SARASOTA, Fla. – September 26, 2017 – FCCI announced today that effectiveOctober 1, the Company is welcoming James Michael Welch (Mike) to its Board of Directors. Mike has been associated with FCCI as an agent for more than thirty years and was chosen for this critical role based on his acute appreciation for and understanding of FCCI’s history and legacy, in addition to his industry knowledge and agent perspective.
The eldest of ten children, Mike served honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He began his insurance career in Florida in 1973, first as a property adjuster and later joining Poe & Associates, now Brown & Brown. He eventually opened his own insurance agency, Commercial Insurance Marketing Inc., along with his wife, Nadine. The agency achieved the status of Chairman’s Club, FCCI’s highest agency distinction.
Now retired from the insurance agency, Mike and Nadine spend time in South Carolina where they are opening a sporting clays course. Active in local charities, particularly Suncoast Charities for Children, Mike believes in giving back and helping those who are less fortunate.
Craig Johnson, CPA, MBA, chairman of the board, president & CEO, said “Mike and Nadine have been extraordinary ambassadors for FCCI. We are looking forward to Mike’s contributions as a Board Member. He understands the history, culture and values that make FCCI so special, and we believe his agency experience and dedication to charitable service will be valuable to our company, our agency partners and our policyholders.”
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About FCCI – Working through independent agents in 18 states and Washington, D.C., FCCI provides commercial property and casualty insurance to more than 18,000 policyholders and commercial and contract surety to more than 20,000 bonded principals. Established in 1959 and rated A (Excellent) byA.M. Best Company, FCCI is headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., and has regional and branch offices in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Mississippi, Texas and Virginia. For more information, please contact 800-226-3224 or visit www.fcci-group.com.
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