Monthly Archives: September 2025

Meet Ashley Engl: Tech Trailblazer, Advocate, and Co-Host of the NY Women in Insurance Summit

Abstract: Get to know one of our gracious hosts of the Big I New York Women in Insurance Summit - Ashley Engl Body: With the New York Women in Insurance Summit just around the corner, we’re taking a moment to spotlight one of the dynamic women helping make it all happen: Ashley Engl, our Summit co-host and current Chair of Big I NY’s NextGen Committee.Ashley is a powerhouse in every sense, recognized as a 2024 IBA Hot 100 & Rising Star, she currently serves as Director of Technology Learning & Innovation at Walsh Duffield Companies.Whether she’s streamlining systems, empowering young professionals, or cheering on the…

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NY DFS Superintendent Adrienne Harris Resigns

Abstract: Governor Hochul today announced the resignation of Adrienne Harris, Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). Body: ​Governor Hochul today announced the resignation of Adrienne Harris, Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). Kaitlin Asrow has been appointed Acting Superintendent.According to a press release, Asrow previously served as Executive Deputy Superintendent of the DFS Research & Innovation Division, where she oversaw the regulation of virtual currency companies.The position of DFS Superintendent is a gubernatorial appointment subject to confirmation by the State Senate. Superintendent Harris was appointed by Governor Hochul in August 2021 and confirmed on January…

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NFIP Due To Lapse Sept. 30

Abstract: Once again, the NFIP’s authority to issue and renew flood insurance policies will expire at midnight on September 30 unless Congress passes a bill and the president signs it before then. Body: ​Image of flooded city str​eet created using ChatGPT 5It's late September, bringing with it familiar signs of autumn …School busses on the road again …Crisp, cool mornings …Buffalo Bills fans swinging between joyful celebration and abject despair …Holiday decorations on sale at Home Depot, … andThe National Flood Insurance Program  is about to lapse. Starting Wednesday, you probably will be unable to write, renew or endorse flood insurance policies through the NFIP or…

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