April INK: Summer Golf Outing, New Trusted Choice Materials and Distracted Driving

Distracted Drivers in Rhode Island

Since the start of the pandemic, traffic in Rhode Island and across the country has dropped significantly but roadways have actually gotten more dangerous, according to the National Safety Council. Nationwide, there has been a 24% spike in roadway death rates over the previous 12-month period, despite miles driven dropping 13%. As many as 42,060 people are estimated to have died in motor vehicle crashes in 2020 making this increase in the rate of death the highest estimated year-over-year jump that NSC has calculated in 96 years.

Reprinted from Beacon Mutual

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SPRING INTO FLOOD AWARENESS

Eleven years ago in March 2010, Rhode Island faced unprecedented flooding. The Warwick Mall was underwater, and our clients and agencies were flooded with claims.

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Upcoming May Classes

5/4: ETHICAL DECISION MAKING IN RISK AND INSURANCE (3 CE)

5/12: ACSR #4 - ERRORS & OMISSIONS LOSS CONTROL (3 CE)

5/26: AAI 82 A - COMMERCIAL LIABILITY (8 CE)

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2020 Agency Universe Study - Technology Summary

The 2020 Agency Universe Study – also known as the ‘AUS’ - was recently released as a collaboration between the Big ‘I’ and leading independent agency companies.

This biennial study was completed by 1,437 independent agents giving their detailed insights on all critical areas of running their businesses including; agency revenue and markets, carriers represented, customer service centers, agency staff, future planning, marketing information sources, and technology. The 2020 study also added a new section with insights into the impact COVID-19 has had on agency operations.

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Explore the All NEW Trusted Choice Website!

Accessing marketing resources for your Agency has never been easier…

New site features include:

A streamlined ordering process for custom marketing materials
Ability to directly share social content to Facebook and Twitter
Improved monthly social media calendar

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Digital Extras

COVID-19 Show Need for Employment Practices Insurance

Any business that hires someone other than their spouse and minor children should probably consider buying coverage for this exposure.

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3 Secrets to Making Search Engine Marketing Your Secret Weapon

The internet is an ever-expanding marketplace. Yet, it's full of websites and brands competing for a consumer's finite attention. This is why it can be difficult to grow brand awareness online.

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Only 20% of Small Businesses Have Cyber Insurance, According to Selective Survey

The findings determined that concern over cybersecurity has grown significantly during the pandemic, with 44% of owners and managers reporting they have been more concerned with cybersecurity.