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The trajectory is clear: niche MGAs that combine deep domain expertise with advanced analytics, embedded distribution, and disciplined underwriting will be among the biggest winners in the specialty insurance ecosystem. Future success will depend on: Continual specialization in underserved or high‑complexity markets Adoption of AI and automation for underwriting, pricing, and claims Partnership‑driven distribution leveraging...

The start of a new year is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a natural moment to pause, reflect, and reset. For organizations operating in complex, high-risk industries, the New Year is also an opportunity to rethink how risk is managed—and who they trust to help them do it. At McNeil & Co.,...

What is an Emergency Preparedness Plan?   An emergency preparedness plan is a detailed policy that outlines procedures to follow during emergencies to ensure safety and minimize damage. It includes identifying potential risks, allocating resources, and establishing clear communication and evacuation procedures. It is an initiative-taking strategy to prepare for and respond to various emergencies.  Why is it important? ...

Knowing how to prevent cyber breaches and taking the necessary precautions can help protect your organization’s information. By having a plan in place, your organization will be better prepared when a breach does occur. Below 10 tips and best practices you can take to keep your information as safe as possible. Train Employees In Security...

What Every Operator Needs to Know Golf cart safety isn’t optional, it’s essential. Whether you’re managing or insuring a campground, rv park, dude ranch, guest ranch or another outdoor recreation/hospitality business, golf cart safety should always be top of mind. Make sure you have established and enforced eligibility requirements and operational guidelines in place to...

Earlier this year, David Benedict from our Underwriting team sat down with our Chief Marketing Officer, Tim Cappellett, for a quick Q&A aimed at giving our Underwriting team better insight into McNeil’s Sales & Marketing strategy. You spent over a decade as a Production Underwriter before shifting into leadership here at McNeil. How has that...

Last week, I had the privilege of speaking to 70+ bright and ambitious college students from the McNeil Institute, part of Le Moyne College’s Risk Management & Insurance program. It was an incredible opportunity to reflect on my own path—from being a college student just like them to building a career in the insurance industry—and...

LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Indeed, Reddit— the list of social media platforms goes on and on. We have these platforms at our fingertips, communication with the touch of a keystroke, instant connection, constant networking. It is convenient to connect so easily for work purposes, fundraising, information gathering or even getting to know one another and dating,...

“Tell me how you really feel” or “just talk to me” are phrases that many of us hear more than once— whether in our personal or professional lives. We naturally tend to bottle things up or not fully disclose what is going on in our life. This can create a barrier that can prevent us...

We are excited to announce that on January 25th, PENFLEX will be celebrating a significant milestone: our 35th anniversary! This is a special moment for us, and we want to take the opportunity to express our deepest gratitude to you, our valued clients, for your continued trust and partnership over the years. Since 1990, PENFLEX...