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Mitch Palmer Inaugurated as President of Chicago Southland Chapter - National Association of Health Underwriters

Wednesday, July 02, 2008

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SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitch Palmer was inaugurated as President of the Chicago Southland Association of Health Underwriters at the conclusion of the National Association of Health Underwriter’s 78th Annual Convention in San Diego, CA.

“In all of his health insurance-related positions, Mitch Palmer has consistently demonstrated his ability to innovate and instigate positive changes for the industry,” stated Janet Trautwein, Executive Vice President and CEO, National Association of Health Underwriters. “Palmer has given selflessly of his time and talents to help others in the industry.”

Mitch Palmer has a unique understanding of the industry and how it works, and has shared that knowledge with NAHU’s members and inspired them to become better at what they do. Palmer’s zeal and speaking ability has inspired many agents and brokers to become industry leaders and to become active in all of Chicago Southland’s activities. He is an individual who has truly given of himself for the benefit of other health insurance professionals, association members and all Americans.”

Mitch Palmer has held many leadership positions with NAHU including Secretary, Vice-President and President of the Chicago Northeast chapter of the Health Underwriters. He has been active on the legislative front and has presented various legislative issues to the membership.

He also is on the Board of Directors for the Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce as well as a member of the Government Affairs committee. Mitch Palmer is also a member of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and is an active member of the HealthCare Council. An industry veteran, Palmer has over 31 years in the business. Mitch Palmer currently resides in Mokena with his wife Judy.

Mitch Palmer is Vice-President for Life, Health and Employee Benefits at BF&S Insurance located in Tinley Park at 171st & 80th Avenue. He can be reached at 708-429-6300 or by e-mail at mpalmer@bfsins.com.

Source: BUSINESS WIRE