% of carbon emissions globally, according to the World Green Building Council. Operational emissions (from energy used to heat, cool and light buildings) accounts for 28% while 11% comes from embodied carbon emissions, or…

In today’s fast-paced, hyper-competitive commercial insurance environment, market access to tailored programs for specialty niches supported by a streamlined online submission-quote-bind-policy issuance platform is critical in driving greater growth for brokers. Our commitment at Insurance MGA Integrated Specialty Coverages, LLC…

Most firms after nearly two years of managing the fallout from the pandemic felt that, by 2022, we would return to “business as usual.” Some, including insurance agents and the property and casualty industry in general, made plans for their…

The ongoing supply chain disruption combined with a severe labor shortage of truck drivers has the industry making moves with ne trucking programs to get more individuals behind the wheel. The industry needs 80,000 truckers to help alleviate supply chain…

The Year Ahead in Building Trends With stricter safety regulations, rising building material costs, shifting consumer demands, and other factors, it’s critical for builders to stay current on industry trends to remain competitive. We’ve put together several of the top…

What’s on the Reading List for Business Leaders? While business leaders have plenty on their plate, most carve out the time to read memoirs, interviews, and nonfiction books to discover the different perspectives and journeys of other C-suite professionals, entrepreneurs,…

Outlook for the Residential Construction Sector On the heels of the pandemic, residential construction activity spiked in mid-2020 and throughout 2021 in a quest by consumers for more living and outdoor space. However, at the same time, there have been…

Outlook for the Residential Construction Sector On the heels of the pandemic, residential construction activity spiked in mid-2020 and throughout 2021 in a quest by consumers for more living and outdoor space. However, at the same time, there have been…