Gibson

Gibson

Gibson is a team of risk management and employee benefits professionals with a passion for helping leaders look beyond what others see and get to the proactive side of insurance. As an employee-owned company, Gibson is driven by close relationships with their clients, employees, and the communities they serve. The first Gibson office opened in 1933 in Northern Indiana, and as the company’s reach grew, so did their team. Today, Gibson serves clients across the country from offices in Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Utah.

Recent posts by Gibson

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Workers’ Compensation 101: 5 Considerations For Your Return-To-Work Program

By Gibson on Jun 7, 2017 6:30:00 AM

Even the best risk management strategies leave some room for workplace injuries. When the employee comes back, you need to make sure you have the best possible return-to-work plan too. We’ve highlighted the benefits to the employee, but your insurance company expects it as well. In fact, an underwriter’s pricing decision may be impacted by whether or not you have a bona fide return-to-work plan.

Here are 5 important considerations for your organization’s return-to-work program…

Topics: Risk Management Workers' Compensation
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National Safety Month: Keep Each Other Safe

By Gibson on Jun 5, 2017 6:30:00 AM

June is National Safety Month. While workplace and home safety are important every day of the year, the National Safety Council (NSC) specially focuses on safety during the month of June to help educate the public. Highlighting the following four themes throughout the month, the NSC aims to reduce the leading causes of injury and death – at home and in your workplace.

Topics: Risk Management Personal Insurance & Risk Management
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The Art Of Giving: Radical Change In Making Referrals

By Gibson on Jun 2, 2017 6:30:00 AM

 

Today we’re sharing insight from guest blogger Terry Ploetz, Vice President of Business Banking for Centier Bank. We hope you enjoy Terry’s wisdom and perspective.

Time is a known and limited resource. In our daily lives we strive to save time for our own purposes. For those in a service market or sales position, growing your portfolio requires select and focused behaviors that take up quite a bit of time. To sustain future growth, you have to become more efficient or spend more time doing the work you did in prior years. At some point, the model breaks down; you can’t create or make more time.

Topics: Executive
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Personal Risk Management: Don’t Get Caught In A Storm Without An Umbrella...Policy

By Gibson on May 31, 2017 6:30:00 AM

Umbrella insurance is the subject of a few misconceptions that lead people to think it’s unnecessary. Some believe it to be applicable only to the lifestyles of the extremely wealthy, while others think their existing homeowners and auto policies provide enough protection. Both of these views fail to take into account how much exposure the average person is subject to on any given day. You drive your children to school, take your dog for a walk, update Facebook about your interaction with an unfriendly neighbor, have friends over for dinner—all without realizing that a single mishap or accident during any one of these activities could result in a lawsuit.

Topics: Personal Insurance & Risk Management
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Redemption, Deliverance...And Leadership?

By Gibson on May 26, 2017 6:30:00 AM

Today we’re sharing insight from guest blogger Todd Bruce, Senior Vice President & Regional Manager for Lake City Bank's North Region. We hope you enjoy Todd’s wisdom and perspective.

When you hear the words redemption and deliverance, what is the first word that comes to mind? I bet it’s not leadership. Leadership is about leading, coaching, developing, overcoming…to which I say, exactly my point, redemption and deliverance.

Topics: Executive
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Personal Risk Management: Understanding The Risks Of Home-Sharing

By Gibson on May 17, 2017 6:30:00 AM

Have you ever dreamt of ditching the standard hotel room in favor of British castle or spending your vacation on a private island instead of a crowded resort? Thanks to home-sharing services such as Airbnb and HomeAway, either option is now attainable with the click of your mouse.

If the term “home-sharing” is unfamiliar to you, just imagine Uber’s business model with shelter taking the place of transportation. Home-sharing services are community marketplaces that allow people to rent out their houses, apartments, or even spare rooms to guests visiting the area. The practice offers travelers a unique alternative to hotels, and it can be a great way for homeowners or tenants to bring in extra money.

But while its benefits can certainly be extolled, the practice of home-sharing is not without risks. Whether you’re interested in hosting or renting, understanding how to best protect yourself from potential liabilities is the key to a successful home-sharing experience.

Topics: Personal Insurance & Risk Management
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Workers’ Compensation 101: The Benefits Of A Strong Return-To-Work Program

By Gibson on May 15, 2017 6:30:00 AM

A strong return-to-work program has numerous benefits – for the employees and the employer! If you are having difficulty getting buy-in from your employees, front-line supervisors, or even top management to start or reboot your return-to work program, start by explaining the benefits of the program.

Topics: Risk Management Workers' Compensation
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Leadership Lessons From The Mayor Of Fort Wayne

By Gibson on May 12, 2017 6:30:00 AM

Today we’re sharing insight from guest blogger Tom Henry, Mayor of Fort Wayne. We hope you enjoy Mayor Henry’s wisdom and perspective.

Engage, innovate, and perform. Those three words have helped serve as my mission and vision since becoming mayor in 2008. Engagement, innovation, and performance also drive my leadership staff and the future leaders we’re developing among our 1,800 City of Fort Wayne employees.

Topics: Executive
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2018 HSA & HDHP Limits Announced

By Gibson on May 11, 2017 9:38:35 AM

On May 4, 2017, the IRS released Revenue Procedure 2017-37 revealing dollar limits for High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for 2018.

Topics: Employee Benefits Health Care Reform
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Preventing Workplace Violence [Webinar]

By Gibson on May 10, 2017 6:30:00 AM

The threat of violence is a reality in the modern workplace. Each year, nearly 2 million U.S. workers report having been victims of workplace violence. And that is only the reported cases, unfortunately many other incidents go unreported.

The impact of workplace violence can be devastating. It’s a serious threat to an organization’s safety, security, business continuity, employee productivity, brand, and reputation. What can you do to prevent incidents in your workplace? And how can you be prepared to respond should tragedy strike?

Topics: Risk Management