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2010-2011

President:
Phil Kocher, CPCU
BNY Mellon Insurance Group
Phone: 412-236-2222
E-Mail: phil.kocher@bnymellon.com


President Elect:
Linda Kwolek
Penn National Insurance Co
Phone: 412-247-4556
lkowlek@pnat.com


Vice President:
John Helegda,CPCU
Liberty Mutual
Phone: 800-222-8890 X422
E-Mail:jon.helegda@libertymutual.com


Treasurer:
Susan Van Horne, CPCU
Prosperity Insurance, LLC
Phone:<412-904-1284
E-Mail: susan@prosperityinsurancellc.com.com


Secretary:
Keith Mulvhill, CPCU
Rawle and Henderson, LLP
Phone: 412-261-5707
E-Mail: kmulvihill@rawle.com.com



Immediate Past President:
Richard Maffuccio, CPCU





Web Page Admin Contact:
Marilyn Wood CPCU,CIC,ARM,ASLI,AMIM
Chubb Insurance Company
Phone: 412-456-8876
mjwood@chubb.com






2010 ORLANDO MEETINGS


Robert Reynolds Scholarship WINNER ANNOUNCED

Alexis Shaming, the daughter of ICP member Greg Shaming received the Robert Reynolds Memorial/Insurance Club of Pittsburgh Scholarship Award. Alexis attends Baldwin High School and plans to study law at Duquesne University. The award is sponsored by the Allegheny Chapter CPCU Society and Independent Insurance Agents of Pittsburgh for a member’s son/daughter or grandchild in the amount of $1,000.00 was awarded at I-Day on Thursday, April 22, 2010.
NEW CHAPTER OFFICERS ELECTED



2010-2011 CHAPTER OFFICERS President: Phil Kocher President-Elect: Linda Kwolek Vice-President: Jon Helegda Secretary: Keith Mulvihill Treasurer: Susan Van Horne

Please give them your full support in the upcoming year!

We would also like to extend a special thank-you to our outgoing president, Dick Maffuccio! You did a great job!
NATIONAL LAW REVIEW



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The National Law Review is an on-line database and magazine which consolidates newsletters, legislative alerts and other industry news in one place. There is no log in to access the database. Developed by a former insurance executive and in-house corporate attorney, the NLR database is filled with articles that serve as great primers for legal research and are helpful in bringing non-attorneys quickly up to speed on emerging legal issues. New articles are being added to the database on a daily basis.


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Welcome!


Welcome to the Allegheny Chapter web site!



2010 ANNUAL ALL INDUSTRY DAY ANNOUNCED

ALL INDUSTRY DAY WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 21,2010 AT THE DUQUESNE CLUB. lUNCHEON SPEAKER AND CONFERRING OFFICER WILL BE WARREN FARRAR, SOCIETY PRESIDENT. MORNING EDUCATIONAL TOPIC FILED FOR PA CE CREDITS: ALTERNATIVE RISK TRANSFER - FORMING A CAPTIVE SPEAKERS: JOHN TARPEY, CPCU, WILLIS; ED AIELLO, H.J.HEINZ; AND DEAN NACCARATO, JD, COHEN & GRISGBY.

PLEASE JOIN US IN HONORING OUR NEW DESIGNEES:


WILLIAM ANDERSON, CPCU, MILLERS MUTUAL
JOEL MYERS,CPCU, MUTUAL BENEFIT
KRIS QUEEN, CPCU, LIBERTY MUTUAL
KIERAN DEVLIN, CPCU, BAYER
JEFF KARNS,CPCU, STATE FARM
JEFFREY CUNNINGHAM, CPCU, TRAVELERS
KEDAR KAMALAPURKAR, CPCU, DELOITTE
REGISTRATION DETAILS TO FOLLOW


2010 ANNUAL GOLF OUTING

THE FIFTEENTH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING AT MEADOWINK GOLF COURSE on FRIDAY, AUGUST 13th, was a GREAT SUCCESS!

Many thanks to our 2010 sponsors and to everyone who volunteered and donated gifts - we could not have done it without you!

