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Flight to Quality

For more of our coronavirus coverage, visit epicbrokers.com/coronavirus  Viewpoints from Adam Okun On March 23, 2010, when the Affordable Care Act was signed into law, I remember my initial sense of resignation. There was so much uncertainty as to what its impact would be on our industry. Putting aside the broader social debate over whether the law would be beneficial for the country (hint: it varied based upon your economic and employment position), as a young actuarial healthcare consultant, I was looking at the 30-year+ career ahead of me and wondering if this would change everything – perhaps …

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Kent Collier Named as ENR New England Top Young Professional

… has helped firms settle millions of dollars in design-related construction claims; he’s even been involved with the ongoing litigation surrounding Millennium Tower in San Francisco. Though Kent’s recognition is from ENR New England because he now resides in Maine, his practice and clients are nationwide, and his career has been primarily based in the Southeast. Kent joined Greyling in early 2015 after practicing as a construction lawyer in Atlanta, Georgia. Kent met his wife, Crosby, while working as a Federal Court clerk in Savannah, Georgia after graduating from law school. In 2017, they moved to Maine to …

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EPIC Announces Dave Howard as President of EPIC Select

… partnering with ESPN personality and entrepreneur, Jay Williams. Drawing upon his own experiences, he will deliver and execute high-level strategies alongside EPIC’s leadership team, adding value to existing as well as new clients. “I’m thrilled to partner with the Select team at EPIC to provide my expertise and guidance on strategic initiatives,” said Williams. “EPIC has an amazing future and I couldn’t be more excited to be a central component of it going forward.” When Williams pivoted from a budding athletic career, he found few financial, investment and risk management advisors qualified to serve the …

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Lawyers' Professional Liability Report

… for all key decisions impacting legal representation. Underwriters continue to attribute these “causes” to an erosion of disciplined execution of basic risk management practices due to the pressure on lawyers to generate new clients and more revenue and service expectations of clients. Consequently, the underwriting community is suggesting that law firms adopt a “back to basics” approach to risk management. Additionally, law firms must create culture that fosters a stable environment for lawyers to grow their practices and establish a sustainable career. Although the COVID-19 related economic interruption is like no other downturn in our history, the economy has

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DOL Releases Additional FFCRA FAQ

… insurance office for specific questions about your eligibility. For additional information, please check www.careeronestop.org. Conclusion These are extraordinary times, and the ramifications of COVID-19 will continue to evolve rapidly in the coming weeks. We will continue to monitor developments, including further departmental and agency guidance as we receive them and will provide the latest updates as they become available. We express to all of our clients and friends our deep appreciation for our ongoing relationships, and we look forward to strengthening those ties as we work through this shared adversity. Stay safe and be well. EPIC …

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EPIC Adds Matthew Marmorek as National Practice Leader, Global (Non-US) Employee Benefits

… pension coverage. Marmorek brings deep carrier relationships and has worked with a network of international brokers to assist with expatriate, third country and local national population placements. His expertise will bring a new level of strength to the Employee Benefits team within EPIC. At the start of his international benefits career, Marmorek grew and managed a large customer portfolio within the multinational benefits unit of a major U.S. based global insurer, providing solutions in over 100 countries. Prior to joining EPIC, Marmorek was with Zurich Insurance Group. While there, he assisted in the launch of its U.S. based …

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EPIC Adds Nick Nelson as Senior Vice President, Property & Casualty

… and financial services experience to his role. He will be responsible for business development, program placement and delivery of complex solutions to EPIC clients including attorneys and golf and country clubs. He has a strong background in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, vendors, colleagues and manager throughout his career. Prior to joining EPIC, Nelson has held the positions of Vice President, Property & Casualty and Vice President, Business Development officer with USI Insurance Services and Wells Fargo. Within both organizations he worked closely with senior leadership of his clients to deliver consulting and brokerage services for all commercial lines …

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Matthew LeBlanc named Eastern Region Healthcare Practice Leader for Edgewood Healthcare Advisors

… expanded role, LeBlanc will be responsible for overseeing the Edgewood Healthcare Advisors Eastern Region as well as retention and growth of the practice. He will continue his leadership role with the Physician Practice as well. LeBlanc has held positions as Partner/Broker at Healthcare Risk Specialists and Underwriter during his career. LeBlanc holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations from Quinnipiac University. He has also earned a Registered Professional Liability Underwriter designation. Said Susan Tewhill, National Managing Principal, “We are thrilled to have Matt step into this added leadership role and know that he will help the practice grow …

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