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Wallace Welch &
Willingham, Inc. Hires Business Development Coordinator Michelle Brown to
oversee marketing staff, assist with advertising campaigns
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 9, 2011
St. Petersburg, FL – Michelle Brown has joined Wallace Welch
& Willingham Inc. as its business development coordinator. Brown’s multifaceted role includes promoting
and executing marketing initiatives, developing materials for various
departments and maintaining the company Webpage. She also will assist with seminar
organization.
Prior to joining Wallace Welch & Willingham, Brown was
the assistant business office manager for Lexington Health & Rehabilitation
in St. Petersburg, where she explained insurance information to residents and
maintained consistent documentation on both company and resident accounts. Previously, she was an executive assistant at
Omni Healthcare in Melbourne, Florida.
A graduate of the University of South Florida, Brown joins a
company with a long and established tradition of insurance excellence. Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch &
Willingham is among the leading privately held independent insurance agencies
in the nation. The company transacts
personal and commercial business in all 50 states and represents an extensive
list of “A-rated” insurance carriers underwriting commercial, employee
benefits, homeowners, automobile and marine insurance. For more information, call (727) 522-7777 or
visit http://www.w3ins.com.
Wallace Welch & Willingham, Inc. Hires Commercial Insurance Advisor
David Cosper to Specialize in Country Clubs, Industrial Risks and Medical Manufacturing Sectors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 25, 2011
CONTACT
Amy Hammond
Public Relations Coordinator
Wallace Welch & Willingham, Inc.
(727) 522-7777 ext. 191
ahammond@w3ins.com
St. Petersburg, FL – David Cosper has joined Wallace Welch & Willingham Inc. as a commercial insurance advisor. Cosper’s primary role involves the selling of property and casualty and workers’ compensation insurance, with a niche focus on country clubs, industrial risks and medical manufacturing sectors.
Prior to joining Wallace Welch & Willingham, Cosper was an account executive for Stahl & Associates in Oldsmar, where he handled contracts covering risks such as property and casualty, workers’ compensation, PEO and surety.
An active member of the local insurance community, Cosper is vice president of the Pinellas Association of Insurance Agents. He also serves as the Tampa Bay event organizer for St. Baldrick’s Foundation, an organization dedicated to funding childhood cancer research. He is a former member of the University of Florida and Rollins College golf teams.
Cosper joins a company with a long and established tradition of insurance excellence. Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch & Willingham is among the leading privately held independent insurance agencies in the nation. The company transacts personal and commercial business in all 50 states and represents an extensive list of “A-rated” insurance carriers underwriting commercial, employee benefits, homeowners, automobile and marine insurance. For more information, call (727) 522-7777 or visit http://www.w3ins.com.
John Ullrich Joins Wallace Welch & Willingham, Commercial
Lines Division
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 29, 2011
CONTACT
Meggie Ford
Business Development
Assistant
Wallace Welch &
Willingham, Inc.
(727) 522-7777 ext. 136
mford@w3ins.com
John Ullrich, CPA, joined Wallace Welch & Willingham in
January as a Commercial Lines Insurance Advisor. John graduated from Florida
State University in 2002 with an accounting degree and had since worked for a
local accounting firm. John’s attention to detail, diligence and good client
relations suits him well for Wallace Welch & Willingham and this career
change.
“John brings a valuable skill set from his prior experience that
will be an asset to his clients and our agency,” says Jon Hammond, sales
manager at Wallace Welch and Willingham.
Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch & Willingham is among the leading
privately held insurance agencies in the nation. The company transacts personal and commercial
business in all 50 states and represents an extensive list of “A-rated”
insurance carriers underwriting commercial, employee benefits, homeowners,
automobile and marine insurance. For
more information, call (727) 522-7777 or visit http://www.w3ins.com.
Wallace Welch & Willingham announces representation of
Auto-Owners Insurance Company
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 28, 2011
CONTACT
Meggie Ford
Business Development Coordinator
Wallace Welch & Willingham, Inc.
(727) 522-7777 ext. 136
mford@w3ins.com
Wallace Welch & Willingham has just been appointed by Auto-Owners Insurance as one of its local independent insurance agencies.
Auto-Owners Insurance, a Fortune 500 company, underwrites Personal and Commercial Lines, Life, Disability and Annuity policies and has been ranked highest in customer satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates for the past three years.
