Spotlight on PLUS and Its Designations

As we approach the end of the year and reflect on the accomplishments of our professional community, it’s an ideal time to highlight one of the most impactful elements of the PLUS mission: our commitment to providing essential knowledge and career development opportunities. One way we work to uphold this mission is through our industry-recognized designations. These credentials have been developed to support continuous learning, elevate expertise, and strengthen leadership within the professional liability industry. They remain a cornerstone of career development for our members at every stage.

As we celebrate the value these designations bring to our industry, it’s equally important to recognize the individuals who help advance this mission. One such member is Andrew Kelly, RPLU+, CPLP, ExecPLP, whose dedication personifies the spirit of PLUS and our commitment to professional development. Andrew serves as a committed member of the ExecPLP Committee, a group dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and supporting the educational content that underpins the ExecPLP designation. His involvement reflects a strong dedication to advancing the visibility and value of PLUS designations across the marketplace.

Recently Andrew joined Tony Cañas on the Profiles in Risk podcast where he spoke about the value of PLUS designations and the importance of preparing the next generations of professionals in E&O, D&O, and Cyber Liability. To listen to the episode, click here.

Learn More About PLUS Designations

For professionals inspired by Andrew’s insights, or for anyone seeking to deepen their expertise and demonstrate their commitment to the field, PLUS offers several respected designations. Below is an overview of each designation, along with the link to requirements:

Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU)

The RPLU designation is the cornerstone of PLUS’s educational pathways. It provides a foundation in professional liability, covering underwriting principles, exposures, policy forms, claims, and industry practices. It is widely recognized as a mark of credibility and commitment within the specialty lines community.

Registered Professional Liability Underwriter+ (RPLU+)

The RPLU+ builds on the RPLU by offering advanced, specialized coursework. This designation is designed for professionals who want to refine their expertise in specific lines of business or functional areas, demonstrating a higher level of mastery beyond the core curriculum.

Cyber Professional Liability Practitioner( CPLP)

The CPLP designation is designed for professionals seeking to expand their applied expertise within the cyber and professional liability space. It strengthens practical understanding of key industry concepts and supports individuals looking to deepen their knowledge in this evolving area. The CPLP emphasizes real-world application and practitioner-level proficiency in a rapidly changing risk environment.

Executive Lines Professional Liability Practitioner (ExecPLP)

Designed for professionals specializing or interested in directors & officers (D&O) and executive lines of professional liability, the ExecPLP designation provides advanced education that deepens expertise in these complex coverage areas while enhancing professional credibility in the marketplace. Earning the ExecPLP offers a strategic career advantage by signaling leadership-level competency and a strong commitment to industry excellence.

PLUS thanks Andrew Kelly for his leadership and dedication to advancing professional lines knowledge. We encourage members and industry professionals to explore these designation pathways and take the next step in their professional development.