Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions

Melissa Goto, Deputy Senior Vice President, Specialty Lines recently joined Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America for their "Agency Nation Meets" series, offering the industry an opportunity to learn more about her. Melissa oversees four of our business units across North America, including Entertainment, Environmental, Specialty Property and Technology. With 20+ years of experience, she brings deep expertise in underwriting, cyber risk management, and leadership. Beyond her professional accomplishments, she is passionate about empowering teams, fostering innovation, driving diversity & inclusion efforts, and more importantly, she’s an animal lover. Read the full interview to learn more about Melissa: https://lnkd.in/g-X6i5fA #Leadership #WomenInInsurance #CyberRisk #SpecialtyInsurance #ShapeTheFuture

Our Ocean Marine team had the honor of participating in the “Christmas at Sea” event hosted by the PROPELLER CLUB OF NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY in partnership with Seafarers International House. This wonderful initiative supports seafarers who spend the holidays away from their families by assembling care packages filled with essential items and festive cheer. ? We were proud to contribute alongside our valued brokers Declan Walsh from Aon, Zoi Fanourgiakis from Lockton, Lisbeth Ryan from EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, and Estelle Balistrieri from Risk Strategies | Hugh Wood Inc. (HWI). ? Thank you Danielle Centeno and Marsh Luther Drege for organizing! It was a meaningful opportunity to give back to the hardworking individuals who play a vital role in global trade. ? #SocialImpact #InsuranceGivesBack

Deirdre's House, a Morristown, NJ based nonprofit, presented Intact with the 2024 Edna Jarmell Child Champion Award during the nonprofit’s annual gala.?The award is given to an organization or individual that has supported the nonprofit’s mission of providing critical resources and services for child victims of abuse. This year was the first time both an organization and an individual received the honor.? ? Our Accident & Health team received the award for serving the organization with countless volunteer hours, hands-on resources, and monetary support. President of A&H, Adam Brady, accepted the award on behalf of his team stating, "Our organization’s commitment to social impact is articulated through a key value of generosity.?Supporting Deirdre’s House has given the entirety of our team an opportunity to live this value and to give back to the community. A&H remains dedicated to supporting Deirdre's House in its focus to inspire and heal."? ? Lori Cernera, Intact Executive, was recognized for her personal contributions and support of the organization. Maria Vinci Savettiere, Esq., Executive Director of Deirdre's House, introduced Lori saying, “Her contributions were instrumental in launching the outdoor therapy program and we are grateful for her support." ? #SocialImpact #InsuranceGivesBack #ShapeTheFuture

Ready to take your underwriting expertise to the next level? We’re #hiring a Corporate Underwriting Consultant to join our North American Specialty Underwriting team. In this role you’ll provide technical expertise, offer underwriting guidance, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with other departments and contributing to key organizational initiatives. If you have a strong underwriting background in Surety and Trade Credit, we want to hear from you! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/enMERbPG #ShapeTheFuture #WinAsATeam #GrowWithUs

We are thrilled to announce that Josh Harris has been promoted to lead our U.S. Contract Surety business. Josh joined Intact four years ago and has demonstrated outstanding leadership, deep expertise, and a commitment to excellence in the contract surety industry. Josh will be responsible for U.S. Contract Surety growth and strategy, including advancing innovative solutions, developing talent, and leading our existing team of Contract Surety professionals. These changes follow the recent transition of Dwight Teter to the role of Chief Underwriting Officer, a newly created position responsible for portfolio management and governance to ensure a consistent underwriting strategy and risk appetite.? ? Please join us in congratulating Josh and Dwight on their new roles.

We are proud to share that Erin Hainey from our Entertainment team has been named a 2024 Rising Star by Insurance Business America! This award is given to insurance professionals of age 40 or under in recognition of their passion, commitment, and contributions to shaping the insurance industry. Congratulations Erin and all the Rising Stars for your outstanding work! For more info, visit: https://lnkd.in/gPnqGcHX. ? #InsuranceIndustry

? Join our Human Resources team as a Human Resources Business Partner in our Canton, MA office! We’re looking for a strategic and analytical HR professional to provide essential support to our business units. This role includes handling employee relations, performance management, coaching, and collaborating on HR initiatives that drive business success. If you’re ready to make an impact in a passionate environment, we want to hear from you! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eAWACp-K #GrowWithUs #ShapeTheFuture #Hiring

Nonprofit leaders and organizations can add Artificial Intelligence (AI) to their list of risk exposures, as the complexity and application of AI expands rapidly. ? In a recent Insurance Business America article, Intact’s Nelson Kefauver, CFA and Katherine Gauthier share valuable insights and tips to help mitigate exposure to AI-related risks. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/grMzRV9k. #InsuranceExpertise #ArtificialIntelligence #SpecialtyInsurance?

We celebrate our wins and remain customer-driven every step of the way. We’re excited to share recent business successes from our Ocean Marine cargo team, showcasing our expertise and deep understanding of ocean marine cargo risks. For more information or to connect with our team visit: https://lnkd.in/g_ThyS83. #Cargo #SpecialtyInsurance

Today we observe Veterans Day, an opportunity to remember those who have served and offer gratitude for their efforts. At Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions, we’re also taking this occasion to uplift this community throughout the year by introducing our newest ERG – Service Forward. Several Intact veterans and allies have come together to build community for veterans, reservists, their family members, and supporters. This new group plans to host its launch event early next year and in the meantime, is honored to share these employees’ stories. Read Brian Lynch, SCLA's profile: https://lnkd.in/gKCBYaBi Read Alexandra Young's profile: https://lnkd.in/gQa85irT #VeteransDay2024