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🌟 Happy Labor Day from Horton 🌟

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication that power our communities and drive progress. To honor this special day, our office is closed, allowing our teams to relax and recharge.

We’ll be back in action tomorrow to support you with all your needs.

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Business ownership transitions can be complex – but key person insurance offers peace of mind by securing financing and continuity. Discover real-world examples of how our clients have successfully navigated these transitions with the right protection in place.

Key Person Insurance: Essential for Business Transitions and Investment Security The power and flexibility of key person risk protection, deferred compensation and funding future capital needs are essential for managing risk within your business.

Whether you're facing current tax challenges or planning for the future, this article by Alex Hayes – the leader of our tax insurance practice group – offers valuable insights into how tax insurance can safeguard your assets.

Dive in to discover the benefits and details: https://bit.ly/3AtYm4Q

Tax Insurance 101: Protect Your Finances with Confidence Horton's specialized tax insurance solutions are designed to protect against specific tax positions, ensuring you are covered when it matters most.

A few members of our Horton Helping Hands committee recently had an amazing night out at the Red Shoe Brew, benefiting the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Delicious refreshments and even better company made it a night to remember. �

Our interns recently spent a rewarding day at the Ronald McDonald House in Chicago, preparing and serving meals to families in need. They enjoyed making salad and beef meatballs with rice and mole sauce. It was an honor to support such a wonderful cause!

Florida homeowners are struggling with rising insurance rates and policy drops, while the My Safe Florida Home program, which offered free upgrades, has paused due to funding issues. Rob Samuels, one of the vice presidents of our personal lines division, recently spoke with WFLA-TV, reassuring that older windows, if undamaged, shouldn't impact coverage.

Watch the full story here: https://bit.ly/3ytFW3f

Homeowners still dealing with rising insurance rates after My Safe Florida Home funds run dry Florida homeowners are still getting hammered by rising insurance rates and some people are getting their policies dropped altogether.

🎙️ Our very own Matt Meyer recently took the mic on the TrustLayer podcast, exploring the essentials of risk management and sharing invaluable career advice. Don't miss his engaging conversation and one spooky claim tale!

📢 Listen to the full podcast here:

Construction Practice Leader: Focus on Specialization, Does Working in Risk Management Affect Your Mentality? In this Greatest Hits episode of Risk Management, Brick by Brick, Matt Meyer joins Jason Reichl to discuss the key elements of a risk management program— from the relationship between businesses and brokers to risk mitigation strategies for contractors.

Happy National Intern Day to our dedicated summer interns! This week, they sharpened their corporate improv skills with Bit Theater, learning to think quickly on their feet, collaborate in teams, build trust, communicate effectively and boost their confidence. We've loved watching them grow so far and can't wait to see what else they can achieve! � �

� What an incredible day at our 2024 Leadership Forum and Networking Event! �

Speaker and author Eric Harkins inspired us with his insights on leadership and workplace culture. �

Kevin O’Connell, head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, shared his winning strategies on attention to detail. �

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this unforgettable event. Swipe through the photos to relive some of the best moments from the day! �

We are thrilled to announce the addition of several outstanding professionals to our team! Each new member brings a unique blend of skills and expertise that promises to enrich our collaborative efforts.

We're eager to see the great achievements they will bring to their roles and how they will advance their careers with us. Let's give them the best start on their new journey!

Our CEO, Dan Horton, recently shared his fascinating journey with Leader's Edge Magazine. From flying planes to leading The Horton Group, Dan talks about his favorite pastimes, leadership style and the everyday surprises of being a CEO.

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4cDjXWu 📖✨

Dan Horton | Leader's Edge Magazine Dan Horton CEO, The Horton Group

Members from our Illinois HerHorton team recently volunteered with A Safe Haven Foundation in Chicago, an organization dedicated to providing health services, training, and housing for individuals facing homelessness. We packed care kits, organized donations, weeded gardens that contributed to meals, and prepared/served lunch in the kitchen. It was fulfilling to support such an impactful cause! � �

Wishing everyone a safe and fun Independence Day! � � � Our offices are closed today, but we look forward to assisting you tomorrow.

Our HerHorton members in South Bend had a wonderful time volunteering at St. Margaret's House, a day center that welcomes women and children who live in economic poverty. We helped out with kitchen duties and organizational tasks. It was a rewarding experience for everyone involved.

