The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads, and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction. In this episode join Spencer Houldin and Lacey Garrison Strom, the Executive Vice President, and Director of Family Office at Heffernan Insurance Brokers, as they explore a number of interesting topics. From discussing how a California native like Lacey successfully navigates the market, to emphasi ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads, and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction.  In this episode with Brian Farrell of Farrell Law & Consulting, Spencer and Brian discuss the crucial topic for independent agents serving high-net-worth clients – the intricacies of excess liability in the world of insurance. Brian, who has a 30-year career as a trial lawyer, managing att ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads, and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction.  In this episode with Scott Carmilani, Executive Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Vault Insurance, Spencer and Scott explore the factors influencing construction costs, the need for pricing models to adjust to changes in the construction landscape, and the historical context surroundi ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating bumpy roads, and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction.  In this episode, Spencer Houldin, CEO of Ericson Insurance, sits down with Diane Delaney, Executive Director of PRMA, to talk about what’s new with the organization in 2024, uncover essential resources that every member should know about, and how to get more involved with the PRMA community.  ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads, and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction. In this episode with Dan Halsey, President of Personal Lines at The Hanover, we talk about how, in such a dynamic time in our industry, it’s an opportunity for independent agents to reinforce to their clients the unique value and expertise that they bring.    Dan joined The Hanover in 20 ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction. In this podcast episode, we conduct a deeper dive into the realm of personal auto insurance. Our guest, Mary Boyd, is a forward-thinking authority in this field, with a special focus on the efficient adoption of technology. Join us as we explore Mary's insights into the evolving landscape of the pers ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction. This episode features Mark Friedlander Director of Corporate Communications at the Insurance Information Institute.  Mark is an expert on “everything Florida!”  In this session you will learn more about the aftermath of Hurricane Ian on the insurance industry and the legal costs behind such ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction. This episode features David Lavins, President of Amwins Access, a leading MGA/wholesale platform specializing in small business and personal lines.  David was invited on this show because the E&S marketplace is booming.  Brokers are using this market more than they ever have, but quite ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction.  This episode is a sit-down with Evan Purmort, the CEO of Central Insurance, covering several topics including his vision for the future of Central and the importance of the customer experience. Spencer M. Houldin is the President of Ericson Insurance Services. He has 30 years of experience as a ..read more

The PRMA Insurance Thought Leaders Insight Series with Spencer Houldin, alongside leading thought leaders in the industry, aims to examine the insurance terrain, identify solutions to navigating the bumpy roads and provide a roadmap that guides risk management professionals in the right direction. This episode is a sit-down with Charles Williamson, the CEO of Vault, covering several topics, including the creation of Vault,  insight on the E&S marketspace, and creating a successful company culture. Spencer M. Houldin is the President of Ericson Insurance Services. He has 30 years of ex ..read more