A general term used for the agent who represents an insurer in a particular territory. In different kinds of insurance, this person may be given a different title; for example, a sales representative. This person is charged with servicing the insurer’s agents.
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An insurer’s representative in a territory who serves as a liaison between the insurer and the agent. The special agent is responsible for the volume and quality of the business written in that territory. Some states require a special license of special agents.
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Individual representing his Insurance Company in an exclusive territory. He supervises Agents of the Company and operations of his Insurance Company.