CRIS® in the Press
Please see these articles and press releases from other construction risk and insurance
industry organizations:
National Advertising Campaign
Did you know? ... IRMI is helping you build the value of the CRIS certification in
the construction insurance industry. For the past 3 years, a series of print
advertisements have appeared in the following national publications: ABC’s Construction Executive, CFMA’s
Building Profits, AGC’s Constructor,
ENR, and ENR’s California
Construction and Texas Construction.
This campaign showcases the commitment CRIS designees have made to their profession
and explains to contractors why they should consider using a CRIS-certified agent
or broker to handle their insurance. It also encourages contractors to find a CRIS-certified
professional in the CRIS Broker Directory.
What Others Are Saying about CRIS
Agents & Brokers
See this short video testimonial in the words of these agents and brokers:
- William A. Marino, Vice Chairman, Aon Construction Services Group
- Teresa A. Martin, Vice President and Producer, Lockton Companies
- Robert Higgins, Executive VP—Risk Services, Schiff, Kreidler-Shell
"CRIS gave me the confidence to work with these large accounts ..."
"With 12 years of insurance experience and then 10 years out of the industry, I
came back to work needing a refresher. I became an account manager for some very
large developers and builders, and my boss suggested I look into the CRIS
program. CRIS gave me the confidence to work with these large accounts and feel
good about guiding them through the insurance waters."
Dorothy B. Piehl
Account Manager
Smith Insurance Services, Inc.
"CRIS certification reflects our organization's dedication and commitment to the
construction market ..."
"Managing construction risk poses unique challenges for contractors, brokers, insurance
agents, underwriters and claims professionals. At Harleysville Insurance, we recognize
that special training and certification related to this line of business can greatly
benefit our insured contractors and our organization. That's why every member
of our construction litigation team has earned the CRIS certification. The program's
course materials include a healthy balance of topics that are familiar to construction
risk professionals, along with well-timed reminders of the concepts we don't
address on a daily basis. The CRIS certification reflects our organization's
dedication and commitment to the construction market, as well as our efforts to
respond to the challenges and opportunities we face in managing construction risk."
Lee Wright
Construction Defect Litigation Manager
Harleysville Insurance
"... the most comprehensive program that I have seen for construction
professionals ..."
"This is the most comprehensive program that I have seen for construction
professionals or for those that want to become knowledgeable in the field. The
five parts are laid out very well and address the needs of the construction industry. It provides
a valuable tool for the insurance buyer as well as agent/brokers who need to understand
the various forms/coverage being offered today. I would also recommend it to any
company underwriter who deals with construction as it provides a wealth of information
to assist in a better understanding of the industry. I don't think there is
anyone that could not benefit by taking the courses. Both IRMI and WebCE have done
an excellent job in putting this one together. I applaud those responsible for the
development of this needed educational tool."
Wafford E. Dilliard
Reeves, Coon & Funderburg
"... a useful reference source for my future use."
"As is always the case with an IRMI product, the CRIS materials were very well done
and will be a useful reference source for my future use."
Robert Higgins
Vice President—Risk Services
Schiff, Kreidler-Shell
"I would recommend this program to anyone in the insurance industry."
"I discovered the Construction Risk & Insurance Specialist (CRIS) program
through the National Association of Insurance Women, International. This program
is terrific; it not only provided me with expertise in the construction
industry, but also gave me continuing education (CE) credits that I needed for
my insurance agent’s license. The courses were offered online which provided me
the flexibility of studying and taking the exams at my convenience. I would
recommend this program to anyone in the insurance industry."
Joi Wilson
Senior Account Executive
Star Risk Services, Inc.
"We all have a lot to keep up with in this business ..."
"The material has been very useful not just with our construction accounts, but
as a source of reference with our contracting (and other) accounts as well. We
all have a lot to keep up with in this business, and I’m looking forward to the
courses that will appear for continuing ed credit as one way to meet this
challenge."
L. Kevin O’Connor
Claims
Gencorp Insurance Group
Contractors
"Wow this is pretty cheap for training—how good can this be?"
"I got into risk management roughly 3 years ago, with a background in safety.
