Supporters

LIIEF wishes to thank the following lead donors, whose generous gifts of $20,000 or more demonstrate their commitment to our efforts and the future of the insurance industry:

The fundamental purpose and objective of the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of Suffolk County (IIABSC) is to promote and represent the common business interests of independent insurance agents within the industry. The association promotes high standards of conduct in the transaction of the insurance business as well as the promotion of education among its members. The IIABSC communicates and promotes the benefits of purchasing insurance from independent agents and generally encourages understanding, cooperation, and good relations among its members, the insurance industry, government, and the public. Visit them at http://www.suffolkagents.com/

 

Barry B. Goldstein has been a major supporter of the LIIEF. He has served as the Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Kingstone Companies, Inc. (AKA: DCAP Group Inc.) since March 2001. Mr. Goldstein serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kingstone Insurance Company. Mr. Goldstein serves as the President at Payments Inc. He served as the Treasurer of Kingstone Companies, Inc., since May 2001 until August 2013 and as its Principal Accounting Officer until August 2007. He served as the Chief Financial Officer of Kingstone Companies, Inc., from March 2001 to November 14, 2007 and again until August 1, 2009. He served as Principal Accounting Officer of DCAP Group Inc. He served as the President of AIA Acquisition Corp., which operates insurance agencies in Pennsylvania since April 1997. He served as President of Stone Equities, a consulting firm since 1982. Mr. Goldstein received his BA and MBA from State University of New York at Buffalo and a Certified Public Accountant since 1979.

 

Kingstone Insurance Company traces its roots back to 1886 when it was formed originally as the Co-Operative Fire Insurance Company in Catskill, New York. Today, Kingstone is ranked as one of the Top 20 largest writers of New York Homeowners insurance, with double digit annual premium growth and consistently strong underwriting profits. Originally a New York-only company, Kingstone is now licensed in six states and is actively writing in three.  Currently the company focuses on niche markets such as coastal property exposures, high value homes, livery physical damage auto, and small commercial risks. The company has always written business strictly through independent agents and prides itself on superior service and in providing a consistently strong market presence.  Visit them at https://www.kingstoneinsurance.com/

 

Since 1918, Merchants Insurance Group has been providing quality property and casualty insurance protection to its policyholders, and it has been earning their business…every day. Headquartered in Buffalo, New York, Merchants Insurance Group is comprised of three companies, Merchants Mutual Insurance Company, Merchants Preferred Insurance Company and Merchants National Insurance Company. Visit them at https://www.merchantsgroup.com

 

NYCM Insurance is a property and casualty insurance company located in central New York that employs more than 800 dedicated insurance professionals. Since 1899, NYCM Insurance has been committed to protecting the things that matter most to its clients. Its loyal and caring employees are dedicated to delivering a quality, personalized customer service experience that families can depend on from one generation to the next. Today, NYCM provides the same service and security the company was built on more than 100 years ago. New York Central Mutual operates three branch offices across New York State and has established its presence as a leading personal lines insurance carrier. Visit them online at https://www.nycm.com/

 

The Institutes Griffith Insurance Education Foundation is a not-for-profit [501(c)(3)] organization dedicated to providing non-advocacy educational offerings that promote the study and teaching of risk management and all lines of insurance to high school and college students, as well as government officials and policymakers. The Institutes Griffith Insurance Education Foundation, in conjunction with Assurex Global, offers The Robert P. Ashlock Risk Management and Insurance Development Program, which awards grants annually to institutions of higher education, including community colleges, that wish to develop or expand risk management and insurance education programs. Visit them online at https://www.griffithfoundation.org/

 

CNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies. Backed by more than 120 years of experience, CNA provides a broad range of standard and specialized insurance products and services for businesses and professionals in the U.S., Canada and Europe. CNA’s senior management team consists of proven, experienced insurance leaders who are committed to developing long-term relationships with  customers and producers. Visit them online at https://www.cna.com

 

 

LIIEF would also like to acknowledge its Founding Donors, who have committed to multi-year pledges in support of our efforts. These supporters make it possible for us to work toward our own multi-year goals, and provide us with a bedrock of support from which to grow and reach out to new audiences:

John Reiersen, CPCU, retired Former CEO of Kingstone Insurance Company, is a Board Member and Past President of LIIEF. After 53 years in an industry that was very good to him, John is honored to be able to devote his experience and time to this most worthwhile cause.

 

The Karras Agency specializes in Auto, Home, Life, Boat, and Small Business insurance in the Port Jeff, Setauket, Centereach, Stony Brook, and Coram areas. The Karras Agency is proud to have served the greater Port Jefferson area since 1982 as a family-owned and operated independent insurance agency, connecting clients with insurance companies and policies that best suit their needs, for the best price. Visit them at http://www.karrasagency.com/

 

Owners Robert and Wesley Kujawski have a combined insurance knowledge of 67+ years. Kujawski Insurance’s main objective is to provide its clients with proper insurance protection, the lowest rates, and exceptional service. A “people-oriented approach” is always stressed to help fulfill the needs of clients. This father-son, co-president duo has utilized their expertise in the insurance industry to insure and protect countless families and businesses.  Bob and Wes take the needs of each and every client into account in order to personalize a policy fit for the individual. Visit them at http://www.kujawskiinsurance.com.

 

Finally, LIIEF is pleased to acknowledge the following new donors who were generous enough to make a gift of $5,000 or more:

Treiber Family Fund

ShelterPoint Life Insurance

Guy Carpenter / Marsh & McLennan Companies

MiniCo Insurance Agency

 

Thank you to all of our generous supporters!

A-1 Brooklyn Brokerage, Inc.

AMAC Senior Resources Network

American Agency

Ariston Brokerage Corp.

Atlantic Avenue Brokerage Corp.

Avolese Insurance Agency

Borg & Borg, Inc.

Thomas J. Crowley, Cook Maran – A Prime Risk Partner

David J. Louie, Inc.

Dayton Ritz Osbourne Agency

DCAP Management Corp., in honor of John Reiersen

DiGennaro & Associates, Inc.

Eaton Insurance Agency

Ensurance Agency

Erie and Niagara Insurance Association

Mr. & Mrs. Don & Judy Hester

Hometown Insurance Agency

Honorable Order of Blue Goose International, New York City Pond

Industrial Coverage

Investor’s Bank

James F. Sutton Agency, Ltd.

JFA Insurance Brokerage & Assoc.

LICONY

Mr. & Mrs. Scott & Mary Lobel

Long Island CPCU Society Chapter, Inc.

Long Island Insurance Community

LPL Risk Management

Lupton & Luce Inc. Insurance

Maiden Re

Marc Agency, in memory of Louis Kaplan

Marlin Insurance Agency

McMann Price Agency, In Memory of Joseph Cherepowich

Morstan Agency

Neefus-Stype Agency, Inc.

Network Agency

Prime Coverage Corp.

RAAM LLC

Regency Agency

Peter N. Resnick

The Resource Group

Rick Dennis Nu Concept, Inc.

Robert P. Brady Agency, Inc.

Rosenzweig Insurance Agency

Roy H. Reeve Agency, Inc.

Ryan & Ryan Insurance Brokers

Salerno Brokerage Corp.

Security Mutual Insurance Company

Signature B&B Companies

Sterling Insurance Company Foundation

Stuart Fries

Swiss Re American Holding Corp.

T. Gerard Brown Agency

Tillman Brokerage, Inc.

Underwriters Rating Board

United Insurance Management

White & Re Agency

Wise Insurance

Robert Zak