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The launch of Westfield Specialty will create opportunities to grow profitably, attract new customers and strengthen relationships with existing customers.

In addition to workers compensation, Foresight now offers inland marine, motor truck cargo, contractors, equipment, and builders risk policies.

In this ever more competitive property-casualty world, it seems like pivoting to life, health and benefits is just like being able to go to your left in basketball. But can we measure the upside?

Independent agent Kingston Hall’s role model is “my mom,” she says. “She’s taught me the value of relationships and being authentic.”

“In my own work, it is all about keeping in mind that central thesis of doing what’s best for the client,” says Kevin Fukuyama, independent agent. “That has helped create great career fundamentals for me because if we view ourselves as educators, advisors

Now is the time agents can improve and add value to their client relationships as rates rise and capacity tightens within the builders risk marketplace.

The vacant property program targets both properties and vacant land, including residential and commercial buildings, as well as buildings under renovation.

Many contractors are still unaware of the professional services and pollution risks associated with their construction work. Independent agents can help clients cover such risks.

Is a verbal response acceptable or is there a formal way an agency needs to document proof of consent prior to texting?

With multiple generations in the workplace, “collaborating has never been more important than in the times we’re in,” says Frank Mercurio, independent agent. “We need to learn better ways to provide good service to our customers.”