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VCM Captives Continue To Outperform Industry Averages
11.15.2009
With over $50 million in cash and marketable securities under management and over $20 million in annual premium flowing through our portfolio of captives and risk retention groups under management, VCM client companies continue to beat industry averages and market benchmarks.
Despite the uncertain economic environment, VCM continues to add new captives and new lines of business to our profitable portfolio of companies. As 2009 comes to a close, VCM is proud of the over 900 insured assets. The diversity in lines of coverage has also broadened to include Health Benefits and Regulatory Compliance Coverage to go along with our historically strong product lines: General/Professional Liability and Worker's Compensation.
In addition to the growth in lines of business number of new captives, VCM is honored to present a portfolio of companies who have achieved excellence in operations and investment performance. Since inception, the aggregate claims ratio for our entire stable of companies is 22%, which is less than one third of the industry average claims ratio as reported in the 2008 AM Best NAIC Annual Statement (Average Claims Ratio = 70%.
VCM also offers a unique Treasury Service for our clients whereby we invest their loss reserves according to the regulatory requirements and risk appetite of the principals. Our aggregate year to date returns have beaten the benchmark by over 100 basis points while investing largely in single A rated bonds or better.
VCM has formed over 20 successful captives and risk retention groups. The average internal rate of return is in excess of 40% annually. The typical captive returns over four times the initial cash investment in under five years of operations.
VCM Treasury Services Outperform Benchmarks
10.01.2008
VCM now manages over $25 million of cash and securities for our captives. We work with the financial institutions that hold our captive funds and design a strategy for investing encumbered and unencumbered funds. Year to date, our equity and fixed income strategies have all beaten the relevant benchmarks. VCM continues to outperform these benchmarks despite significant market uncertainty.
Captives More Attractive During Financial Uncertainty
9.30.2008
Business owners face risk during good times and bad. The cost of insurance and the solvency of traditional insurance company become more unpredictable as financial markets face limitless uncertainty. Captives are the most efficient form of insurance as they offer ownership, profit and control regardless of market turmoil. VCM is the market leader in forming and managing your captive insurance needs.
VCM Accepts Award
9.16.2008
North Carolina Association, Long Term Care Facilities recently recognized Venture Captive Management, LLC, for its contributions to the Association. As managers for the Association’s Risk Retention Group, VCM was welcomed to the Ruby Group for the Company's "generous and gracious financial contributions in support of the Mission and Programs of the Association."
VCM Unveils Corporate Capabilities at Annual NIC Conference in Chicago
9.15.2008
In September of 2008, senior members of VCM held discussions with over two dozen potential captive owners, financial professional, attorneys, appraisers and other intermediaries at the Annual NIC Conference in Chicago. This conference is the most widely attended meeting for owners and managers of Long Term Care Facilities attracting nearly 2,000 attendees. VCM introduced the concept of forming a Long Term care captive to many interested parties and continues to increase brand awareness as our products and services become more attractive during difficult financial times.
VCM Announces Promotion
8.01.2008
Michael Hartman has been promoted to Director of Marketing in addition to his current duties as Managing Director of Finance. Mike's proven track record in providing services to our clients has warranted this increase in responsibility and visibility. VCM prides itself in attracting employees, such as Mike, who are continuously re-inventing themselves to meet our clients' needs.
VCM Launches New Website
6.03.2008
Venture Captive Management launches new website with a bold new look and even more information. Our website has been long overdue for a redesign and AKBrothers team has done a wonderful job of reinvigorating the look and feel for us. We invite your comments and feedback as always.
