Carmine Montuori Receives Prestigious Trusted Risk Advisor™ (TRA) Certification

Branford, Connecticut, January 3, 2025 – V.F. McNeil Insurance, a leading independent insurance and risk management firm, proudly announces that Carmine Montuori, CIC, Vice President, has achieved the Trusted Risk Advisor™ (TRA) certification. This distinguished certification is awarded by Beyond Insurance and the Professional Insurance Agents of Connecticut.
 
“We are incredibly proud of Carmine for his dedication to continuous improvement and professionalism in risk management,” said Daniel McNamara, CIC, Agency Principal of V.F. McNeil Insurance. “By earning the TRA certification, Carmine has gone above and beyond to meet our clients’ needs and enhance their ability to reduce risk exposure. His commitment translates directly into tangible benefits for our clients, such as reduced claim frequency which can result in a lower cost of risk.”
 
The Trusted Risk Advisor certification is a rigorous, four-part program completed over four months. It equips agents and brokers with advanced knowledge, tools, and processes to effectively identify, analyze, and mitigate client risks and exposures. Holding the TRA designation symbolizes professional excellence in consultative sales and enterprise risk management.
 
Participants in the TRA program engage in an intensive curriculum. Learning includes mastering the use of a risk management matrix, conducting comprehensive risk audits, and developing strategies for risk mitigation and monitoring. This proactive approach ensures that clients receive tailored solutions aligned with their evolving needs and operational changes.
 
“Carmine’s achievement positions him as a leader in delivering enterprise risk management solutions to organizations of all sizes,” said Scott Addis, CPCU, CRA, President and CEO of Beyond Insurance. “The TRA certification is reserved for seasoned professionals who demonstrate a deep commitment to building credibility, trust, and value-driven client relationships.”
 
About V.F. McNeil Insurance
V.F. McNeil Insurance is a Trusted Choice® independent insurance agency based in Branford, Connecticut. The agency specializes in providing customized insurance solutions for individuals, families, and businesses throughout the region. With a strong commitment to community engagement, V.F. McNeil Insurance proudly supports local organizations and charitable initiatives.  For more information, visit www.vfmcneil.com.
 
About Beyond Insurance
Beyond Insurance is a consulting firm that offers leadership training, cultural transformation, and talent and tactical development.  These services benefit enlightened professionals who are looking to take their organization to the next level. Since 2007, the proven and repeatable processes of Beyond Insurance have transformed organizations.  These transformations are measured by enhanced organic growth, productivity, profitability, and value in the marketplace.  www.beyondinsurance.com