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Boston-based General Indemnity Group to Join CopperPoint in Surety Expansion Deal

May 18, 2026 by AC Editor

CopperPoint Insurance Companies and General Indemnity Group logos following acquisition announcement

CopperPoint Insurance will acquire Boston-based General Indemnity Group, adding nationwide commercial and contract surety capabilities to its specialty insurance platform.

Auto Insurance Shopping Active As Rate Filings Turn Negative

May 18, 2026 by Owen Gallagher

TransUnion Q2 2026 report cover with a blue car, city skyline, house model, and charts; headline: Auto Shopping Remains Elevated As Rate Filings Turn Negative.

TransUnion says auto insurance shopping remained elevated in early 2026 as rate filings turned negative and competition intensified.

InsurOp-Ed: The Next Chapter for Independent Insurance Agencies

May 18, 2026 by AC Contributor

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Independent insurance agencies face rising costs and tech demands. Strategic partnerships offer support while preserving independence and client relationships.

BayCoast Insurance Renews Prestigious Five Star Agency Designation

May 13, 2026 by AC Editor

BayCoast Insurance recognized as a MAIA Five Star Agency for operational excellence and customer service

BayCoast Insurance renews MAIA Five Star Agency designation, reflecting sustained excellence in operations, customer service, and agency performance.

New ACORD Coalition Formed To Focus on Advancing Insurance Data Standards to Help Agents & Brokers

May 11, 2026 by AC Editor

ACORD logo with business handshake and digital network icons representing collaboration and insurance data standards across P&C distribution.

ACORD partners with AUGIE, CIAB, CSIO, IIABA/ACT, PIA, and WSIA to advance digital communication and data standards for P&C agents and brokers.

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Jeffrey C. Johnston Named NAIC Chief Executive Officer 

Patriot Growth Insurance Services appoints Chi Vo as Senior Vice President of Operations to lead agency integration and growth strategy

Chi Vo Joins Patriot Growth Insurance Services as Senior Vice President of Operations

Arbella Insurance leadership transition Bob Bizak retirement Andrew O’Donoghue promotion

Arbella Insurance Group Announces Retirement of Bob Bizak, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing 

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King Risk Partners Announces Addition of Michael Christian to Its Board of Directors

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Talking with Richard Welch: Growth and Innovation at Hospitality Mutual

Mr. Welch is CEO of Massachusetts-based Hospitality Insurance Group

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A Conversation with Daniel C. Bridge – The 2023 Insurance Professional of the Year

Daniel Bridge is Board Chair, President, and CEO of Vermont Mutual Insurance Group

Making The Leap From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Nadeen Vella On Building NaVella Insurance From Scratch

Making The Leap From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Nadeen Vella On Building NaVella Insurance From Scratch

Our latest Agency Interview is with Nadeen Vella, the founder and owner of a virtual scratch independent agency.

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In Memoriam

Eric Cioppa was Maine's Superintendent of Insurance from 2011 until 2022.

In Memoriam: Eric Cioppa, 1958-2026

In Memoriam: David H. Knight, 1936-2026

In Memoriam: David H. Knight, 1936-2026

In Memoriam: Saul F. Feingold, 1932-2026

In Memoriam: Saul F. Feingold, 1932-2026

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