2010 Sponsors include: Barr's Insurance*****BItuminous Insurance*****BYN Mellon*****Brett Insurance Agency*****Carol Myers/Ebensburg Insurance*****Chubb Insurance Group*****CSC Insurance Options (2)*****Ebensburg Insurance Agency*****L.J. Stein & Co*****Liberty Insurance Agency*****Marshall, Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin*****Ohio Casualty*****Rawle & Henderson LLP*****Rodgers Insurance Group*****Rupp and Fiore Insurance Management*****Seubert & Associates (2)***** The Motorists Insurance Group*****Universal Smart Comp*****Zurich North America****

Click Here For Photos From the Golf Outing!! Back space to come back to our site!

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ADDITIONAL LOCAL JOB POSTING

Penn National Insurance Commercial Lines Underwriter / Commercial Lines Underwriter Trainee Pittsburgh Underwriting Office August 26, 2010 Commercial Lines Underwriter: The Commercial Lines Underwriter is responsible for exercising underwriting authority regarding the acceptance, continuation, modification or rejection of commercial risks, within delegated authority, in accordance with company underwriting guidelines. This position is also responsible for developing proper account pricing based on established company standards. QUALIFICATIONS: · 4-year college degree preferred, with continuing education in specialized insurance courses, such as IIA and AU · Successful completion of Underwriter Trainee curriculum; or, 1 to 3 years experience in a relevant property/casualty position, such as an Assistant Underwriter · Good working knowledge of underwriting and pricing risks · Good working knowledge of company underwriting standards and philosophy · Good working knowledge of all commercial insurance coverage · Good math aptitude · Good customer service and inter-personal skills · Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a strong, persuasive communication style, required · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Good PC skills, with an emphasis on Microsoft Office suite; to include a familiarity with, and adaptability to, emerging technology · Must be able to travel, as position requires periodic trips to assigned agency offices · Must be dependable, with the ability to adhere to scheduled work hours Salary Range for the Commercial Lines Underwriter is: $44,605 - $66,908 Commercial Lines Underwriter Trainee: The Commercial Lines Underwriter Trainee is a closely supervised, entry-level position in which the incumbent obtains an understanding of commercial lines underwriting through both a formal and on-the job-training program. Within limited authority, the incumbent demonstrates the ability to effectively perform the assignments of a Commercial Lines Underwriter. Upon the successful completion of the training program, the Underwriter Trainee will be a candidate for future positions within a Commercial Lines Branch Office. QUALIFICATIONS: · 4-year college degree, or significant relevant experience in a commercial lines processing position required · 1-year of customer service experience preferred · Good math aptitude · Good research, analytical and problem-solving skills · Good oral and written communication skills · Good inter-personal skills · Good customer service skills · Good PC skills, with an emphasis on Microsoft Office suite; to include a familiarity with, and adaptability to, emerging technology · Must be able to travel, as position requires periodic trips to visit agency offices · Must be a self-starter, with a demonstrated ability to learn · Must be dependable, with the ability to adhere to scheduled work hours Salary Range for the Commercial Lines Underwriter Trainee: $37,135 - $55,703 (Candidate’s level of experience will determine which position is filled) Please see additional details at www.pennnationalisnurance.com

OFFICER INSTALLATION DINNER MAY 19th





2010-2011 Schedule of Events

DateEventLocation
 Aug 13,2010  Chapter Golf Outing Meadowink GC
9/25-28

CPCU Society National Annual Meeting

Orlando, FL

Oct 21, 2010

ALL INDUSTRY DAY

topic: forming a captive

 Duquesne Club

 Dec 15, 2010  Holiday Luncheon - Good Works Project  Grand Concourse
 Feb 16, 2011

 Lunch Speaker Keith Mulvihill

Topic - Current Issues in

PA Insurance Law

 TBD
 April 12, 2011  Joint RIMS/CPCU Lunch  TBD
 May 18, 2011  Officer Installation Dinner  TBD
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     
     

 



CPCU SPREAD THE WORD!

It is important for us to increase the visibility and awareness of the CPCU designation. As CPCU's it is incumbent upon us to promote the designation, demonstrate our commitment to ethics, showcase our relevant insurance experience and practical knowledge. "SPREAD THE WORD" about your CPCU designation! Being a CPCU sets you apart in the Property-Casualty insurance industry. You will also be a role model for those seeking the designation.

Grand Concourse Restaurant


The 2009 Holiday luncheon meeting was held at the Grand Concourse Restaurant.






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