In 1909, Iowa grain elevator and farm leaders needed a way to stop the financial devastation caused by frequent and destructive wooden elevator fires that were occurring across the nation. Together, they created an alternative source of dependable, affordable insurance to protect against their losses.Founded in Aurelia, Iowa, the Farmers Cooperative Elevator Mutual Insurance Association was the seed that became Farmland Insurance. The company built a solid reputation by focusing on the needs of American agriculture.

New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company began in 1913, founded by factory owners who wanted to purchase insurance from a reliable, local, safety-oriented carrier. The Company has worked steadily ever since to build a reputation for efficiency, integrity and superior service.NJM writes coverage directly for consumers without the expense of agents' commissions, and operates in a mutual fashion exclusively for policyholders. Approximately $4.9 billion have been paid to policyholders as dividends since 1918.

To assure the continued availability of the highest quality insurance for dentists at the lowest premiums consistent with sound operating principles. To remain sensitive and responsive to our shareholder, policyholders, participating associations and the communities they serve.

Brown & Brown, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a diversified insurance agency, wholesale brokerage, insurance programs, and service organization in the United States. Its Retail segment provides various insurance products and services to commercial, public and quasi-public entity, professional, and individual customers. It provides insurance relating to physical damage to property, and resultant interruption of business or extra expense caused by fire, windstorm, or other perils; casualty insurance relating to legal liabilities, workers compensation, and commercial and private passenger automobile coverage; and fidelity and surety bonds. This segment also sells and services group and individual life, accident, disability, health, hospitalization, medical, and dental insurance; and provides risk management and loss control surveys and analysis, and consultation services.

One of the largest fraternal benefit societies in the US, Modern Woodmen provides annuities and life insurance to more than 750,000 members through some 1,500 agents. The group, founded in 1883, is organized into "camps" (or chapters) that provide social, recreational, and service -- as well as financial -- benefits to members. Founder Joseph Cullen Root chose the society's name to compare pioneering woodmen clearing forests to men using life insurance to remove the financial burdens their families could face upon their deaths. Modern Woodmen offerings also include mutual funds, brokerage, and retirement and educational savings plans.

Forum National Investments Ltd. (Forum Investments) was incorporated in British Columbia, Canada in 1995. We are a registered public company trading under the symbol FMNL. There primary business revolves around developing consumer driven organizations designed to enhance lifestyles.The largest company in our portfolio is a company specializing in Life Settlements throughout the United States. ( ALSS )

Everest is world leader in property and casualty reinsurance and insurance, offering innovative products, responsive service and unsurpassed financial strength.Everest Reinsurance Co. underwrites virtually all classes and categories of business in treaty, facultative and specialty lines, both through brokers and directly with ceding companies. Primary insurance products and services are available through several subsidiary operations including Everest National Insurance Co., Everest Indemnity Insurance Co. and Everest Insurance Company of Canada.

In 1935, George Petersen was the founding partner of the agency that still bears his name—and which still upholds his ideals of intensely focused customer service and cultivation of long-term relationships. Founded in Eureka, California and gradually branching out through the entire north coast, the agency today offers comprehensive insurance services from seven offices.As one of the largest independently owned brokerage firms in Northern California, we enjoy the kind of access to markets that brings tremendous value to clients. That translates into competitive pricing, but just as important is our value as a trusted resource for our clients.

The National Insurance and Guarantee Corporation (NIG) is a wholly owned subsidiary of RBS Insurance Group Limited and was originally incorporated 8th October 1894 to provide personal and commercial insurance throughout the UK. NIG was part of the Churchill group of companies acquired by The Royal Bank of Scotland Group on 1st September 2003. NIG sells its products exclusively through independent brokers operating across the UK. Following a strategic review NIG withdrew from the personal lines market in August 2010 focusing its commitment in delivering commercial insurance through exclusive distribution via the broker.

At Brown & Brown (B&B®), we know that we must be as agile as the cheetah in order to thrive in the currently very competitive insurance environment. Our unique culture has enabled us to quickly chase down new opportunities, adapt our products and services to best meet market demands, and satisfy our many and varied clients.

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