Start the New Year off Strong with PLM
PLM provides insurance solutions for lumber and wood businesses throughout the country. In fact, it’s all we’ve ever done. We have consistently protected businesses in the lumber, woodworking, and building materials industries since 1895.
With our focused expertise in the lumber industry, your clients get:
- Tailored coverages to fit your client’s unique business needs.
- Industry-specific risk management services and resources
- Fair and fast claims handling
- Personalized service with local representatives
The answer is simple, when it comes to protecting your client’s business, choose the insurance partner that focuses on their business.
In our newest video blog series, “Insights from the Top: 3 Questions with PLM Leaders” we interview Steve Hicks and discuss company leadership and ways to improve.
PLM Kicks off New Year with Leadership Moves, Promotions
PLM recently announced several leadership changes and promotions within the company’s executive staff. The changes are part of PLM’s strategy to enhance the organization’s profitability and growth and prepare for the future, while recognizing the changing complexity of the business of insurance.
A PLM veteran for more than two decades, Steve Firko, CPCU, will assume the role of executive vice president (EVP) and chief operating officer (COO) overseeing all front-line customer-focused operating departments including underwriting, field operations, claims, loss control, marketing, customer service, and operations as PLM continues to evolve to meet the market demands of the future.
“Steve is a deliberate and thoughtful leader who not only knows insurance but understands the unique risks and features of the wood niche,” said PLM President and Chief Executive Officer John Smith, CPCU, in announcing executive moves that include Firko. “We have built an incredible team at PLM, including Steve and many others, and I am proud to see our team’s dynamic professional growth and development as we position the company for its next 100-plus years of success.”
Firko most recently served as senior vice president (SVP) of business development, loss control and customer service at PLM. His notable career spans nearly 40 years in the industry, including professional and management-level positions at several multinational insurance companies and board and committee responsibilities at the Pennsylvania Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (PAMIC) and the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC).
“I’m proud to be part of a thriving organization like PLM that not only remains committed to its mutual purpose instilled by its founding nearly 130 years ago, but also continues to innovate and evolve,” said Firko. “With our stakeholders as our focus, I look forward to carrying on PLM’s commitment to providing continued support to our insureds, their brokers, and the larger lumber and building material industry as we, together, navigate an increasingly complex environment.”
Other executive changes and promotions announced by PLM include:
- Rich Hall, formerly SVP of underwriting, has been appointed as EVP and will assume responsibility for regulatory and government affairs, as well as for special projects critical to PLM’s future growth and profitability.
- Steve Hicks, CPCU, formerly assistant vice president (AVP) of underwriting, has been appointed as Vice President (VP) of underwriting.
- Lindsey DiGangi, CPCU, formerly AVP of marketing, has been appointed as VP of field operations.
- Sean Briscoe, formerly AVP of underwriting, has been appointed as VP of loss control.
- Erin Selfe, CPCU, formerly VP of information technology, has been appointed as SVP of information technology.
- Harold Jamison, JD, CPCU, formerly, SVP of government and regulatory affairs and human resources, has been appointed as general counsel.
Risk Management Resources
PLM is dedicated to partnering with our insureds to mitigate areas of risk within their organization, and is pleased to offer valuable resources, tools and services to help protect your clients wood industry operations. Encourage your clients to utilize our vast selection of loss control guides, training videos, safety materials and more!
Wondering about new business opportunities in your own neighborhood? Here are some examples of accounts successfully written by PLM or with WC placed through Green Tree Risk Partners.PLM
- Wooden Furniture and Home Goods Mfg. – NY : $15,200
- Landscaping Supply Store – NJ : $42,100
- Construction Supply Mfg. – PA : $410,000
- Fine Quality Lumber Mfg. – MA : $540,000
- Custom Millwork Mfg. – ME : $82,00
- Custom Cabinet Mfg. – NC : $9,700
- Hardware Store – MO : $273,000
- Lumberyard – IL : $45,000
- Pallet Mfg. – MS : $17,600
- Building Supply Store – FL : $109,000
- Custom Truss Mfg. – TX : $117,300
- Lumberyard – TX : $90,000
- Custom Cabinet Mfg. – CO : $51,000
- Building Supply Store – SD : $30,000
- Sawmill – MT : $33,000
Green Tree Risk Partners
- Custom Cabinet Mfg. – CT : $13,000
- Hardware Store – NH : $2,200
- Wooden Panel Mfg. – PA : $17,500
- Building Supply Store – NY : $17,000
- Custom Truss Mfg. – NJ : $12,000
- Hardware Store – MS : $8,600
- Wooden Panel Mfg. – NC : $35,000
- Moulding & Millwork Mfg. – VA : $5,300
- Custom Cabinet Mfg. – LA : $10,300
- Lumberyard – IA : $33,000
- Custom Millwork Mfg. – TX : $11,000
- Custom Wooden Furniture Mfg. – CA : $6,300
- Lumberyard – CO : $18,000
- Hardware Store – SD : $3,500
- Pallet Mfg. – TX ; $14,000
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