“The Auto-Owners product offering will improve and enhance, among other things, our customer service platform and requirements, as well as our new business growth plans,” says Keith Gramling, CPCU, CIC, President and COO of Wallace Welch & Willingham.
Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch & Willingham is among the leading privately held insurance agencies in the nation. The company provides and services Personal, Commercial, Life, Employee Benefits, Retirement Plans, and Marine insurance in all 50 states through an extensive list of A-Rated carriers. For more information, call (727) 522-7777 or visit http://www.w3ins.com.
Wallace Welch & Willingham announces representation of
Auto-Owners Insurance Company
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 28, 2011
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Wallace Welch & Willingham has just been appointed by Auto-Owners Insurance as one of its local independent insurance agencies.
Auto-Owners Insurance, a fortune 500 company, underwrites Personal and Commercial Lines, Life, Disability and Annuity policies and has been ranked highest in customer satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates for the past three years.
"The Auto-Owners product offering will improve and enhance, among other things, our customer service platform and requirements, as well as our new business growth plans," says Keith Gramling, CPCU, CIC, President and COO of Wallace Welch & Willingham.
Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch & Willingham is among the leading privately held insurance agencies in the nation. The company provides and services Personal, Commercial, Life, Employee Benefits, Retirement Plans, and Marine insurance in all 50 states through an extensive list of A-Rated carriers.
Local Insurance Advisor Wins SUCA Chairman’s Award:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2010
Suncoast Utility Contractors Association Honors Mickey Bell
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Mickey Bell was recently named the 2010 Chairman’s Award recipient during SUCA’s December banquet at The Tampa Club. Bell is a senior vice president and commercial insurance advisor for St. Petersburg-based insurance agency Wallace Welch & Willingham Inc.
The Chairman’s Award is bestowed annually upon an association member who shows exceptional merit. An active member of SUCA since 2006, Bell is Chairman of the SUCA Safety and Education Committee and serves on the Board of Directors.
“We are very proud of the active role Mickey plays in SUCA, and we look forward to his future successes,” said Wallace Welch & Willingham CEO Scott Gramling.
Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch & Willingham is among the leading privately held independent insurance agencies in the nation. The company transacts personal and commercial business in all 50 states and represents an extensive list of “A-rated” insurance carriers underwriting commercial, employee benefits, homeowners, automobile and marine insurance.
Christian Bergstrom writes article for F&I eWeekly:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 2, 2010
Navigating Healthcare Reform
The first wave of healthcare reform regulations went live on Sept. 23. How many of you were prepared for the changes? An even bigger question is: Will your dealership be ready for the next wave of changes in 2011?
For consumers, the “go live” date meant that individuals who purchased or joined a new plan on or after Sept. 23 will not have to worry about out-of-pocket charges when it comes to preventative services. It also meant consumers can visit any doctor within their healthcare provider’s network without a referral. Additionally, consumers now have the ability to appeal their healthcare providers’ decisions.
To read the full article click here.
Compli and Wallace Welch & Willingham Launch Three New Compli e-Counsels™: Benefit Administration, Workers’ Compensation and Healthcare Reform:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 1, 2010
Compli Counsel™ Brings Guidance on Benefit Administration, Workers’ Compensation and Healthcare Reform to the Fingertips of Compli Customers
Compli®, the nation's leading provider of HR and compliance management software, is proud to announce a strategic alliance with Wallace Welch & Willingham, a leading privately held insurance agency with more than 85 years of experience. Wallace Welch & Willingham will be providing three new services to Compli customers through Compli e-Counsel™: Benefit Administration e-Counsel™, Workers’ Compensation e-Counsel™ and Healthcare Reform e-Counsel.™ Compli Counsel™ is a service provided to all Compli customers offering an easy and efficient way to receive expert guidance when it is most needed.
“During this time of marked uncertainty and ever-increasing new regulations and requirements, Compli’s customers have many questions,” said Lon Leneve,” President & CEO of Compli. “Compli’s three new e-Counsels™, addressing the critical areas of employee benefit administration, workers’ compensation and healthcare reform, provide essential new resources to our customers, giving them access to leading experts in critical areas of regulatory enforcement. When it comes to managing the entire employment lifecycle, from hiring via Compli Recruit™ through compliance training and termination, Compli automates and facilitates the process,” concluded Leneve.
