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Assurex Global Adds Partners in United Kingdom and United Arab Emirates
COLUMBUS, Ohio, USA (June 3, 2010) — Assurex Global, the world’s largest network of independent insurance brokers, has added three new brokers to its international partnership ranks: Griffiths & Armour and Miller Insurance Services, Ltd., both of the United Kingdom, and Associated Insurance Consultants (AIC) of the United Arab Emirates.
The three join 103 other independent brokers around the globe that have been selected by Assurex Global after an extensive due diligence process that examined their capability, integrity, growth potential, quality and breadth of services. “Individuals seeing the Assurex Global logo can be confident that they’re working with the very best professionals in the industry,” said Assurex Global President and CEO Jim Hackbarth. “In our rigorous evaluation process, Miller, Griffiths & Armour and AIC clearly met our extensive list of high standards. Their impressive qualifications make them welcome additions to the Assurex Global partnership.”
Stefan Nill of Leue & Nill, Dortmund, Germany, Assurex Global corporate board member and chair of its Europe, Middle East and Africa Regional Committee, also welcomed the new Partners. “These firms will be outstanding resources that Partners can rely on with the utmost confidence to deliver the stellar client service that is the hallmark of an Assurex Global Partner. We are very pleased to have them join us.”
Matt Donnelly, Managing Director of Griffiths & Armour Insurance Brokers, said, “We are delighted to have been accepted into the Assurex Global fold. Whilst for many years we have acted for clients with international reach, our partnership in the formal Assurex Global infrastructure will only help deliver further value to our mutual clients. It is good news for the practice and will inevitably support our continued expansion.”
John Eltham, head of North American Broker Business at Miller and Assurex Global representative, said, “The Assurex network is made up of first-class, like-minded independent brokers. Our partnership in Assurex Global will provide Miller retail clients with increased options in terms of how best to service their overseas operations. The timing of our joining is particularly good as it coincides with a major strengthening of our already significant retail capabilities. Our independence and specialist approach are key to Miller’s continuing success and existing relationships.”
Walid Nehme, CEO of Associated Insurance Consultants, said, “The presence of Assurex Global in the United Arab Emirates is vital because of the growth the insurance sector is witnessing. Associated Insurance Consultants is proud to represent the biggest network of independent brokers in the world, thus providing independent advice combined with international presence, yet localized service. These advantages are of inestimable value in the service of companies and funds investing around the world. Assurex Global Partners will also have access to a dedicated, service-oriented team possessing a high level of technical know-how.”
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About Assurex Global: Founded in 1954, Assurex Global has 106 brokers who service clients from more than 500 offices on six continents. With over $29 billion in annual premium volume, Assurex Global is the world’s largest privately held network of independent agencies/brokers offering risk management, commercial insurance and employee benefits. For a complete listing of Assurex Global offices, or for more information, visit www.assurexglobal.com.
About Miller: Miller Insurance Services Limited (Miller) is a leading independent specialist insurance and reinsurance broker operating in the international markets and at Lloyd's. It specializes in reinsurance, complex large commercial risks and programs business. It can trace its Lloyd’s broking origins back to 1902 and now employs approximately 500 people.
About Griffiths & Armour: Griffiths & Armour is a privately owned Lloyd’s registered insurance broker operating from offices based in London, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow and Dublin, with a captive management operation in Guernsey. It emphasizes a modern and innovative approach utilizing the skill sets of senior practitioners and experienced broking professionals, reflecting the size and complexity of its client portfolio.
About Associated Insurance Consultants: Associated Insurance Consultants was established in Beirut, Lebanon, in May 2001 and started operations in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, officially in 2007 on the basis of 15 years of experience in the insurance field. AIC is a leading independently owned private firm in all of the markets where is operates. It is partly employee owned. Its areas of expertise include property and casualty, marine cargo and hull, financial risks, engineering, energy, employee benefits and personal lines.
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