FSLSO Named One of Florida Trend's Best Companies to Work for in Florida 2025

We are thrilled to announce that, for the third consecutive year, FSLSO has been named one of Florida Trend's Best Companies to Work for in Florida 2025 and proudly ranked #3 in the small business category! We’re deeply honored by this recognition, and even more humbled by the support and belief our staff has in the culture we've built together.

Thank you to our team for helping us achieve this incredible milestone once again! Here's to continuing to grow, work hard, and enjoy the journey together.

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Watch the Diligent Effort Videos Now

To help answer the variety of questions our staff received due to Florida's repeal of the diligent effort requirement, the FSLSO team has released a short, easy-to-understand video series. Each video is 1-2 minutes long and features one of our Agent & Insurer Services team members. 

The series includes:

• Diligent Effort is Out: What You Need to Know
• The Surplus Lines Disclosure: Who Needs It and When
• Compliance Requirements and What’s Still Required

For any questions, feel free to contact our Agent & Insurer Services team at 800.562.4496 x 1.

FSLSO at the Florida Surplus Lines Association 2025 Annual Convention

The FSLSO crew had a fantastic time connecting at the Florida Surplus Lines Association's 2025 Annual Convention! It was a wonderful opportunity to meet with industry professionals and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of Florida's surplus lines market.

We celebrated the leadership of Virginia Clancy as her term as FSLA President concluded and welcomed Al Geraci as the newly installed President. We’re excited to see the continued growth and direction of FSLA under his leadership.

We also had the privilege of hearing from Marc Lipman, President of Lloyd’s America, who shared valuable insights on Lloyd's strategy for growth and adaptation. Our own Executive Director, Mark Shealy gave a comprehensive presentation on Florida's surplus lines market, offering important perspectives on what the second half of 2025 might hold.

A particularly exciting session was Bridging the Talent Gap: How RMI Programs are Shaping the Future of Insurance, featuring professors Randy Dumm (University of South Florida), Charles Nyce (Florida State University), and Dave Wood (Middle Tennessee State University). It was a privilege to hear from these academic leaders and their students, discussing how RMI programs are shaping the future of the insurance industry and the professionals who will drive it.

In addition to the educational and business sessions, FSLSO was proud to participate in the FSLA’s Give Back Event in partnership with United Way Broward, where 250 backpacks were assembled to support students at Gulfstream Academy in Hallandale Beach and children in the Palm Beach area. It was truly heartwarming to contribute to such a meaningful cause.

As the official coffee sponsor for the Business Sessions, we kept attendees energized with lattes, cappuccinos, and espressos! It was great to chat over a cup of coffee and help keep everyone perked up and ready for the day's discussions.

Lastly, we had the pleasure of meeting FSLA’s official mascot, Sunny Surplus, who stopped by for a selfie or two with our team.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and we look forward to continued engagement in the year ahead!

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