IIAV NEWSLETTER
Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia
April 2015
 I was crying in my beer bemoaning the statesmen we will be losing in the Virginia General Assembly come the Fall elections: Senators Charles J. Colgan, Jeffrey L. McWaters, Walter A. Stosch and John C. Watkins will not be running again and Delegates Thomas Davis Rust and Edwart T. Scott also do not plan to run again.
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IIAV asks members to relate their concerns and experience.
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During the recent legislative session of the General Assembly, SB 1009 was introduced, which would have reduced the allowable income tax deduction for long-term health care insurance premiums from 100 percent to 50 percent.
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The National Legislative Conference is a great membership tool – first-time attendees are always impressed, and returnees understand the value of the Leg Conference in protecting and promoting their profession and business.
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Many Home-Based Businesses Can Use Simplified Method for Claiming Home Office Deduction; Taxpayers May Deduct up to $1,500 a Year
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The Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia has announced the convention schedule for the 117th Annual Convention – June 21-23 in Virginia Beach, Va. – including one of the largest full booth industry exhibitions in the Mid-Atlantic States.
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IIAV's 2015 annual awards offer several opportunities to gain the industry recognition you, a colleague or member agency richly deserves. Completed nomination forms are now being accepted for Agent of the Year and Company Person of the Year.
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It’s that time of year again and we are looking for individuals to serve on the IIAV Board of Directors. The Board truly sets the vision for the association and our industry in Virginia and there will be a number of vacancies this year.
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VAPAC – IIAV's Political Affairs Committee – identifies and assists legislators who believe in the insurance industry and works to assist them in winning their elections throughout the Commonwealth.
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Thank you to everyone who attended IIAV’s Bowling Night, hosted by the Young Agents’ Committee on March 18, 2015.
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There are probably millions of apps out there, and it is hard to keep track of all of them. IIAV highlights a different app every month to help you find those that could be beneficial to you.
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Please join Virginia Association of Insurance Agents for an evening of fun while we honor Judge Parker, Southern Insurance Company of Virginia, with a Roast & Toast event.
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Registration is now open for this event! Join IIAV on Thursday, May 7, for the Cocktails for a Cause Social to support the Huntington’s Disease Society of America at Hardywood Park Brewery in Richmond, Va.
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Registration is now open for IIAV's 117th Annual Convention – June 21-23 in Virginia Beach, Va.
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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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"Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills" and "Marketing in a Digital World."
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Virginia Association of Insurance Agents in conjunction with Imperial PFS is offering a scholarship for (1) VAIA Property & Casualty Pre-Licensing course or (1) VAIA Property & Casualty Pre-Licensing Self-Study Package.
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On March 18, VAIA hosted a Company Lunch to better inform insurance companies about the resources VAIA has available to them. A variety of companies attended this event to hear more about volunteering, entry level training, scholarships, and recruiting the next generation of insurance professionals.
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Affinity HR Group answers questions about benefits, hiring and other employee issues.
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Tip by Monty Dise
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 Double check those forms and endorsements!!
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Bill’s duties for Virginia include agency and territory management, prospecting and appointment of new agents, and maintaining a high level of customer service.
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On January 20, 2015, the Ohio Farmers Insurance Company Board of Directors elected Ed Largent to succeed Jim Clay as Westfield Group leader, president and CEO, effective July 1, 2015.
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Harford Mutual Insurance, Bel Air, MD is pleased to announce the Board of Directors’ approval of Karen Mashinski, CPA, CPCU, who joins the company as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
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Gavin Tomalas will Serve as Underwriting Manager for Capital Region
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The Central Insurance Companies has announced the appointment of John E. White to the Board of Directors for Central Mutual Insurance and All America Insurance Companies, and the Central Insurex Agency.
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Builders Mutual Insurance Company is distributing a $1.525 million dividend to eligible policyholders in Georgia, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee and Washington, D.C.
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If you're interested in upgrading your office equipment, or even moving to a new office, InsurBanc's leasing services can help.
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