HEMIC Insurance Managers, Inc.

News Release

The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) has announced that the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund (HHRF) has been reactivated to address the current, pressing need for hurricane insurance coverage for apartment and condominium owner associations (AOAOs). Their website details the eligibility requirements for hurricane insurance through the HHRF and lists HEMIC Insurance Managers Inc. (HIMI) as one of two servicing facilities.

"Since our inception, HEMIC has been committed to addressing Hawaii's insurance needs," stated Martin Welch, CEO of HEMIC. "Today, we are prepared to support the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund through our subsidiary, HEMIC Insurance Managers, Inc."

Tammy Teixeira, President of HIMI and SVP of Business Development & Customer Experience at HEMIC, emphasized the company's commitment, stating, "As a wholly owned subsidiary of HEMIC, HIMI is dedicated to addressing the unique market needs of our islands through risk management and insurance solutions. We take this mission very seriously. During this challenging time, as Hawaii's businesses face property coverage issues and with hurricane season upon us, HIMI will support the HHRF in every way possible to help stabilize the marketplace."

Those seeking hurricane coverage should work with their insurance agents. Hawaii-licensed insurance agents can contact HIMI at himiquotes@hemic.com to request applications and initiate the submission process for HHRF coverage.

About HIMI

HEMIC Insurance Managers Inc. (HIMI) is a Managing General Agency/Managing General Underwriter that brokers lines of commercial business insurance, offers risk management consulting services, and provides multiline third-party claim administrator services to self-insured and captive entities.

HIMI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hawaii Employers Mutual Insurance Company (HEMIC), the State of Hawaii’s leading workers’ compensation insurance company. HEMIC cares for nearly 7,000 businesses and 75,000 workers across the Hawaiian Islands and is rated “A” for financial strength by AM Best. An expert in safety, HEMIC helps employers prevent workplace injuries as well as care for injured workers.

HEMIC has a second wholly owned subsidiary to help businesses with their additional insurance needs: Employers’ Protective Insurance Company, Inc. (EPIC) provides temporary disability insurance (TDI), ensuring that workers are covered off-the-job. To learn more about the HEMIC Family of Companies, please visit www.HEMIC.com.