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Forbes Names Jacobson One of America’s Best Executive Search and Professional Recruiting Firms

CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of insurance talent, was once again named to Forbes’ annual lists of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms and Best Professional Recruiting Firms. Jacobson was one of just 51 companies (17%) to rank in both lists. “Especially in today’s incredibly challenging recruiting climate, it’s a privilege to help ... Forbes Names Jacobson One of America’s Best Executive Search and Professional Recruiting Firms

Insurance Labor Market Study Finds 72 Percent of Companies are Planning to Increase Staff

CHICAGO – The latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Market Study, conducted in part by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, found a record percentage of insurers plan to increase their headcounts in 2022 amid an already challenging labor market. “In terms of acquiring and retaining insurance ... Insurance Labor Market Study Finds 72 Percent of Companies are Planning to Increase Staff

The Jacobson Group Launches The Insurance Talent Podcast in Recognition of 50-year Anniversary

CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, has launched a new podcast as part of its 50th anniversary celebration. Hosted by co-CEO Gregory P. Jacobson, The Insurance Talent Podcast will feature an array of experts on various talent topics essential to leaders in the ever-changing insurance industry. “Insurance leaders ... The Jacobson Group Launches The Insurance Talent Podcast in Recognition of 50-year Anniversary

The Jacobson Group Named in Business Insurance’s Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance List

CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group has been named in the annual Business Insurance Best Places to Work in Insurance program, which recognizes employers for their outstanding performance in establishing workplaces where employees can thrive, enjoy their work and help their companies grow. As the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, Jacobson recognizes the ... The Jacobson Group Named in Business Insurance’s Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance List

Insurance Labor Study Indicates Continued Growth Amid a Difficult Recruiting Market

CHICAGO – The latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study, conducted in part by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, found 93% of respondents plan to increase or maintain their headcounts in the next 12 months. “We’re seeing a lot of movement within the insurance industry, ... Insurance Labor Study Indicates Continued Growth Amid a Difficult Recruiting Market

Q3 2021 Insurance Labor Outlook Study Results to be Revealed During Webinar

CHICAGO – The results of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study will be revealed in a complimentary webinar presentation on August 12, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. CDT. Now in its 25th iteration, the study was conducted in part by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry. Insurance carriers across ... Q3 2021 Insurance Labor Outlook Study Results to be Revealed During Webinar

25th Iteration of Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study Is Open

CHICAGO – The third-quarter 2021 iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study, conducted in part by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, is open through August 1, 2021. The study has provided valuable insights on insurance labor trends since 2009 and is regarded as an accurate predictor ... 25th Iteration of Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study Is Open

Labor Study Indicates Strong Employment Outlook for Insurers

CHICAGO – The latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study, conducted by The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, and Aon plc, a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions,  found 91% of respondents intend to maintain or increase ... Labor Study Indicates Strong Employment Outlook for Insurers

Insurance Labor Market Study Results to be Revealed During Webinar

CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group, the leading provider of talent to the insurance industry, and Aon plc, a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions, will reveal the results of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Industry Labor Market Study in a complimentary webinar presentation on February 11, 2021, ... Insurance Labor Market Study Results to be Revealed During Webinar

The Jacobson Group’s JoJo Harris Named a Notable Leader in HR by Crain’s

CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group is proud to share Johanna “JoJo” Harris, senior vice president of human resources, has been named to the Crain’s Chicago Business 2021 Notable Leaders in HR list. The list honors human resources professionals who rose to the challenges of 2020 and demonstrated their ability and power to impact change. “During ... The Jacobson Group’s JoJo Harris Named a Notable Leader in HR by Crain’s