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Island Insurance Appoints James Shigeo Dixon as Assistant Vice President, Compliance and Governmental Affairs
HONOLULU - Island Insurance Company, Ltd., the State's largest locally owned and managed property and casualty insurance carrier, has appointed local attorney James Shigeo Dixon as Assistant Vice President, Compliance and Governmental Affairs.
In this newly created position, Dixon will lead the regulatory and governmental affairs efforts for the company and provide critical analysis of current and proposed legislation and regulatory rules. Dixon will support working with the Insurance Division on government required filings as well as monitor and provide communication of regulatory compliance issues.
"We are very pleased to have an attorney of Jim's caliber join our team," said John Schapperle, President and Chief Operating Officer of Island Insurance. "His specialized knowledge in compliance, government affairs, and working with the legislature will enhance our organization as we grow."
Prior to joining Island Insurance, Dixon was an attorney with the Law Offices of Marvin S.C. Dang where he provided legal representation to clients in civil litigation, administrative proceedings and governmental affairs involving financial services regulatory matters, collections and conveyances and compliance with state and federal statutes. Dixon has also held positions with Ayabe Chong Nishimoto Sia & Nakamura, the Hawaii State Insurance Division - Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and served as Special Deputy Liquidator of the Hawaii Dental Health Plan.
Dixon is a graduate of Wauwatosa East High School in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the University of Wisconsin. He also earned his Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin Law School. He is a member of the Hawaii State Bar Association, Wisconsin State Bar Association and American Bar Association.
His professional affiliations include: District Chair for the 25th District, Hawaii Democratic Party; Member of the Board of Directors, Friends of the Judiciary History Center of Hawaii; Treasurer, I Mua! Mamua! University of Wisconsin Alumni Association of Hawaii; and Treasurer, Lions' Club, Diamond Head Chapter.
Island Insurance Company, Ltd. is Hawaii's largest locally owned and managed insurance carrier, offering a full range of property and casualty protection. Founded in downtown Honolulu in 1939, Island Insurance has been serving Hawaii's families and businesses for more than 65 years. Today it employs over 180 people and has an "A" (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best Company and an "A" (Strong) rating from Fitch Ratings.