Roemer Insurance CEO Appointed to ATRI Research Advisory Committee

PRLog (Press Release) - Sep 17, 2007 -
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ROCKY ROEMER APPOINTED TO ATRI RESEARCH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
September 19, 2007, Toledo, OH...Rocky Roemer, President and CEO of Toledo-based Roemer Insurance, has been appointed to serve on the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). The RAC is charged with annually recommending a research agenda for the American Transportation Institute. “The ATRI IS renowned for its innovative thinking, critical analysis and uncompromised excellence,” said Mr. Roemer. “It is an honor to serve as part of this committee.”

The American Transportation Research Institute is a well-known leader in transportation-related research. The ATRI is part of the American Trucking Associations (ATA) Federation, which represents over 35,000 motor carriers through the affiliated trucking associations in 50 states. As a result of the ATRI’s prominence within the trucking industry, state and federal agencies turn to the organization for trucking-related research, particularly when industry insight and cooperation is essential to the success of a project.

The Research Advisory Committee is comprised of government officials, independent scientists, labor union officials, academics and trucking company executives and suppliers from a diverse cross-section of the industry, all who understand the importance of sound science to an industry as complex as the trucking industry.

Roemer Insurance has been providing insurance for truckers for more than 70 years. The family owned and operated insurance and risk management firm offers a full menu of coverage including liability, physical damage, motor truck cargo, commercial auto liability, Workmen’s Compensation and group employee health insurance and benefits. For more information about Roemer Insurance visit www.roemer-insurance.com or call 419.475.5151.

About Roemer Insurance
Established in 1934 by trucking insurance pioneer, Wellington F. “Dud” Roemer,
Roemer Insurance is a third-generation family owned and operated insurance and risk-management firm. Roemer Insurance is a Toledo-area leader in employee health and benefit package plans, with strong community ties and active participation in business and charitable organizations. Committed to technology and sound insurance practices, Roemer Insurance continues to set the standard in risk management and customer service. For more information, visit www.roemer-insurance.com or call 419.475.5151.

About the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI)
ATRI is the trucking industry’s 501(c)(3) not-for-profit research organization.  It is engaged in critical research relating to freight transportation’s essential role in maintaining a safe, secure and efficient transportation system. For more information, visit www.atri-online.org or call 703.838.1966.

About The Research Advisory Committee (RAC)
The Research Advisory Committee (RAC) is comprised of government officials, independent scientists, labor union officials, academics and trucking company executives and suppliers from a diverse cross-section of the industry, all who understand the importance of sound science to an industry as complex as the trucking industry. The RAC is charged with annually recommending a research agenda for the Institute. For more information, visit www.atri-online.org or call 703.838.1966.