CHICAGO – As the insurance industry evolves, so does the road to the c-suite. Gregory P. Jacobson, co-CEO of The Jacobson Group, will join a panel of industry leaders to share how today’s rising insurance talent can best position themselves to advance their careers at the Emerging Leaders Conference in Austin. In a fireside chat ... Jacobson Shares Insight on Aiming for the C-Suite with Future Insurance Leaders
CHICAGO – A recent study conducted by The Jacobson Group has uncovered the initial impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. insurance industry’s labor market outlook. The survey, which ran from March 31 to April 10, shows 43.2 percent of insurers have adjusted their 2020 hiring plans in light of the pandemic. “While insurers are making ... New Study Uncovers Initial Effects of COVID-19 on the Insurance Labor Market
CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group has launched a study to uncover the impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. insurance labor market outlook. All insurance and reinsurance carriers are encouraged to participate. “As the coronavirus pandemic rapidly changes the global business climate, we’re aiming to help the industry understand its impact on hiring,” said Gregory P. ... The Jacobson Group Launches Survey on Current Insurance Labor Outlook
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Board of Directors of American Farmers & Ranchers Mutual Insurance Company (AFRMIC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon D. Srna as the company’s next Chief Executive Officer. Srna will be assuming leadership on April 20, 2020. The successful engagement was conducted by the executive search practice of The Jacobson ... American Farmers and Ranchers Mutual Announces Selection of New Chief Executive Officer
NEW YORK – Insurance Director Boot Camp which was set to take place in New York from May 19 – 21 has been rescheduled for September 29 – October 1. Registration is now open for the new dates at www.insurancedirectorbootcamp.com. The three-day program sponsored by The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA), International Insurance Society ... Insurance Director Boot Camp Rescheduled to September 29 – October 1
CHICAGO – The latest iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study, conducted by The Jacobson Group and Aon plc, found 92 percent of respondents intend to maintain or increase staff in the next 12 months. “Recruitment difficulty is still increasing in the insurance industry, driven by continued low unemployment, mass retirements and job ... Insurance Labor Study Uncovers Difficult yet Optimistic Recruitment Environment
CHICAGO – The Jacobson Group and Aon plc will reveal the results of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study in a complimentary webinar presentation on February 6, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. CST. The study ran from January 6 through January 29, 2020, and attracted participation from insurance carriers across all sectors of the industry. ... Webinar to Reveal Insurance Labor Outlook Study Results
CHICAGO – The first-quarter 2020 iteration of the Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study, conducted by The Jacobson Group and Aon plc, is now open until January 24, 2020. The study has provided valuable insights on insurance labor trends since 2009 and is regarded as an accurate predictor of the industry’s staffing outlook. “The insurance ... Jacobson and Aon Launch Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Contributionship (TPC) today announced Thomas Greenfield has joined the company as president and chief executive officer. The search was conducted by the executive search practice of The Jacobson Group. Joyce Dunn, vice president and managing partner, led this successful engagement. “We are fortunate to have found someone of Tom Greenfield’s caliber ... The Philadelphia Contributionship Announces Selection of President and Chief Executive Officer
CHICAGO – The insurance industry is undergoing a digital transformation; artificial intelligence is streamlining tasks and internal processes are being overhauled. While modernization is vital to staying competitive, leaders are tasked with motivating and retaining their workforces during times of change and uncertainty. The Jacobson Group’s Tyler Dever will facilitate a panel of insurance leaders ... Jacobson Facilitates Panel on the Role of Empathy in Digital Transformation
ATLANTA – Hancock Claims Consultants president and CEO, John Bradford Hancock, today announced that Jeffrey Rainville has joined the company as senior vice president – carrier relations and business development. The search was conducted by the executive search practice of The Jacobson Group. Joyce Dunn, vice president and managing partner, led this successful engagement. “Jeff ... Hancock Claims Consultants Announces Selection of New Senior Vice President – Carrier Relations and Business Development
CHICAGO – Succession planning is a vital component of a comprehensive talent strategy, yet many insurers are neglecting to make it a priority. Abbie Fleming, assistant vice president and managing director of The Jacobson Group, will discuss the importance of succession planning, as well as its best practices, at the Life Office Management Association’s Life ... Jacobson Emphasizes Importance of Succession Planning at LIC’s CEO Conference