MOBILE, Ala. – The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), the leading provider of workers’ compensation to waterfront employers, announced three new members of the ALMA Member Advisory Council (“Council”) this week in Point Clear, Ala., at the Council’s annual meeting.

Incepted in 2014, the ALMA Member Advisory Council is a group of forward-thinking maritime industry professionals who provide insight into the unique challenges faced by waterfront employers. Working closely with AEU’s senior management team, they provide input on company innovations, recommend new products and services, and advise on industry-wide concerns affecting waterfront employers.

“Listening to feedback from employers is critical to the success of the membership and the industry as a whole,” said Michael Lapeyrouse, president and CEO of AEU. “The Council has enabled us to address major pain points felt by those in our industry and continue to help us innovate as a company.”

At this week’s annual Council meeting, three new members were announced, and four members transitioned to emeritus status after completing a three-year term.

New 2019 ALMA Member Advisory Council Members

  • Michael Brackin, Controller, North America Stevedoring Company, LLC
  • Jill Savard, President and Chief Executive Officer, Savard Labor and Marine Services
  • Jeff Weston, Senior Vice President Commercial Operations, Cooper/T. Smith Corporation

New Emeritus Members

  • Nichole DeGidio - Vice President, Human Resources, Global, A 1st Flagship Company
  • Harry Nicholsen - Chief Financial Officer, Mare Island Dry Dock, LLC
  • Lee Nelson, President, Upper River Services, LLC
  • Timothy Sargent, Chief Financial Officer, Rybovich Boat Company, LLC