| For Immediate Release Jennifer Richard, ARM, RPLU of Professional Risk Associates is Awarded Professional Insurance Agents of VA and DC
Outstanding Young Agent of the Year Award
 Richmond, VA - Professional Insurance Agents of VA and DC (PIA VA/DC) recognized Jennifer Richard, ARM, RPLU with the award of Outstanding Young Agent of the Year on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, in Virginia at the Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel. Jennifer Richard was nominated by a fellow colleague who expressed how dedicated she is to her clients, making herself available to them beyond our normal operating hours because physicians don't typically work 9am to 5pm. Jennifer is our youngest market manager, having joined Professional Risk in 2001 after earning her Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University. Jennifer holds the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU) designations. She completed the mini-MBA program at the University of Richmond in 2012. Jennifer is a member of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA) and the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS), and she serves on the Senior Manager team at Professional Risk Associates. Her focus is working with physicians, surgeons, and podiatrists in both solo and large practices. When she's not in the office, Jennifer spends time with her husband and two and a half year old son. They love spending time exploring the great outdoors and is looking forward to Hokie football season returning in the fall. About The PIA VA/DC Outstanding Young Agent Award This recognition is awarded each year to a person employed as an agency owner, producer, customer service representative, or other agency employee, who is no more than 45 years of age. Consideration is given to previous work experience, current position, achievements, assistance given to agents, degree of technical knowledge, awareness of market conditions, and industry problems. The candidate will continue professional development through designations, actively volunteer in an industry organizations, promotion of agency system to public, teaching/speaking at industry events, active participation in PIA VA/DC events, committees, membership recruitment, active involvement in local, state and/or federal legislative issues, in addition to support of PIA VA/DC's legislative positions, and contributions of service to community, charitable, civic, religious, or business organizations. About Professional Risk Associates, Inc. Professional Risk is an ESOP company where each employee is a shareholder. This provides for a level of accountability throughout Professional Risk which constantly renews our commitment to making a difference in the lives of our clients, employees, and community. Thousands of healthcare professionals trust Professional Risk for their insurance solutions every day. Our agency provides a comprehensive approach to the evaluation and purchase of medical professional and related liability insurance. We provide a high level of service, expertise, and solutions to solo physicians, large group networks, and ancillary providers. Learn more by visiting our website: www.profRISK.com July 1, 2015 |