Celebrating Our Renewed Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent Status

By Bruce Carman, Chief Underwriting Officer at HIVE Underwriters

I am thrilled that HIVE Underwriters has once again been awarded the prestigious Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). This renewal of our status - which we first achieved in 2021 - reaffirms our unwavering commitment to uphold the highest professional standards and our dedication to continuous professional development.

Maintaining Chartered status is necessarily challenging, reflecting a public declaration to deliver professional and ethical services. It is clear that the HIVE team understands the significance of these commitments, and it is evident that we are meeting them. The CII awards this accolade to Managing General Agents (MGAs) in recognition of technical competence and a commitment to high professional standards. It also serves to indicate that HIVE embodies the principles of the Chartered ethos: Nurturing, Knowledge, Serving Society, and Client Centricity.

The CII’s recognition is not just a badge of honour, but a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire HIVE team. Confirming the renewed status, the CII said, "It is these qualities that we believe build trust and confidence among consumers, and we are pleased to be able to renew your status." This endorsement underscores our commitment to providing professional advice of the highest quality, tailored to the needs of each individual partner. 

At HIVE, we actively encourage our employees to be members of the CII where appropriate and to work towards attaining the Institute’s professional qualifications, all fully supported by the company. We also promote continuous learning by advertising market lectures and presentations regularly.

I am extremely proud of our team for this achievement. The Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status is a key hallmark of HIVE’s dedication to quality and expertise. This renewal not only highlights our commitment to professional and ethical standards but also reinforces our pledge to serve our clients with the utmost integrity and excellence.