Arkansas News

Former HCC CEO to Advise Hallmark Financial Services

Property/casualty insurer Hallmark Financial Services Inc., headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, announced it will employ the consulting services of Stephen L. Way through his company, SLW International LLC. Way is the recently retired founder, chairman and CEO of HCC Insurance …

Brown Smith Wallace Add Bowlan as Director of Marketing

Brown Smith Wallace LLC has hired Michael Bowlan as director of marketing. In his new position, Bowlan will oversee all branding, creative development and marketing strategy for the St. Louis-based firm. Brown Smith Wallace said that Bowlan has more than …

Ark. Law Firm Opens Insurance Practice in Austin, Texas

Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard P.L.L.C., a law firm with offices in Little Rock and Rogers, Ark., announced it has expanded into Texas with the opening of a third office in Austin. Bill Bingham, former Deputy Commissioner for Regulatory …

Hallmark’s Q1 Net Income Doubles Over Same Period Last Year

Fort Worth, Texas-based Hallmark Financial Services Inc. reported quarterly net income of $5.0 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2007, representing a 105 percent increase over net income of $2.4 million for the first quarter of 2006. During …

La. Statewide Building Code on Chopping Block at Capitol

A new statewide building code in Louisiana was one of the most tangible responses by lawmakers to hurricanes Katrina and Rita. But it was done quickly, a knee-jerk reaction that many lawmakers say didn’t involve enough thought. The mandatory requirements …

My New Markets

Earthquake Nuts and Bolts: Wholesale Connection Insurance Services, located in Woodland Hills, Calif., added a new carrier to its list of Earthquake markets in California. Dollars: Capacity in zones A, B and E is $2,500,000 for primary and $5 million …

My New Markets

Outdoor Recreation and Hospitality Nuts & Bolts: The Great Outdoors Insurance Program written by Gillingham & Associates provides comprehensive coverage for Outdoor Recreation and Hospitality industries. Classes: guest ranches, guides & outfitters, resorts, hunting & fishing lodges, RV parks & …

Ark. river levees need $4M in repairs, FEMA says

Miles of levees along the St. Francis River in Craighead County, Ark., have been deemed unacceptable by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, meaning homeowners there may need to purchase flood insurance if $4 million in repairs aren’t made. Craighead County …

My New Markets

Mortgage Company E&O/Fidelity Bond Nuts & Bolts: SUA Inc. has insurance packages for the mortgage industry covering both mortgage brokers and bankers. Coverages include professional liability, fidelity/crime bond, mortgage impairment and employment practices liability. Dollars: $300,000 to $5 million. Carrier: …

New Markets

My New Markets Commercial Auto Nuts & Bolts: Arrowhead General Insurance Agency Inc. has a commercial auto liability and physical damage coverage program for the standard market. Extra heavy vehicles are accepted, and “Sym 1” is available on fleets of …