​Kizzie Masterson, Mark‑James Gill, Tyler Blake

“Was New Orleans always this fun?” we asked each other, weaving through a crowd of colleagues dressed in beads, grinning ear to ear.
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Between the unforgettable food, the late‑night laughs, the second‑line parade through the French Quarter, the music pouring from every doorway, and the incredible culture surrounding us, ICA 2025 in New Orleans was an absolute blast. But as great as the gumbo and jazz were, the best part was the people.

​Partnership and open communication are the keys to maintaining a good relationship between the insurer and reinsurer. Like any strong relationship, this partnership is best when built on communication, transparency, open-mindedness and sharing in mutually beneficial efficiencies.

​Quicker might always be better when it comes to delivery of your fast-food order or your must-have item from Amazon. But when it comes to the “express claim” programs to expedite payment of life insurance and annuity death benefits, there are some important factors to consider.