Norvax Health Insurance Quoting Technology To Power American Republic Insurance Company In March

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CHICAGO, IL — February 25, 2007 — This March, brokers appointed with American Republic Insurance will get a faster way to quote, market, and sell the company’s products.

Through a partnership with Norvax, the leading provider of online sales technology to the health insurance industry, American Republic’s most popular HSA-qualified plans will now be available on the popular Norvax quote engine for health insurance brokers.

“We’re pleased American Republic chose Norvax to automate their rating process. Their brokers will enjoy the new ease of presenting the company’s plans online, and the customer will have an easier time selecting their products,” said Clint Jones, chief executive officer, Norvax. “A presence on the Norvax quote engine has proved time and time again to be a valuable marketing and recruitment avenue for major insurance carriers, and American Republic will definitely benefit from this new exposure.”

American Republic’s HSA-qualified medical plans will be available for online quoting on the Norvax quote engine beginning in March.

“The partnership between Norvax and American Republic is another significant step toward American Republic’s ‘ease of doing business’ mission,” said Stan Hamann, Vice President Independent Sales at American Republic Insurance. “As we prepare to launch a new line of major medical and HSA-compatible products yet this year, leveraging the quoting and prospecting power of Norvax adds a new level of value to our appointed agents. We share a similar commitment to offer high-quality products to those we serve, so this was a natural fit.”

The Norvax quote engine allows brokers to speed up sales by creating professional online proposals in just 60 seconds that can be presented to consumers in real-time over the phone and via an internet connection.

Agents interested in the Norvax quote engine or other online insurance marketing tools can call 1-866-466-7829 or visit www.norvax.com.

Agents interested in becoming appointed with American Republic can call 800-592-5433 Option 4 or visit them online at http://www.americanrepublic.com/Norvax

About American Republic Insurance Company

With more than 75 years in the insurance business, American Republic has a mission of providing their customers with high-quality individual health and life insurance protection that allow then to nurture and maintain long-term relationships. American Insurance is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa.

About Norvax

Norvax Inc. is a leading developer of Web-based sales and customer communication tools for the insurance industry, helping insurance brokers, agents and carriers connect with customers and transact business more efficiently. From insurance websites to insurance software and lead management tools , Norvax’ product suite lets insurance agents increase sales, cut administrative time and reduce expenses by initiating customer contact faster and automatically maintaining around-the-clock communications with prospects. Founded in 2001, Norvax is privately held and based in Chicago.

Contact
Jeremiah Desmarais
Vice President, Marketing
Norvax, Inc.
312.226.0027 x8223
[email protected]