Insurance 101 Offered Through a New Assurance University Webinar for Emerging Businesses

Schaumburg, IL (June 4, 2012) - Contemplating and understanding insurance needs is not the most glamorous or fun aspect of running a business; therefore, Assurance University is hosting a new webinar series throughout 2012 that will provide an introduction to insurance and other related topics that are important to consider when starting or growing a small business. During the initial 30-minute webinar, Assurance University will educate and enhance a business owner’s understanding of basic coverage needs, the role of an insurance advisor and any designated responsibilities.

The first webinar titled “Introduction to Insurance for Emerging Businesses” will be held Wednesday, June 20 from 12-12:30 p.m. CDT.

Presenter Talicia Bashford (Client Services Director, Assurance) will explain which types of coverages should be reviewed annually and explore additional types of coverage to consider as you grow. Furthermore, Talicia will describe your insurance related responsibilities as a business owner, as well as the role of and how to choose an insurance advisor.

For more information or to sign up for the webinar, visit www.assuranceagency.com/university or call Assurance at 847.463.7872. Be sure to check back for more details on other webinars in the series, which will cover the hard market, cyber liability and life insurance for emerging businesses.

This webinar is sponsored in part by Assurance’s Esteemed level business partners: AMWins, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Chartis Insurance, CAN, CRC Insurance Services, Inc., Crump Insurance Services, Inc., The Hanover Insurance Group, The Hartford, Philadelphia Insurance Group, RT Speciality, SeaBright Insurance Company, Travelers, West Bend, Westfield Insurance and Westrope. This webinar is also sponsored in part by Assurance’s Visionary level business partners: Allstate, CHC Wellness, HealthCap, Harleysville, Highland Risk Services, Meltzer, Purtill & Stelle LLC, Slavin & Slavin, SmithAmundsen, XL Insurance, and Zurich.