Business
Inflation Flashback: How 2023 Inflation Numbers Are Affecting the Industry in 2024
Inflation numbers are statistically cooling this year, but people aren't feeling much relief—and it may be due to last year's lagging effects.
By Craig Tappel
July 31, 2024
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by Craig Tappel
Craig Tappel is the Chief Sales Officer for global construction insurance brokerage HUB International’s Construction Practice. His experience in construction began when he joined his father working in the family company after college. For 10 years, they worked together as independent risk management consultants serving energy, industrial and construction contractors. This led him to a role as the Chief Marketing Officer for HUB Gulf South. Craig has also held leadership roles at other national brokers and served as a General Manager for an MGA providing contractor package and commercial auto fleet coverage. He holds a number of professional designations including CPCU, CLU, AMIM, ARe, CPA, and CGMA.
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