Alfred W. Gross, who served as Insurance Commissioner of Virginia for 14 years until he retired last year, has died, according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).
Gross retired last December at age 64 from his position as Insurance Commissioner of Virginia, a post he had held since 1996. The first began with the Bureau of Insurance in the State of Virginia Corporation Commission in 1981.
In October last year, the NAIC issued its Award for Distinguished Leadership Chair member of NAIC blank. The award honors a member of NAIC, has demonstrated exemplary leadership, was a sustained period of services, and has contributed significantly to advancing the mission of the NAIC.
"We are saddened to learn of the passing of our dear friend and former colleague, Al Gross. In his 14 years as commissioner of the Virginia Bureau of Insurance before retiring last fall, Al was an invaluable asset to the NAIC and mentor to many fellow regulators, "said NAIC President Susan E. Voss by statement.
"He was a leader in financial regulation and internationally renowned for their contributions. State-based regulation is better for it. While it was praised for his expertise in regulation, Al was also appreciated for their service and friendship. On behalf of the NAIC, we extend our condolences to his family. "
Gross retired last December at age 64 from his position as Insurance Commissioner of Virginia, a post he had held since 1996. The first began with the Bureau of Insurance in the State of Virginia Corporation Commission in 1981.
In October last year, the NAIC issued its Award for Distinguished Leadership Chair member of NAIC blank. The award honors a member of NAIC, has demonstrated exemplary leadership, was a sustained period of services, and has contributed significantly to advancing the mission of the NAIC.
"We are saddened to learn of the passing of our dear friend and former colleague, Al Gross. In his 14 years as commissioner of the Virginia Bureau of Insurance before retiring last fall, Al was an invaluable asset to the NAIC and mentor to many fellow regulators, "said NAIC President Susan E. Voss by statement.
"He was a leader in financial regulation and internationally renowned for their contributions. State-based regulation is better for it. While it was praised for his expertise in regulation, Al was also appreciated for their service and friendship. On behalf of the NAIC, we extend our condolences to his family. "
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