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August 24, 2020

Transportation Underwriting

Market Detail: The Transportation Underwriters at Worldwide Facilities (www.wwfi.com) specialize in commercial auto and represent top rated admitted and non-admitted carriers. New ventures or those with years of experience – risks large and small – are eligible. Target classes include: business auto; public livery; trucking, and more.

Available limits: As needed

Carrier: Unable to disclose, admitted and non-admitted available

States: All states

Contact: Chris Garrison at cgarrison@wwfi.com


Landslide, Mudslide, Mudflow in one DIC policy including Earthquake

Market Detail: WNC Insurance Services’ (www.wncfirst.com) program provides real coverage for both landslide and mudslide perils under one policy. Coverage features include: earthquake, landslide and flood coverage for homes and dwellings; primary, secondary, seasonal, vacant and renovation properties; standalone earthquake/landslide-only perils if required; coverage A limits from $75,000 to $2 million; low deductibles from 5%; payment options include credit card, ACH and escrow; competitive commission and quote price.

Available limits: As needed

Carrier: Tokio Marine Kiln (wholly owned parent company of WNC

States: Ariz., Calif., Nev., and Ore.

Contact: Scott Phillips at 949-352-4627 or e-mail: SPhillips@wncfirst.com


Automotive and Trucking Dealership Insurance and Risk Management

Market Detail: Dealer Risk Services (www.dealerriskservices.com) offers coverage for the myriad of challenges automotive dealerships face. From protecting expensive inventory to dealing with the public, the risk profile can be extensive. Dealer Risk Services has more than 30 years of experience in program management, product development, risk management and education in this industry. DRS will consider multiple risks, wheter it’s a single point placement or the creation of a captive for a multiple point dealer group.

Available limits: As needed

Carrier: Unable to disclose

States: All states

Contact: Steven Gibson at 321-733-6253 or e-mail: sgibson@dealerriskservices.com


Midlands Residential & Commercial Roofing Contractors

Market Detail: Midlands Management Corp.’s (www.midlandsmgt.com) insurance program directly addresses the needs of roofing contractors – commercial and residential. Coverage features include: non-admitted in all states; $1 million per occurrence/$2 million aggregate; three stories or less; no hot tar or torch down; minimum deductible: $1,000; commercial and residential contractors – exception California, no residential; safety & risk management services provided; contractors pollution liability; pro liability.

Available limits: As needed

Carrier: Unable to disclose, admitted

States: All states except Colo. and N.Y.

Contact: Mandee Wilson at 800-800-4007 or e-mail: mwilson@midman.com


Inland Marine – Combination

Market Detail: Shield Commercial Insurance Services (www.shieldins.net) offers big coverage for small tools. Enhanced combination inland marine coverage with limits up to $75,000. Featuring one-click blanket coverage that includes: small tools; equipment & job site property; installation floater; employee tools & clothing; contractor inland marine coverage to fit a full range of business needs, with limits from $5,000 to $75,000, and premiums from $225 to $750. Low, one-rate deductible of $1,000, with no coinsurance. Specialized program partnership with Nationwide. No statement of values necessary.

Available limits: Minimum $5,000, maximum $75,000

Carrier: Nationwide

States: All states except Alaska, Colo., Dela., D.C., Ill., Maine, Mass., Mont., N.H., N.J., N.M., N.Y., R.I., Vt., and Wash.

Contact: Robert Anderson at 760-345-9029 or e-mail: randerson@shieldins.net


Pawn Shop Insurance

Market Detail: All Risks Ltd., (www.allrisks.com) offers coverage for pawn shops, which face numerous financial risks, including the loss of product market value, inability to resell items, theft, and property damage. Coverage highlights include: nationwide coverage except Hawaii; many key coverage extensions available at no additional costs; minimum premium: package – $1,250. Available coverages include: general liability, property, products completed operations, employee benefits liability, hired & non-owned auto.

Available limits: Minimum $1,250

Carrier: Unique/Stonegate Insurance Company

States: All states except Hawaii

Contact: All Risks, Ltd. at 877-428-8004 or e-mail: allrisksmnm@allrisks.com

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