Dec 4, 2020 | News
In Search of Catalytic Converters: The Latest Trend in Vehicle Thefts
Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again around the country , primarily due to the value of metals. Thieves target mostly newer, lightweight vehicles, such as the Toyota Prius, but are also destroying passenger vans and vehicles owned by businesses, in order to sell the metal at scrapyards. For more information and safeguarding suggestions, read the full article here.
Article written by Lisa A. Bellis, ARM, CSM, CIC, CRIS, Director of Risk Management & Loss Control for Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley
Nov 3, 2020 | News

Client SPOTlight: CTC Manufacturing – Meet Chrissy Mayernik, CEO and her team as they talk about what they do at CTC Manufacturing.
CTC Manufacturing is a 501 c (3) nonprofit providing job training and employment opportunities for adults with disabilities who want to work. They serve the Tri-County area (Carbon, Southern Luzerne and Northern Schuylkill Counties) with a Business Center in Beaver Meadows, PA. CTC was recently awarded a grant from the Carbon County Community Foundation – “20/20 Circle Annual Meeting & Grant Program.”
To learn more about CTC, visit them today at ctcmanufacturing.com, and watch their video here.
Oct 22, 2020 | News
Lisa A. Bellis, ARM CSM, CIC, CRIS, Director of Risk Management & Loss Control at Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley regularly contributes to New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies newsletter. In the Fall 2020 issue you will find “Takeaways & Lessons, Lessons Learned During COVID-19” – a great read for all organizations. Click here to read the full article.

Lisa A. Bellis, ARM, CSM, CIC, CRIS, Director of Risk Management & Loss Control
Oct 19, 2020 | News

Erica Ford & Vicki Coyle, CEO, Meals on Wheels
Erica Ford, CIC with Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley, along with the generosity of the Cincinnati Insurance Company, presented our client – Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley with a check to recognize and thank them for their unwavering commitment to our community.
Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley chose our local Meals on Wheels to be the recipient for their ongoing commitment to provide homebound senior citizens and disabled adults with home-delivery of meals, grocery shopping, and other services.
Please join us in supporting this vital community organization by visiting their website and find out how to donate and/or volunteer.
Website: Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley
Oct 7, 2020 | News
You are invited to the next Brown & Brown Live Stream: The Truth of the Matter – COVID-19 Vaccine, Plus the Importance of a Healthy Mind & Body
Friday, October 9th at 2pm (11am PT)

Please join teammates from across Brown & Brown Insurance and our team of companies for the next informative COVID-19 live stream on Friday, October 9th at 2pm (11am PT). To register, view previous live streams, and for additional resources, visit covid19.bbinsurance.com
Please be advised that any and all information, comments, analysis, and/or recommendations set forth above relative to the possible impact of COVID-19 on potential insurance coverage or other policy implications are intended solely for informational purposes and should not be relied upon as legal advice. As an insurance broker, we have no authority to make coverage decisions as that ability rests solely with the issuing carrier. Therefore, all claims should be submitted to the carrier for evaluation. The positions expressed herein are opinions only and are not to be construed as any form of guarantee or warranty. Finally, given the extremely dynamic and rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation, comments above do not take into account any applicable pending or future legislation introduced with the intent to override, alter or amend current policy language.
Sep 22, 2020 | News
You are invited to the next Brown & Brown Live Stream: Checking in On COVID – Hospitality & Event Industry Response to a Pandemic
Friday, September 25th at 2pm (11am PT)

Please join teammates from across Brown & Brown Insurance and our team of companies for the next informative COVID-19 live stream on Friday, September 25th at 2pm (11am PT). To register, view previous live streams, and for additional resources, visit covid19.bbinsurance.com
Please be advised that any and all information, comments, analysis, and/or recommendations set forth above relative to the possible impact of COVID-19 on potential insurance coverage or other policy implications are intended solely for informational purposes and should not be relied upon as legal advice. As an insurance broker, we have no authority to make coverage decisions as that ability rests solely with the issuing carrier. Therefore, all claims should be submitted to the carrier for evaluation. The positions expressed herein are opinions only and are not to be construed as any form of guarantee or warranty. Finally, given the extremely dynamic and rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation, comments above do not take into account any applicable pending or future legislation introduced with the intent to override, alter or amend current policy language.
Sep 9, 2020 | News
You are invited to the next Brown & Brown Live Stream: The New Workplace – Considerations for Healthy Buildings & Healthy People
Friday, September 11th at 2pm (11am PT)

Please join teammates from across Brown & Brown Insurance and our team of companies for the next informative COVID-19 live stream on Friday, September 11th at 2pm (11am PT). To register, view previous live streams, and for additional resources, visit covid19.bbinsurance.com
Please be advised that any and all information, comments, analysis, and/or recommendations set forth above relative to the possible impact of COVID-19 on potential insurance coverage or other policy implications are intended solely for informational purposes and should not be relied upon as legal advice. As an insurance broker, we have no authority to make coverage decisions as that ability rests solely with the issuing carrier. Therefore, all claims should be submitted to the carrier for evaluation. The positions expressed herein are opinions only and are not to be construed as any form of guarantee or warranty. Finally, given the extremely dynamic and rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation, comments above do not take into account any applicable pending or future legislation introduced with the intent to override, alter or amend current policy language.
Aug 18, 2020 | News
You are invited to the next Brown & Brown Live Stream: COVID-19 Economy and Impact to Business
Friday, August 21st at 2pm ET (11am PT)

Please join teammates from across Brown & Brown Insurance and our team of companies for the next informative COVID-19 live stream on Friday, August 21st at 2pm ET (11am PT). To register, view previous live streams (including “An Educated Reopening, Parts I & II”), and for additional resources, visit covid19.bbinsurance.com
Please be advised that any and all information, comments, analysis, and/or recommendations set forth above relative to the possible impact of COVID-19 on potential insurance coverage or other policy implications are intended solely for informational purposes and should not be relied upon as legal advice. As an insurance broker, we have no authority to make coverage decisions as that ability rests solely with the issuing carrier. Therefore, all claims should be submitted to the carrier for evaluation. The positions expressed herein are opinions only and are not to be construed as any form of guarantee or warranty. Finally, given the extremely dynamic and rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation, comments above do not take into account any applicable pending or future legislation introduced with the intent to override, alter or amend current policy language.
Aug 17, 2020 | News
Paul Pugielli, Senior Vice President for Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley was interviewed for the August 2020 issue of Pennsylvania Township News focusing on Municipal Insurance. Paul’s interview is included in three articles throughout the August 2020 issue. Protecting People & Property, What You Need to Know About Personal Liability and Purchasing Insurance are important and vital resources for municipalities as they navigate the insurance market. Click on the articles below to read the full articles.
Aug 11, 2020 | News

We are proud to announce that Tiffany Vrabel, Vice President for Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley is featured in the August 2020 issue of Lehigh Valley Style’s “Women Who Move the Valley”. Read the full article here, on page 52!