“Studies show that more than 65 percent of the US population is confused by the new healthcare reform laws, and concerns regarding employee benefit administration and workers’ compensation are ongoing,” said Mickey Bell, Senior Vice President at Wallace Welch & Willingham. “We are pleased to be providing critical expert guidance in the areas of employee benefit management, workers’ compensation and healthcare reform, to Compli’s customers, nationwide. We are honored to be added to Compli Counsel™,” concluded Bell.
Rob Haddad named Assistant Vice President:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 15, 2010
CONTACT
Amy Hammond
Public Relations Coordinator
Wallace Welch & Willingham, Inc.
(727) 522-7777 ext. 191
ahammond@w3ins.com
Rob Haddad Named Assistant Vice President of Employee Benefits Division
Rob Haddad, group benefits disability specialist (GBDS) has been promoted to the position of assistant vice president at St. Petersburg-based Wallace Welch and Willingham Inc. Haddad has been employed by Wallace Welch and Willingham for five and a half years.
“This promotion is well deserved due to Rob’s commitment, dedication and constant diligence in finding new opportunities for the agency,” says Jon Hammond, sales manager at Wallace Welch and Willingham.
Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch & Willingham is among the leading privately held insurance agencies in the nation. The company transacts personal and commercial business in all 50 states and represents an extensive list of “A-rated” insurance carriers underwriting commercial, employee benefits, homeowners, automobile and marine insurance. For more information, call (727) 522-7777 or visit http://www.w3ins.com.
Main Street Services:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 12, 2010
CONTACT
Amy Hammond
Public Relations Coordinator
Wallace Welch & Willingham Inc.
(727) 522-7777 ext. 191
ahammond@w3ins.com
Wallace Welch & Willingham Inc. Introduces Main Street Services Division New Department to Focus on Niche Groups, Personal Lines
St. Petersburg, FL – With the recent development of its Main Street Services department, Wallace Welch & Willingham strives to meet the coverage and financial management needs of small businesses and the entrepreneurs who run them. A merging of the company’s Small Business Unit and Personal Lines departments, the new endeavor puts focus squarely on businesses historically located on “Main Street.”
“Our aim is to find coverage for businesses such as retail shops, small trade contractors and community-based service industries like technology support firms. Small commercial and residential property owners are also a focus on the personal lines side,” says Mark Scott, Wallace Welch & Willingham vice president and head of the division.
Main Street Services was formed to further the agency’s overriding goal to meet the insurance needs of every client, whether the account is large or small, commercial or personal. Insurance solutions for everyone is the overwhelming aim. Product offerings include auto and recreational vehicle coverage, homeowners and personal possessions coverage and comprehensive small business insurance.
Wallace Welch & Willingham is a company with a long and established tradition of insurance excellence. Founded in 1925, the organization is among the leading privately held independent insurance agencies in the nation. The company transacts personal and commercial business in all 50 states and represents an extensive list of “A-rated” insurance carriers underwriting commercial, employee benefits, homeowners, automobile and marine insurance. For more information, call (727) 522-7777 or visit http://www.w3ins.com.
Mickey Bell named President of PAIA:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 2, 2010
CONTACT
Amy Hammond
Public Relations Coordinator
Wallace Welch & Willingham, Inc.
727-522-7777 ext. 191
ahammond@w3ins.com
Mickey Bell Named President of Pinellas Association of Insurance Agents Local Property and Casualty Producer Continues Agency Tradition of Leadership.
Mickey Bell perpetuated an agency tradition when he was named president of the Pinellas Association of Insurance Agents (PAIA) September 2nd. Since the founding of the original PAIA chapter in 1927, fourteen employees of Wallace Welch & Willingham Inc. have accepted the lead role.
“Our philosophy has always included a pledge to our employees, our clients, our community, our carriers and our industry,” says Wallace Welch & Willingham CEO Scott Gramling. “With this in mind, we consistently encourage the leaders of our agency to take an active role in the local association.”
A Wallace Welch & Willingham Senior vice president, Bell will head PAIA’s board of directors in addressing local issues on a state level. His duties also include the successful planning of annual special events, the coordination of continuing education opportunities and the organization of informative member luncheons throughout the year.
Founded in 1925, Wallace Welch & Willingham is among the leading privately held independent insurance agencies in the nation. The company transacts personal and commercial business in all 50 states and represents an extensive list of “A-rated” insurance carriers underwriting commercial, employee benefits, homeowners, automobile and marine insurance. For more information, call (727) 522-7777 or visit http://www.w3ins.com.
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