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In Memoriam Massagents

In Memoriam: James P. Daley, 1959-2026

October 26, 2026 by Agency Checklists News Desk

A longtime member of the Massachusetts insurance industry, Mr. Daley was 66.

In Memoriam: Richard Sias, 1946-2026

October 19, 2026 by Agency Checklists News Desk

Massachusetts Insurance Agency Owner Spent 47 Years in the Industry

In Memoriam: Stephen Joel Paris, 1938-2026

September 29, 2026 by Agency Checklists News Desk

Stephen Joel Paris, a prominent Boston attorney, longtime insurance industry leader, and dedicated supporter of The Insurance Library of Boston, died September 25, 2026, at age 87.

In Memoriam: Jean E. Petersen, 1939-2026

August 31, 2026 by Agency Checklists News Desk

Jean E. Petersen worked more than 30 years at Kirby Insurance Agency in Whitman, Massachusetts.

Jean E. Petersen, a longtime employee of Kirby Insurance Agency in Whitman, died Aug. 26 at age 86 after more than 30 years serving the community.

In Memoriam: Gordon Elliott Taylor

July 6, 2026 by Agency Checklists News Desk

Gordon Elliott Taylor, longtime owner of the Blackmer Insurance Agency in Shelburne, Massachusetts, who served the local insurance community for decades.

Gordon Taylor, longtime owner of the Blackmer Insurance Agency in Shelburne, Massachusetts, died June 1 at age 95 after a distinguished insurance career.

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Boston University Student Named Finalist in AM Best’s 2027 Student Challenge

Jack Roche, president and CEO of The Hanover Insurance Group, recipient of the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award

The Griffith Foundation and APCIA Honor John C. Roche with 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award

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Interviews

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A Conversation with Evan Silverio, President & CEO of Silverio Insurance Group

Deland, Gibson Celebrates 125 Years: A Conversation with CEO Chip Gibson

The Fourth-Generation Family-Owned Agency is Based in Wellesley

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Talking with Richard Welch: Growth and Innovation at Hospitality Mutual

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

Born and Bred in the Bay State: The Special Agent Story

Our Latest Agency Interview is with the Founder & President of Special Agent

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

In Memoriam: James P. Daley, 1959-2026

In Memoriam: Richard Sias, 1946-2026

In Memoriam: Stephen Joel Paris, 1938-2026

InsurOp-Eds

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InsurOp-Ed – How to Guarantee a Bright Future for Your Independent Agency

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InSurOp-Ed: Another Cautionary Tale of Underinsurance

InSurOp-Ed: Another Cautionary Tale of Underinsurance

By Bill Wilson

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InsurOp-Ed: The Talent Shortage

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