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National African-American Insurance Association – Richmond Chapter

IIAV will be working to assist in the creation of a NAAIA chapter in the Richmond area. The National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) was organized to create a network among people of color and others employed in or affiliated with the insurance industry. The association currently has 15 chapters throughout the nation, with 2 others in development, and its members represent every sector of the industry. Pooling this wealth of talent contributes significantly to the association and its members through the sharing of professional knowledge, information and experiences.

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A Question of Value with David Dillon

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Looking for a CSR?

Christina Mendenhall currently lives in Texas but is moving to Richmond and is looking for employment. Her preference is to work remotely, as she has successfully done that in the past for other agencies. Read her resume below!

And don’t forget to post your hiring or career needs on the IIAV Career Board at www.iiav.com.

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Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/via-nwl/pdf/Christina_Mendenhall_Resume_03-14-2021[14520].pdf to view the full article online.

State & National News

Governor Northam Updates Mask Guidance to Align with CDC Changes

Governor Ralph Northam recently amended Executive Order Seventy-Two to adopt new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on mask use in outdoor settings. The CDC guidelines state that fully vaccinated individuals do not have to wear masks outdoors when alone or in small gatherings. Mask use is still required indoors and outdoors at large crowded events like concerts, sporting events and graduation ceremonies. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving the last required dose of vaccine.

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Insurance Data Security Act Update

In soon to be released regulations, the Virginia Bureau of Insurance has reiterated that all agencies —commensurate with the size and complexity of the agency — must have a written information security program that outlines the administrative, technical and physical safeguards for the protection of nonpublic information. The regulations will provide some guidance, beyond the Code, for the conduct of periodic risk assessments within the agency.
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FEMA Unveils First Flood Insurance Update in 50 Years

On Friday, April 2, the Federal Emergency Management Agency unveiled the details of an overhaul to its beleaguered National Flood Insurance Program, the initiative’s first major update in 50 years. Most homeowners in the program will have lower or stable premiums, but roughly 11% of homes — largely the highest value ones — will see increases in premiums of at least $10 a month. Those could continue to rise until they reach a cap of $12,000 a year.

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Visit https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2021/04/05/fema-unveils-first-flood-insurance-update-in-50-years/ to view the full article online.

ODU Economic Forecast Says Signs Point to a Strong Recovery in 2021

Every year, Old Dominion University's annual Economic Forecast provides what has come to be recognized as an accurate prediction of the financial year ahead for Hampton Roads, Virginia, and the nation. Except last year, that is: "COVID-19 basically threw our forecast out the window," said Economic Forecasting Project director Vinod Agarwal, an ODU professor of economics.

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Virginians Can Enroll in 2021 Health Insurance Marketplace Through August 15; Additional Savings on Coverage are Potentially Available

More Virginians who buy health insurance through HealthCare.gov (the Marketplace) may now qualify for financial help with those premiums. Virginians who already receive financial help could be eligible for additional savings on health insurance coverage following Congress’ passage of the American Rescue Plan of 2021 (ARP).

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Thank you, May VAPAC Contributors!

VAPAC Contributions
Suffolk Ins Co.	Hunter Odom
Beskin-Divers Ins	Richard Beskin
Towne Ins Agcy	Doug Favre
F A Wagner Ins Agcy	Forest Wagner
Winters Oliver Ins Agcy	Ben Winters
Coastal Ins Agcy	Hunter March
Riverland Insurers	Jim Croxton
Towne Ins Agcy	Mindy Capaldo
SWVA Ins/Slemp Brant Saunders	Dennis Jennings
McCall Ins Agcy	Bradley McCall
Teagle Ins Agcy Inc	Glen Davenport
Yergey Ins Services	Mike Yergey
Premier Ins Agcy	Chris Hobbs
Leonard L Brown Agcy	Tommy Via
Hottle & Associates	Priscilla Hottle
Rucker Agcy	Manly Rucker, III
Mason Ins Agcy Inc.	Chuck Mason
Haun Magruder Inc.	Mike Funkhouser
Grimes Ins Agcy	Greg Grimes
Lighthouse Ins Svcs LLC	Dana Loan
ACO Ins Grp	Andrew Schlaffer
Beck Ins Agcy Inc	David Beck
GHT Ins Agcy Inc	Ryan Kuester
Hubbard Ins Agcy Inc	Mark Clark
Cralle Ins Agcy	Chris Cralle
Smith Mountain Lake/Phil Hager Ins	Phil Hager

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IIAV News

Welcome Debbi Little – IIAV’s New Director of Professional Development and Programs

IIAV is pleased to announce that Debbi Little has joined the IIAV staff as director of professional development and programs. Debbi will be responsible for the IIAV education and professional development program, along with her role as the Executive Director for the Virginia Association of Insurance Agents — the IIAV non-profit educational organization that primarily works to promote the insurance industry as a valued career choice, as well as directing the pre-licensing program for P/C and life/health. She will also be the staff liaison to the IIAV Young Agents program.

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IIAV Board of Directors Approves New Leadership Slate

During the recent IIAV Board of Directors meeting, the report of the Nominations Committee for the following slate of officers and directors for FY 2021/22 was approved:

Priscilla Hottle with Hottle & Associates – Chairman

Michael Yergey with Yergey Insurance Services – Chair-elect

Ryan Andrew with the Andrew Agency – Vice Chair & Treasurer

Chris Cralle with Cralle Insurance Agency – District 1 Director – 2nd term

Chuck Gibson with Bankers Insurance Fairfax – District 5 Director – 2nd term

Jason Pittman with Encompass Insurance – Associate Member Representative

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Reminder for When Your License and CE Renewal Is Due!

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Big ‘I’ Praises House Passage of Financial Services Cannabis Bill

The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 1996, the “Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act” in a strong bipartisan fashion. The legislation would protect agents and brokers who write insurance coverage for legitimate cannabis-related businesses from criminal prosecution and civil liability.

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Education

E&O Considerations for Agency Websites and Social Media

May 19, 2021

9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Members/Non-Members: FREE

Course #222962 | 1 OGI CE Credit

This course is designed to help insurance agents identify and prevent potential E&O exposures that may be created or exist on their website or in their use of social media. It also serves to help agents advise their customers how to avoid E&O claims.

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Visit https://independentinsagentsofva.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/4rJARKbL?mode=Attendee to view the full article online.

IIAV Connects: Returning to "Normal" – Topics and Tips for Returning to Work and Working Remotely

May 25, 2021

9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Members/Non-Members: FREE

NO CE

With the workplace disruptions of 2020 somewhat behind us, agency owners are looking to return to a new workplace "normal." While what that means for each IIAV member will differ, topics to consider include:

• COVID vaccines and ongoing workplace safety measures

• Understanding provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act and related Paid Leave and COBRA requirements

• Managing a hybrid workforce

Join Claudia St. John, President of Affinity HR Group, IIAV's endorsed HR resource, to discuss these topics and to have your questions answered.

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