Universal Insurance Holdings, the publicly traded underwriter of health, life and homeowners insurance, has brought in Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher for PR and IR counsel.

The Fort Lauderdale-based company, one of the top homeowner insurers in Florida, said it wants to enhance its capital markets profile and strengthen communication with investors.

Universal was hit with a $1.3M fine by regulators in Florida in May and replaced its CEO and CFO this year. Its shares are trading at the high end of its $3.96-$9.69 52-week range. Third quarter revenue was up 5% to $78.4M with net income of $14.4M.

Universal COO Sean Downes was elevated to president and CEO in February.