Young Agent Scholarships: Big "I" Legislative Conference & Convention
$500 First Time Attendee Scholarship
The Big "I" National Young Agents Committee is offering each state association TWO $500 scholarships to assist Young Agents who have not previously attended a Big "I" Legislative Conference & Convention. Click here to download the $500 First Time Attendee Scholarship Application.
Maurice Herndon Scholarship
The $1,000 Maurice Herndon Scholarship will be presented to ONE Young Agent who has not attended a Big "I" Legislative Conference & Convention. This scholarship was established in 2003 to honor Maurice Herndon who was named head of the Washington, DC office in 1949. He coordinated the Big "I" state associations and built the government affairs and grassroots operations via his extensive travel, education, passion and hard work. His impact on the industry is immeasurable and he will be remembered by the Big "I" family as a true legend.
Click here to download Maurice Herndon Scholarship Application.
YAC Gives Back: A Benefit for InVEST Scholarships
Young Agents have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of future professionals. While the news is littered with statistics on unemployment rates, the insurance industry is full of opportunity. With 60% of the insurance professionals over the age of 45 and seeking retirement in the next 15 years, it’s a great time to start a career in insurance. How can Young Agents help? Support InVEST, the education foundation that teaches high school and community college students about careers in insurance and the importance of insurance literacy. InVEST provides teachers with software, lesson plans and course books while agents and company partners provide guest appearances in classrooms, job shadow days and internships.
For the first time the National Young Agents Committee (YAC) will be hosting YAC Gives Back: A Benefit for InVEST Scholarships. This event will be held in conjunction with the Big “I” Legislative Conference & Convention in Washington, DC. Mark your calendars for March 4 from 8:30 – 11:30 pm and be a part of this exciting fundraiser. Enjoy casino games, music, live and silent auctions, raffle prizes, and of course, the company of your insurance industry peers. All proceeds from this event will go towards InVEST scholarships – supporting InVEST is a win-win!
You can be a distinctive part of this event and give back to InVEST! Your state YAC can co-sponsor YAC Gives Back: A Benefit for InVEST Scholarships for $1,000. You will see your committee name, “Young Brokers and Agents Committee of _________” on the big screen, souvenir cup, signage, LC&C program guide, InVEST silent auction catalog, and hyperlink on www.investprogram.org and www.independentagent.com/events. Please contact Susan Bonner at 800-221-7917 or susan.bonner@iiaba.net to reserve your sponsorship today!
Improving Commercial Lines Account Marketing: A Proven and Profitable Process
There are many ways an agency can improve the processes for marketing larger commercial lines accounts and new business to carriers. Problems spots are revealed and recommendations made to help agencies take control of the renewal process in this month's feature. Reduce staff stress and backlog, establish accountability and give staff the freedom to do what they do best—provide superior client service—not push paper. Full story
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Please contact Susan Bonner at 800-221-7917 or susan.bonner@iiaba.net to reserve your sponsorship today!
The Fall edition of YAC Chat features stories on:
- The 2009-2010 National YAC
- YAC Gives Back: A Benefit for InVEST Scholarships
- Leadership Institute Wrap-Up
- 2009 YAC Award Winners
- ACT Podcasts
- State Spotlights: GA, FL, NV, RI
- And much more! CLICK HERE to access the Fall Edition of YAC Chat!
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About the National Young Agents Committee | Mission
The Big "I" National Young Agents Committee (YAC) encourages young agents – those under 40 years of age or with less than 5 years experience in the industry – to become aware of and get involved in the activities and programs of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big "I").
GoalsLaunch the next generation of independent agency system leaders Build involvement in and activism for the legislative issues vital to the future of the insurance industry Encourage the revitalization of state young agents programs and the strengthening of existing ones Develop awareness of and participation in the state and national activities of the Big "I"
Committee Charge
To ensure the perpetuation of the independent agency system, the Big "I" National YAC will provide young agents with leadership training and networking opportunities giving them the skills they need to improve and enhance their agencies and their state young agents programs. Through such educational opportunities and association involvement, the National YAC will help to develop the next generation of association and industry leaders. |
Contact Us |
For more information, please contact Susan Bonner, director, agent development & marketing, at susan.bonner@iiaba.net |
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