CNA
www.cna.com
CNA Plaza 43S
Chicago, IL 60685
Karen Melchert, Assistant Vice President
State Government Relations
Phone: (312) 822-2718
FAX: (312) 822-1186
Karen.melchert@cna.com

Percent of business in Illinois by line:
Commercial: 95% Life: 5%
Also sell Long Term Care

Are you currently appointing new agents? Yes. In the last few years, CNA has reduced its number of agencies in Illinois from 167 to 87.

What are your premium volume requirements? Looking for ½ million commitment

What is your company's most aggressive line of business? Surety, Warranty, Professional Liability, Medical Malpractice, Marine Coverage, GL, Workers Comp. CNA is the largest writer of Architects in the country and the 9th largest Commercial Auto writer in Illinois.

What methods do you use to distribute your insurance products? 95% independent agents, 4% wholesalers, 1% direct.

Additional Comments: CNA is the 7th largest Commercial writer in Illinois and has 6,000 employees in the state. CNA took the lead in trying to pass a legislative solution to the Burns v. Indiana State Supreme Court decision during the 2002 session of the Illinois General Assembly.

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