Hiscox, an international specialist insurer, opened an office in Miami in an effort to further expand its U.S. operations. The Miami office, which is located in the heart of the Brickell area, will serve as an on the ground presence for brokers located in the Southeast.
“While we have the global capabilities to meet client needs from virtually anywhere in the world, having a strong foothold in Miami will allow us to develop strong local partnerships,” said Vince Josaphs, assistant vice president, Miscellaneous Errors & Omissions of Hiscox USA.
The following lines of coverage will be initially available through the Miami office:
– Allied Healthcare: health care related professions including, but not limited to pharmacists, psychologists, home health care agencies and medical spas.
– Architects and Engineers: design professionals and various professions from architects, engineers, and construction managers to design-build firms and general contractors.
– Miscellaneous Errors and Omissions (E&O): covers many industries including real estate agents, management consultants, property managers, employment agencies, printers and marketing consultants.
In the last six months Hiscox has added several new product lines including inland marine and construction, and opened new offices in Lexington, Ky.; Boston, Mass. and Kansas City, Mo. Hiscox plans to open a Los Angeles office by end of 2009.
Source: Hiscox
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