Steve Forbes to speak at Seventh Annual Target Markets Summit

Wilmington, DE – July 2007 – The Target Markets Program Administrators Summit announced today that Steve Forbes, publisher and former presidential candidate, will be presenting the keynote address this year at the group’s seventh annual program Summit in Tempe, Arizona.

“Steve Forbes is one of the most recognizable names in the US business community”, said Greg Thompson, TMPAA Association President. “We look forward to hearing what Mr. Forbes has to say about the current business/political climate and the possible implications for the insurance industry.”

The keynote address by Mr. Forbes is being sponsored by TMPAA Carrier Member, XL Insurance in conjunction with its Programs division. Representing XL Insurance, John Hartman, Chief Underwriting Officer Programs stated: “We believe that the TMPAA plays an increasingly important role in the Program Business segment of the insurance industry. XL Insurance is very pleased to support Target Markets by backing an acclaimed speaker of Mr. Forbes’ stature.”

The Seventh Annual TMPAA Summit is scheduled for October 15-17, 2007. In addition to Mr. Forbes, decision makers from 40 Program carriers will be presenting their program strategies and appetites and meeting with attendees to discuss program business opportunities. The Association also plans a “technology expo” featuring MGA software solutions, and program specific workshops addressing topics chosen by member agencies.

Program Specialists / MGA’s interested in learning more about the TMPAA, can visit the Association website at www.targetmarkets.com, or by calling 888-347-5700.

For additional information, contact Ray Scotto – Executive Director – at (877) 347 – 5700.
E-mail address: ray.scotto@targetmkts.com
Target Markets Program Administrators Association.