Tampa, Fla. (August 18, 2016) — PrimeGroup Insurance (PGI) is among 50 statewide companies expected to see significant growth over the next several years. PGI was selected from more than 500 nominees for Florida Companies to WatchSM, a statewide program managed by economic development group GrowFL, in association with the Edward Lowe Foundation.
Reflections: Governor’s Young Entrepreneur Award
We asked Ali Carr, Owner of Ali Specialties to be our guest blogger this month. Her business, work ethic and involvement in the community exemplify the PrimeGroup Insurance values. Here is what Ali had to say about her journey: As I received the Young Governor’s Entrepreneurship Award and reflected on my accomplishments and the last seven years of entrepreneurship, one thing comes to mind. I could not … Read More
Breathing Life into New Life Village
Kimberly Birks has worked with PrimeGroup Insurance for over 17 years! To say she is a vital part of our team is an understatement. Kimberly brings passion, knowledge of the industry, energy and fresh ideas to the team. Not to mention, she is a mother of three children! Kimberly’s passion is evident in her five year involvement with New Life Village (NLV) as … Read More
3 Tips for Balancing Your Screen Time
You can’t pick up a newspaper without seeing a headline about balancing screen time for kids.But what about adults’ screen time?You’re often on two screens at once, posting to your company’s Facebook page while monitoring Twitter to jump into customer conversations. Then you toggle over to email to finish a note to a client. At the end of the day, … Read More
4 Tips for Efficient Meetings
We’ve all been there — a meeting that never ends, eyes glazed over and no real takeaways. Chalk it up as another meeting that could have been an email!Meetings are necessary and can be productive when they stay on track. Here are 4 tips to keep meetings efficient and effective: 1. Plan. Take your time to plan out the meeting … Read More
55 for Flint
One of PGI’s fourcore valuesis Community.PGI believes that its their duty to give back to a community that has given so much to their business and families. PGI’s President, Ed Ellsasser takes this to heart and sits on the Board at The Ryan Nece Foundation (RNF). Ed joined the RNF and local student and headed to Flint, Michigan to assist … Read More
Why Taking the High Road Pays Off
We asked Jason Caras, Co-CEO of IT Authorities to be our guest blogger this month. His business, work ethic and involvement in the community exemplify the Prime Group Insurance values. Here are Jason’s thoughts on taking the high road especially as you become more successful: It’s harder to take the high road It’s easier to let your mind react accordingly … Read More
How to Prove Yourself in the First 90 Days on the Job!
So you finally GOT THE JOB….now what?? First impressions are everything (which is probably why you got the job in the first place!) especially when it comes to proving yourself to your boss and coworkers. Hunker down and be ready to put the work in! 1.Show up early and be prepared! Show up at least 10 minutes early and come … Read More
Subsidy Award Notices Are Here (June 1): Are You Ready?
Beginning June 1, 2016, employers will start receiving notifications from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) when an employee in their organization receives a subsidy to purchase health coverage from the Federal Exchange. These notices, a sample of which is available here, will report employees who have received subsidized Exchange coverage for the 2016 calendar year. Therefore, employers … Read More
Two Steps Toward a Safe, Healthy Workplace
Just because explosive materials don’t surround your business building, doesn’t mean your office has no health and safety risks. Every job has potential hazards.These include communicable disease, transportation accidents, workplace violence, slipping and falling, chemical and gas exposure, getting struck by objects, electrocution, repetitive motion and ergonomic injuries, and hearing loss. Some hazards are unlikely to happen in air-conditioned workspaces … Read More