MOBILE, Ala. – The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), the leading provider of workers’ compensation insurance for waterfront employers, welcomed three new members to the ALMA Member Advisory Council earlier this month in Point Clear, Ala., at the Council’s annual meeting.

“Feedback is critical to AEU’s continued success. The ALMA Member Advisory Council provides the feedback we need to continue to offer the best service in the industry,” said Adele Hapworth, CEO of AEU. “Because our members know their needs best, their expertise is vital. Equipped with the right knowledge, AEU will continue to grow, innovate, and raise the industry standard year after year.”

The ALMA Member Advisory Council’s contributions help AEU address industry-wide concerns and provide members with services tailored to meet their specific needs. 

2023 ALMA Member Advisory Council Members

• Steve Cumella, Chief Financial Officer, MOBRO Marine

• Beth Gibbons, Office Administrator, Chesapeake Shipbuilding

• Kyle Hartley, Chief Executive Officer, Integrity Staffing Services

• John Heckel, Corporate Ethics & Compliance Officer, Manson Construction Co.

• Laura Machado, Chief Financial Officer, Marine Group Boat Works, LLC

• Agnes Neilson, Risk Insurance Manager, Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics

• Clay Nunnally, Chief Executive Officer, The Quality Companies, LLC

• Scott Perry, Chief Financial Officer, Core Industries, Inc.

• Steven Renn, Director of Risk Management, Watco Companies

• Karen Shoot, Vice President, J.B. Marine

• Jason Strait, Vice President of Operations, First Marine, LLC