Arlington/Roe

Our team was honored to participate in the Big I Illinois Legislative Event in Springfield! Cindy Jackman and Abby Klineman joined Illinois agents and Big I staff to gain valuable insights into current industry issues and engage with key decision-makers. Insurance Industry Legislative Day united professionals from Illinois' second-largest industry, with nearly 150 agency and industry associates in attendance. In the first photo, Cindy is pictured with her representative, Paul Jacobs, alongside his wife, and agency partner, Robert White. The second photo features Cindy and Abby with several Illinois agents and Big I Illinois associates. It was a truly insightful and rewarding event! #BigIIllinois #LegislativeEvent

#NewHireAlert Please welcome Tylan Miles to the IT team! Tylan Miles joins Arlington/Roe as an IT Software Support Specialist! Prior to joining the company, Tylan worked as a sales and tech specialist at Apple for over two and a half years. Before that, he worked as a help desk technician at Marathon Health under Netfor, Inc., where he provided IT assistance during a five-month contract. Tylan graduated from Ball State University in 2020 with a degree in sociology and a minor in interpersonal relations. Initially pursuing a career in mental health therapy, he made a career change in 2022 and began his journey in the IT field by obtaining his CompTIA A+ certification. Tylan is also actively involved in the community through his membership in Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Tylan is passionate about teaching others about technology, bridging the gap between their understanding and the capabilities of modern devices and applications. He enjoys helping individuals navigate the complexities of technology and finds satisfaction in making technology more accessible or user-friendly for others. Tylan also values building meaningful relationships with people. Outside of work, Tylan is dedicated to fitness, working out at the gym four to five times a week. He also enjoys spending time with friends and playing online video games, such as Marvel Rivals and Wizard101. #GrowWithRoe

Our Missouri team had a great time this week at the MAIA Small Agency Conference spending time with our valued partners. The trade show being at the same time as the local team was playing in March Madness meant improvising to have a TV in the booth, which we then gave away to a lucky agent!

FLYER: Update on Wire Fraud Liability & Cyber Insurance Wire fraud is something that is becoming a big issue, especially with all the business email compromise (BEC) scams going around. A lot of businesses don’t realize that if they fall victim to one of these scams, the liability isn’t always black and white. Learn more about this exposure and how to cover it here: https://bit.ly/3Rbewot

Our associates came together for a nice luncheon to celebrate employees with March birthdays! The afternoon was full of delicious food catered from Qdoba and wonderful company. Happy birthday to all those who have a March birthday!??

Happy First Day of Spring! As nature renews itself, it’s the perfect time to refresh our goals and embrace new opportunities for growth and success. Let’s plant the seeds for success and watch them thrive this season and beyond. ??

We had a fantastic time connecting with agents during our visit to Kearney for the Big I Nebraska Spring Conference! Dalston Jones, CLCS and Alec Immordino, CPLP, AU are pictured below. #BigINE

It’s my pleasure to share I have joined Arlington/Roe as their Learning and Development Manager.?I am thrilled to join an organization I have partnered with and admired for so many years! A big thank you to, James Roe, Andy Roe, J. Patrick Roe, and Heather Slusser, CWPD, SHRM-CP for the opportunity and your continued support!

#NewHireAlert Please welcome Rebecca Wray to the Human Resources team! Rebecca joins Arlington/Roe as a Learning and Development Manager! Before joining the company, Rebecca served as the director of the Gongaware Center for Insurance and Financial Services and the Networks Financial Institute in the Scott College of Business at Indiana State University. Prior to joining the company, she spent seven years as an instructor at the university, teaching a variety of business courses. Rebecca also worked for seven years as a licensed associate at Nationwide Insurance. With over 15 years of experience in higher education and insurance, Rebecca brings a wealth of interpersonal skills and knowledge to her role. Rebecca holds both a Bachelor of Science degree in Insurance and Risk Management and Finance and a Master of Business Administration from Indiana State University. She is also licensed in Indiana for both Property & Casualty and Life & Health insurance. Rebecca is passionate about fostering an environment of continuous learning and helping individuals achieve both personal and professional goals. She enjoys cultivating strong relationships with others and assisting the next generation of talent in the industry. Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys traveling with her husband, Jason, and immersing herself in new cultures. She values quality time with her family and has a passion for attending live theater and music performances. Rebecca also loves spending time in nature, with a special fondness for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #GrowWithRoe

ARTICLE: Carriers Now Requiring Cost Estimator for Commercial Buildings - In recent months, our carriers have implemented a new requirement for buildings valued at $1M or more. These carriers are now mandating that a cost estimator be included with every submission for properties meeting this threshold. This new policy aims to better assess and accurately price the risk associated with these high-value structures. https://bit.ly/4hzRrGN