IIAV NEWSLETTER
Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia
May 2015
 Great networking time, exceptional speakers, an outstanding location, and a sold out trade show....why would you not register for the convention?
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We are seeing an exciting increase in agency awareness of the opportunities that exist for members through the TrustedChoice.com website. Some of the credit goes to the innovative messaging and reach of Agency Nation...
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PIA of Virginia/DC has advertised for a new association executive, posting a position announcement on March 20 through the American Society of Association Executives.
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On April 23 IIAV members met their federal representatives during the IIABA National Legislative Conference. The meeting was critical if for no other reason than to thank legislators for their work in passage of TRIA and NARAB II.
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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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During their April meeting, the IIAV Board of Directors approved the nominations committee report presented by committee chair – Bob Short.
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Thank you to everyone who attended VAIA’s 2nd Annual Roast & Toast Event honoring Judge Parker on April 17.
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Thank you to everyone who participated in IIAV’s Technology Seminar Survey.
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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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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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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. IIAV’s Young Agents’ Committee will be hosting this event.
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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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Did you know that IIAV offers On Demand Education Programming? Through ABEN you can find both CE and Non-CE classes. Topics include E&O, L&H, reaching diverse markets, customer service, perpetuation, recruiting, and more.
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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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Virginia Association of Insurance Agents’ volunteers have been busy this spring season. A big thank you to the following individuals who helped out in March and April.
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Secret Big "I" Member Benefit: Your National Technical Affairs Committee
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In late March, I had the pleasure of meeting with Delegate John O’Bannon and Bob Bradshaw, IIAV President & CEO. Delegate O’Bannon represents the 73rd District in the Virginia House of Delegates which covers part of the ever growing and vibrant western Henrico County.
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Affinity HR Group answers questions about benefits, hiring and other employee issues.
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 Cyber Liability may arise from many different sources. But the biggest, and most publicized, source is a data breach.
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1) WHY are agencies not buying Cyber coverage or offering it to their clients? 2) WHY should agencies purchase Cyber Liability? 3) WHY purchase Standalone Coverage? 4) WHY offer Cyber Liability to Your Customers? and more!
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The Brethren Mutual Insurance Company welcomes Jamey Walthall as our new Virginia Territory Manager. Walthall brings over 15 years of insurance experience in property and casualty marketing and sales with Nationwide, Travelers Insurance Company, and Maine Mutual Group.
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J.M. Wilson is pleased to announce that Tammy Dodd, IT Project Manager, has received an ACE Certification (Acord Certified Expert). Dodd is one of 202 individuals in the ACE Community and one of the first representatives from a Managing General Agency to receive this designation.
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The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) recently released its 2012 Homeowners Insurance Report, providing data on market distribution and average cost by policy form and insurance amount.
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Builders Mutual Insurance Company (BMIC) is pleased to announce that our rating of A (Excellent) was reaffirmed by A.M. Best Company, the leading source for information on the financial condition and operating performance of insurance companies worldwide, for the 16th consecutive time.
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