Our South Bend office has been dedicated to volunteering at the Food Bank of Northern Indiana for several years, and we were thrilled to continue our support this year. Our team worked together to pack meal bags filled with donations for our community, embodying our commitment to making a positive impact locally.

This month, our team has proudly been commemorating the LGBTQ+ community through various activities, personal reflections and acts of solidarity. 🌈

Read the article here to see some of the ways our colleagues are embracing Pride, sharing their stories and showcasing their unwavering commitment to equality and love: https://bit.ly/3zd9L8g

� Attention HR Professionals!

Dive into the details of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and understand the intricacies of religious and disability accommodations in our upcoming webinar with Best & Friedrich.

� Register here: https://bit.ly/3zuRuTW

We're approaching the end of Pride month, and we've loved seeing all the different ways our team members are celebrating. Throughout June, we've held breakfasts in our different offices to create an environment where everyone feels included, respected and valued for who they are.

Stay tuned for more updates this Friday to see additional ways we've been commemorating Pride Month! �

We are excited to warmly welcome Alex Hayes as the leader of our new Tax Insurance practice group.

Alex will provide innovative and timely tax insurance solutions for renewable energy projects and various transactional and non-transactional tax risks. His wealth of experience and knowledge will be beneficial to clients.

Learn more about him here: https://bit.ly/4bamsOt

We were proud to be one of the sponsors for the NorthWest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Build Summit earlier this month.

The programming provided valuable industry insights and knowledge about the future of construction in Illinois. We loved supporting our colleagues Brenda Noriega and John Sass, who attended the event and brought back a wealth of knowledge for us to help our clients.

We're pleased to welcome 10 interns this year, who will work in our insurance, accounting and IT divisions. We can't wait to learn more about them and see them grow throughout the summer.

We are excited to welcome Kevin Breslin to our Multiemployer Consulting Solutions team. His actuarial skills and extensive knowledge of the multiemployer sector will benefit our clients.

In honor of Juneteenth, we are encouraging our teams to continue the conversation for social justice and racial equality. Here are some ways to take action.

� Wellness matters inside and outside of the workplace! We’re proud to support our team members with amazing physical wellness benefits designed to keep everyone healthy and thriving.

Here are some of the top options that the women at Horton love the most (although everyone, regardless of gender, has access to these). Which ones are your favorites?�

Happy Father's Day from our family to yours! � Today, we honor the incredible dads who guide, inspire and support us. Here are some heartfelt reflections and photos from our team, celebrating the joys and adventures of fatherhood.

💡 Captive insurance programs are reshaping risk management for private equity firms. Once an overlooked option, captives offer several benefits for firms seeking to optimize their insurance strategies and drive long-term value creation.

Learn the top four benefits below.

Four Reasons for Private Equity Firms to Consider a Captive Insurance Program Despite some initial reluctance, there are compelling reasons for private equity firms to seriously consider integrating captive insurance programs into their risk management arsenal.

We're proud to announce a major win for Flossmoor! We recently worked with the village to cut their expected BCBS premium hike in half, resulting in a 4.9% increase and approximately $60,800 in savings.

Read this article from the Homewood Flossmoor Chronicle (with insight from our very own Mike Wojcik) for more details:

Flossmoor gets good news on employee health insurance rates, hears plans for downtown wine tasting room - HF Chronicle Flossmoor officials went on a roller coaster ride before arriving at employee health insurance rates this spring, but when the ride ended, the result was better than they hoped. At one point, it looked like premiums would jump to twice the increasAlready a subscriber? Log in here. This story is[Read...

🌪️ The 2024 hurricane season is predicted to be intense. Our very own Ron Assise recently spoke with Travel Market Report about why CFAR travel insurance is essential.

Stay prepared and read the article below to learn more.

What to Know About Travel Insurance for This Year’s Predicted Wild Hurricane Season Clients need to know to plan ahead. 

EPLI (Employment Practice Liability Insurance) is key to protecting businesses from employment-related claims. It's especially crucial during M&A transactions because it covers wrongful acts by management.

Learn more from this article by Mike Richmond, one of our executive vice presidents and leaders of our M&A practice.

Understanding EPLI in Mergers and Acquisitions In today's corporate landscape, Employment Practice Liability Insurance (EPLI) plays a crucial role in safeguarding businesses against various risks associated with employment-related claims.