The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), a provider of workers’ compensation insurance for waterfront employers, has announced that Mike Adams, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, has been appointed to the Shipbuilders Council of America Partners Committee. The committee represents shipyard supplier and partner members and works to strengthen engagement across the shipbuilding industrial base.
AEU shared the announcement as part of its ongoing involvement in the maritime and shipbuilding sectors. Adams will represent AEU while contributing to the committee’s efforts to support collaboration among organizations connected to the U.S. shipyard industry.
Adams’ Role and Industry Experience
Adams has been with AEU since 1995. During his tenure, he has held leadership roles in finance, underwriting, and sales. In his current position as Executive Vice President and Managing Director, he helps guide the company’s strategic direction. In addition, he supports relationships across the maritime industry.
According to AEU leadership, Adams’ experience will support the work of the Shipbuilders Council of America and its partner members.
“A strong shipbuilding industry supports a stronger maritime economy, and that work depends on serious collaboration across shipyards, suppliers, and the broader waterfront community,” said Win Thurber, Chief Commercial Officer of AEU. “Mike brings steady leadership and deep industry knowledge to this role, and we are proud to see him represent AEU alongside the Shipbuilders Council of America and its members.”
Shipbuilders Council of America
The Shipbuilders Council of America is the national trade association for the U.S. shipyard industry. The organization supports and promotes the American shipyard sector, including shipbuilders, ship repairers, and the supplier base that supports these operations.
The council provides strategic information and expertise to its members. It also advocates on behalf of the shipyard industry before Congress, the Executive Branch, and the media.
About The American Equity Underwriters, Inc.
The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), an Amwins company, serves as program administrator for American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd. The association is a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor for waterfront employers in all 50 states under the United States Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act.
Based in Mobile, Alabama, AEU provides services that include claims handling, loss control, longshore consulting, and additional support for waterfront employers.
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