The president of the company asked if I would be interested in heading up our
Risk Management department and of course I said yes not really knowing what I
was getting myself into. Once I got going, it was like I hit a brick wall, and I
got really discouraged about my new position. I started doing some research and
found IRMI through a Risk Manager in Chicago. After reviewing the IRMI website,
I came across the CRIS program and thought, "Wow this is pretty cheap for
training—how good can this be?" I spent the next several months reviewing each
of the CRIS units and was amazed on how much detail each of the units provided.
Ever since I received my CRIS certification, I have taken a few more courses and
still can’t believe how well these self-study courses are put together. In
addition to the CRIS program, I went to my first IRMI Construction Risk
Conference and was amazed on the different types of classes. Speakers were
wonderful; networking was amazing; and I have never seen classes so full and
nobody leaving earlier. Well done!"
Mark D. Toepfer, Safety and Risk Manager
Riley Construction Company, Inc.
Kenosha, WI
"Our company was looking for some type of information that would help our
Insurance Administrators understand why we ask our subcontractors for certain
items ..."
"Our company was looking for some type of information that would help our
Insurance Administrators understand why we ask our subcontractors for certain
items to be shown on a certificate of insurance and additional insured
endorsement(s). We found it through IRMI with the Construction Risk and
Insurance Specialist (CRIS) program. One employee received the CRIS
certification within the inaugural year, and many of us followed the year after.
The material provided is a resource that is used often as we meet the ever
changing challenges of the insurance world."
Cynthia L. Chamberlain, Insurance Administration Manager Risk Management
Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC
Dallas, TX
"This certification poses unique challenges for contractors, brokers, insurance
agents, underwriters and claims professionals."
"The Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) provided me with the expertise
to manage construction risk. This certification poses unique challenges for contractors,
brokers, insurance agents, underwriters and claims professionals. I would recommend
this program to anyone who is willing to learn how to manage risk in the insurance
industry."
Jean Campoverde, Corporate HSSE Director
B&M Construction Co., Inc.
Deerfield Beach, FL
"... very useful in helping guide me through many potential pitfalls ..."
"I handle third-party claims for a large construction company. The CRIS material
was well-written and easy to understand. It has proven very useful in helping guide
me through many potential pitfalls and as a continuing reference source."
Robert W. Imholz, Senior Claim Specialist
CCMSI
St. Louis, MO
"... many of the agents/brokers I work with do not consider me a peer. I believe
this certification from a leader in the construction arena provides credibility
in dealing with these folks."
"I am a strong advocate of anything produced by IRMI, so I decided to explore
the CRIS certification. The insurance world is constantly changing, so I really
try hard to keep updated and have never found a more educational source than
IRMI. I work in risk management for a construction company and although I am a
licensed property and casualty agent, many of the agents/brokers I work with do
not consider me a peer. I believe this certification from a leader in the
construction arena provides credibility in dealing with these folks."
Scarlett Moore, Risk Management Specialist
Gray Construction
Lexington, KY
"... the advantage I was looking for to take my career as a Contract
Administrator to the next level."
"The Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist program consisted of current
topics that were relevant to everyday issues within the construction industry
and provided me with a reference resource for many years to come. The courses
were offered online, providing me with the flexibility I need to manage the
demands of a construction career, continuing education requirements, and family
obligations. My CRIS certification provided me with specialized knowledge and
the advantage I was looking for to take my career as a Contract Administrator to
the next level."
Christi Conner, Contract Administrator
Aristeo Construction
Detroit, MI
"It's difficult to find classes that focus on a specific industry ..."
"It's difficult to find classes that focus on a specific industry, but IRMI has
done that with their CRIS program. Great for construction risk management professionals."
Jacob Concannon
Gallagher Construction Services
San Francisco, CA
"... the CRIS certification isn’t only valuable to those in the insurance
industry ..."
"I want to stress that the CRIS certification isn’t only valuable to those in
the insurance industry; it is equally beneficial to construction professionals.
In my current role, I am responsible for training our project management staff
in the areas of contracts, insurance, and risk transfer. Obtaining my CRIS
certification has not only allowed me to further develop myself professionally,
but also to serve as a solid resource for others. I highly recommend this
comprehensive, convenient program for anyone looking to become knowledgeable in
the areas of construction insurance and risk management."
Maia Jordan, Director of Administration
Trinity Building and Construction Management Corp.
Woburn, MA