Our Affiliations

Walnut Advisory Corporation meets or exceeds the stringent standards required by the following professional affiliations. Membership in these national and regional groups helps ensure we're keenly aware of industry-related issues and prepared to adjust our business practices to meet the changing needs of our clients.

American Association of Managing General Agents

The Walnut Advisory Corporation has been admitted to the American Association of Managing General Agents (AAMGA).   The AAMGA is an international trade association comprised of the premier wholesale property and casualty agents and companies in the insurance industry.  To gain admittance to AAMGA, a Managing General Agent must operate three domestic programs and one international program for a minimum of three years each without interruption. The Managing General Agent must also be voted in by their peers in their geographical territory of operation and in their home state.  Membership in the AAMGA is highly selective and, therefore, the managing general agents admitted to the ranks are those who annually subscribe to a Code of Ethics and demonstrate the highest standards of excellence, experience, integrity and insurance company representation.

National Association of Professional Surplus Lines Offices (NAPSLO)
As one of NAPSLO’s founding members, we’re actively involved in issues affecting the surplus lines industry and its clients. A national trade association, NAPSLO is THE authoritative voice of surplus lines and the wholesale insurance marketing system. The association works with regulators regarding relevant legislation, provides educational opportunities and seminars, and offers other important services to its members and the industry. In doing so, NAPSLO and its members can provide additional value by knowing when new insurance products are needed and offering them to answer the needs of the ever- changing social and insurance environment. Applicants must meet financial and conduct standards in order to join the association and NAPSLO members must follow a code of ethics in dealing with customers and companies. Dealing with a NAPSLO member ensures that you are dealing with a knowledgeable surplus lines broker or company.

Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS)
PLUS enhances the professionalism of liability underwriters through education and other activities designed to address issues affecting the industry. The group is recognized as the primary source of professional liability educational programs and seminars. Its Web site and monthly Journal serve as valued information resources for members, offering the latest news and developments that help members better serve their clients

National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA)
The PIA represents independent agents in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, providing support to help professionals meet the needs of today’s – and tomorrow’s – clients. The group’s objectives include education, legislative advocacy, support and fostering cooperation between carriers and agents.

Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA)

Professional Insurance Wholesalers Association of New York State Inc. (PIWA)
Established in 1978, PIWA is a trade association of New York state insurance wholesalers serving retail insurance producers with specialty and excess lines markets. Regular meetings, seminars and conferences provide members with educational opportunities to help improve their businesses.

New Jersey Surplus Lines Association (NJSLA)
Formed in 1953, the NJSLA encourages the highest professional standards of agents, organizations and individuals supporting the surplus lines industry and distribution system. Educational, regulatory, legislative and promotional activities provide members with the tools needed to serve the specific insurance needs of New Jersey residences and businesses.

Pennsylvania Surplus Lines Association (PSLA)
The Pennsylvania Surplus Lines Association (PSLA) was formed by a small group of surplus lines licensees in May of 1982.  The PSLA serves Pennsylvania’s insurance consumers through fair and efficient regulation of the insurance industry.  The PSLA facilitates compliance with Commonwealth rules and regulations, provides means for surplus lines coverage examination and disseminates information relative to surplus lines insurance to its members .