IIAV NEWSLETTER

Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia


June 2013
Johnson & Johnson
WELCOME

New Agency Members:
  - Ashcraft Assoc Insurance Agency,  Alexandria, District 5
  - BayPort Insurance LLC, Virginia Beach, District 2
  - Castlewood Insurance Agency,  Castlewood, District 7
  - Norrie Hoff Insurance Agency Inc, Virginia Beach. District 2

New Associate Members:
  - P & C Life Writers, Yuba City, Calf.

 
FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT AND CEO
As I write this article I’m somewhat haunted by the events in Oklahoma and the devastating tornado – the likes of which is rarely seen (apparently only 58 EF-5’s since 1950). And what comes to mind? Congratulations – June 1 is the start of hurricane season, which ends November 30.

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STATE & NATIONAL NEWS
The much-anticipated Project CAP consumer portal is expected to launch in June as the new TrustedChoice.com.

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More than 1 million active members of the U.S. military dedicate their lives to service. To give back to military families and the community, Progressive is hosting "Keys to ProgressSM," a special event that provides deserving military families with a free car.

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A new report from Virginia business leaders gives a ringing endorsement of the major transportation-funding package pushed by Gov. Bob McDonnell and enacted with bipartisan support in the General Assembly this year.

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In August of 2011, Hurricane Irene left a devastating imprint on the United States East Coast. The storm caused 47 fatalities and more than $15 billion in damage in the United States alone, making it the seventh most costly storm in history.

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IIAV NEWS
Beginning last fall, IIAV Chairman Tommy Via envisioned having a series of small regional membership meetings across the state. By visiting agency members in small groups in such local meetings, Via hoped to be able to accomplish many things.

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What we have here is a true convert. Introduced in the family of captives, Ryan Andrew grew up in the outskirts of Baltimore, Maryland with not one but several family members affiliated with the State Farm program.

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See what is happening with IIAV, VAIA and the Young Agents on Facebook.

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UPCOMING EVENTS
Join us for the 5th Annual IIAV Colonial Downs Outing on July 11 at 5:45 p.m. Get your tickets early as we sold out last year.

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EDUCATION
Sign up for classes and events online at www.iiav.com. To register at member prices, you MUST enter your member ID and password. If you do not have this information, please call IIAV at 1-800-288-4428.

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IIABA leadership has made the decision that the on-line learning platform (LearnCenters) of the Virtual University will be discontinued in the coming months.

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This program examines a dozen personal lines coverage topics ranging from little known or unknown, though potentially catastrophic, policy coverage gaps to important and/or emerging issues that every personal lines practitioner should know about.

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IIAV and VAIA offer a variety of topics, even designation courses, which can be brought to your office. Make scheduling of training easier on your agency by having courses in-house.

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The Accredited Customer Service Representative (ACSR) program is now being offered in a webinar format.

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You can earn the Accredited Associate in Insurance (AAI) designation by completing all nine segments, passing the exam for each and completing a free online Ethics Course.

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VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AGENTS
VAIA and IIAV offer both Property & Casualty and Life, Health & Annuities pre-licensing classes in Manassas, Richmond and Virginia Beach.

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Thanks to the VAIA volunteers who helped out with a guest speaking opportunity on May 16 at Armstrong High School in Richmond, Va. VAIA would also like to extend a big thank you to our 2013 VAIA Supporters.

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Thank you to everyone who attended and sponsored the 3rd Annual VAIA Vino Evening on May 10 at James River Cellars Winery in Glen Allen, Va.

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The Insurance Career Center is a great place to post positions you have within your agency or company. Anything from part-time to full-time to internships can be found on this career board.

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IIAV MEMBER RESOURCES
Affinity HR Group answers questions about benefits, hiring and other employee issues.

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Summer is finally here. Long days, relief from the routine of school, relaxing vacations, exciting travel – so much fun to be had!

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Did you know that Health and Human Services has increased random HIPAA compliance auditing and fines can reach up to $1.5 million per incident?

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E&O SPOTLIGHT
Swiss Re Panel Counsel Attorneys Share Most Common Accusations

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PRESS RELEASES
Central Insurance Companies has announced the election of Janet L. White, CPCU, AINS, to its Board of Directors, as well as her appointment to the Executive Committee of the Central Companies and promotion to Senior Vice President.

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Atlantic Specialty Lines, Inc.
Gateway Specialty Insurance
Imperial PFS. Credit Companies, Inc.
Harleysville Insurance Companies
Apogee Insurance Group