In a welcoming move for all the fervent puck slingers and card swappers of Canada, there’s finally an insurance policy that understands the thump of a heart when a rare collectible is acquired. This isn’t just any insurance guideline, but a shining knight in armor, launched by NFP in league with Berkley Asset Protection, designed specifically for the skirmishes and challenges faced by sports card and memorabilia collectors.
Let’s rewind a tad and picture this all-too-familiar scene: a collector finds the holy grail of sports cards, invests an amount that would make even the most frugal investor blush, and adds it to their treasure trove at home, only to find that their standard homeowner’s policy is about as useful as a cardboard umbrella in a hurricane when it comes to actually protecting their new gem. Here’s where our heroes, NFP and Berkley, sweep in. Their newly minted insurance program is the Gandalf to these collectors’ Frodo Baggins – a wise and powerful protector in the perilous journey of collecting.
Greg Dunn, Managing Director of Personal Risk at NFP in Canada, paints the picture more starkly. He knows the angst of watching uninsured or underinsured treasures and understands that the emotional value can sometimes blur the substantial financial stakes involved. His message? That gaping hole where your safety net should be is now covered. With an emphasis on peace of mind, the program wishes to envelop collectors in a warm, safe blanket from the exact second a purchase is made. It provides automatic coverage for newly acquired items and includes transit coverage, which is sure to bring relief to those who’ve spent sleepless nights picturing postal mishaps.
Olivia Cinqmars-Viau, the AVP of fine art underwriting at Berkley Asset Protection, brings her own colors to the canvas, tailoring the insurance solution like it’s a bespoke suit crafted on Savile Row. The aim is clear – it’s personalized, recognizing each collector’s unique needs and the peculiarities of their collections. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all ordeal but a custom-fit armor for each valiant knight in the realm of memorabilia collection.
The patriotic cheerleader for this initiative, Steve Menzie, president and owner of the Sport Card & Memorabilia Expo (arguably the mecca for Canadian collectable enthusiasts), shouts his support from the rooftops. He envisions a future where collectors can focus on the joy and not the risk. As the head honcho of Canada’s largest sports collectibles show, his endorsement isn’t just a pat on the back; it’s a loud battle cry for change.
For those looking to see this revolutionary service in action, the NFP’s Personal Risk team will be rolling out the red carpet at the upcoming Sport Card & Memorabilia Expo in Toronto. Picture this; a booth nestled between gargantuan displays of gleaming cards and shimmering memorabilia, where the air buzzes with the exchange of hearty, excited chat about newfound insurance salvation. Visitors can stroll up and be regaled with tales of how this new program can shield their cherished collections.
This isn’t just another feather in the cap of NFP, which boasts a robust workforce scattered like a well-played deck across Canada, but a testament to their commitment to diving deep into the niches of insurance needs. With a presence in Canada that’s as striking as a Gordie Howe hat trick, coupled with a global reach that stretches wider than the arms of a defensive goalie, NFP aims to provide not just insurance, but an understanding, a camaraderie with their clients.
So here stands a pioneering moment in the world of collectibles. Gone are the days when collectors’ hearts had to flutter nervously with every new purchase. NFP and Berkley Asset Protection have extended a proverbial hand, not just offering an umbrella but building an ark for memorabilia collectors against the potential flood of risks that loom. With such guardians at their backs, collectors can now breathe easier and continue to scoop up slices of sports history, knowing their backs are well covered.
This match isn’t just in extra time; it’s a game-changer, a legacy creator for the collector’s high-stakes play, ensuring the game goes on, safer and more secure than ever.
