Norfolk & Dedham and Union Mutual Announce Affiliation
Norfolk & Dedham and Union Mutual are proud to announce that we will be affiliating, subject to regulatory approval. This partnership brings together two carriers rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best. Together, we expand our footprint to 8 states while providing policyholders and agents the stability of an enhanced financial position and increased organizational talent.
Saluting Women in New England Insurance Featuring Michele Sears
We are proud to congratulate our own Michele Sears for being featured in the Salute to Women in Insurance edition of The Standard. “Michele has been an outstanding addition to the N&D team. Her prior experience as a practicing attorney at a global defense litigation firm, coupled with her breadth of legal knowledge, has enabled […]
Local Economy Is Doing Well, but Challenges Are Ahead, Says N&D’s Murray
Reprinted with permission from The Standard, from their April 28, 2023 edition. President, CEO, and Board Chair Joel P. Murray was given the opportunity to discuss the current state and inward pressures of the regional Massachusetts economy, the reinsurance marketplace, and the job market. This interview was featured in an article in The Standard. With […]
Inflation and Reinsurance Costs Driving Higher Rates, Says Carrier CEO Panel
Inflation and Reinsurance Costs Driving Higher Rates, Says Carrier CEO Panel Insurance carriers were met with the most challenging Jan. 1 reinsurance renewals that they had seen in decades — if ever. Rising costs and inflation among other economic factors, pushed claims higher. As insurers absorb significantly higher reinsurance costs and grapple with inflation, they […]
The Norfolk & Dedham Group Holds Ribbon-Cutting for its New Headquarters
The Norfolk & Dedham Group Holds Ribbon-Cutting for its New Headquarters The Norfolk & Dedham Group, a Dedham, MA property and casualty insurance company founded in 1825, hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new headquarters on October 3. In attendance were representatives from local government and philanthropic organizations. This modern, energy-efficient building is located […]
Norfolk & Dedham’s Joel Murray Discusses The Importance Of Embracing Change While Remaining True To Your Roots
Our President and CEO, Joel P. Murray was given the opportunity to discusses Norfolk & Dedham’s future plans and its continued faith in its independent agency partners. This interview was featured in an article on Agency Checklists. Proving that staying true to your roots can bring forth sustained success, the A-rated Norfolk & Dedham Group […]
Evolving Coverage for Cyber Exposures
We are happy that our Chief Marketing Officer, Colby Hewitt had written an article that was featured in the Special Focus on Small Business Coverages issue of The Standard about the evolving challenges that Cyber Risk exposures pose to businesses: Cyber security can be a frightening and confusing topic. The news bombards us with reports of hackers […]
Rising To New Heights: How Henry Risman Grew His Family-Owned Agency
We are happy that one of our 1825 Club® Agents, Henry Risman of Risman Agencies was featured in an Agency Checklists article about the success of his family owned agency: Henry Risman was presented an opportunity he was not expecting when his grandfather was ready to retire from his small but established Medford insurance business, […]
Saluting Women in New England Insurance Featuring Gail Boncek
We are proud to congratulate our own Gail Boncek for being featured in the Salute to Women in Insurance edition of The Standard. “Gail Boncek’s selflessness and drive to do what is best for our agency partners sets the tone for our entire organization as we strive to provide exceptional service. Her knowledge, problem-solving ability […]
Reasons To Go Paperless
The rising ubiquity of modern mobile technology means that consumers are more often using their smartphones for tasks once reserved exclusively for snail mail transactions. Our phones allow us to apply for loans, view our bank statements, trade stocks, and now, if you’re an N&D® policyholder, manage your insurance account.
