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NAAIA'S 2009 11th Annual Conference
THE NATIONAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN
INSURANCE ASSOCIATION
Presents the
2009 National Conference
“New Beginnings: The Challenges and Opportunities of Change”
October 22-23, 2009
Palmer House Hilton Hotel
Chicago, IL
The 2009 NAAIA National Conference will highlight several changes in the Insurance
Industry that present both challenges and opportunities for African-American
industry professionals. The conference theme is
“New Beginnings: The Challenges and Opportunities of Change”
Come join colleagues from around the country in an interactive experience that
highlights both teamwork and collaboration which are the foundations of success.
Conference attendees will represent leadership and staff roles from insurance
agency / broker organizations and insurance companies.
Don’t miss this great career development opportunity to participate in:
Continuing education workshops and seminars
Interactive forums and panel discussions
Networking events with NAAIA members and Sponsors
Celebrating success at the Awards Ceremony & Banquet
NAAIA welcomes our 2009 Conference Co-Host
Liberty Mutual Agency Markets
Additional Sponsors
| Marsh |
Travelers |
MetLife |
Encompass |
| Allstate |
Crump |
Accident Fund |
Hammerman & Gainer |
| Aflac |
Chartis |
State Farm |
Aon |
Independent
Insurance Agents
& Brokers of America
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NCCI |
Prudential |
First Nonprofit |
| ING |
Chubb |
Branch, Hernandez and Associates |
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Conference Schedule
(Schedule Subject to Change)
Wednesday – October 21, 2009
2:00 PM-– 5:30 PM – CONFERENCE REGISTRATION BEGINS AND OPENING OF EXHIBIT HALL
****ADDED EVENT****
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Special Reception for the Diversity Task Force of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America
Special Guest: J. Michael Miley, IIABA President Elect
Off-site Location: Nick’s Fishmarket, 51 South Clark, Chicago, IL
Phone: (312) 621-0200
Thursday - October 22, 2009
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM - Breakfast Meeting
Keynote Speaker: Michael T. McRaith, Director, Ilinois Department of Insurance
10:00 AM– 12:00 Noon– Workshops:
“Annuity Suitability”
Presenter: Lee Bethel, CLU, CHFC, REBC, RHU, ** CE Credits for this Class**
“Severity Trends-The Risks are Real”
Presenter: Jennifer Newson, CPCU, ** CE Credits for this Class**
“The Changing Environment of International Insurance”
Presenter: Michael Dower, CPCU, ** CE Credits for this Class**
“Social Styles in Selling”
Presenter: Bill Allen & Bill Lawrence, Travelers
12:15 PM – 2:15 PM – Luncheon
Keynote Speaker: Sam Clinton, Chartis Regional Manager
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM - Panel Discussion
Panelists
Linda Waters (KPMG), Jeanette Beard (Allstate),
Janece White (Chubb), and Shirley Evans Wofford (Lambent Risk Management)
Moderator: Nicole Hughey (Travelers)
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM - Networking Reception in Exhibit Hall
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM – Recognition and Achievement Awards Banquet
(Black Tie Optional)
Remarks from Liberty Mutual Agency Markets
Award Recipients
Ray Adkins—State Farm Agency
Louis Dodd—Allstate Agency Owner
Judith Gray—Allstate Claims Dept
Shirley Evans-Wofford—Lambent Risk Management
Walter Blocker—Renaissance Financial Planning
William A. George—W. A. George Insurance Agency
Remarks: Cynthia Young, President Encompass Insurance
Friday - October 23, 2009
9:00 – 10:30 am – NAAIA Annual Meeting General Session (NAAIA Members Only)
(Continental Breakfast Available)
10:45 AM – 12:00 Noon – Workshops
“Development Ladder Game”
Presenter - Janice Fenn, Co-author, “Do You See What I See? A Diversity Tale for Retaining People of Color”
“Double your Agency in 12 months Using Free Tools and Processes”
Presenter – Dr. Billy Williams, President of Inspire a Nation Mentoring Services;
Author, “Don’t Let Your Ice Cream Get Messy”
“Return of Premium Insurance”
Presenter: Dustin Smith, ING
“Directors & Officers Fiduciary Liability Insurance – How They Overlap”
Presenter: James Montero, Chubb Insurance, ** CE Credits for this Class**
12:15 PM – 2:00 PM - Luncheon
"Up Close and Personal " with Rudy Loney, Vice President MetLife Auto and Home
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM - City Tours
For more information about the conference including registration and sponsorship opportunities,
please visit our website at www.naaia.org or call (866) 56-NAAIA.
THE NAAIA PURPOSE AND MISSION
NAAIA is dedicated to empowering African-American insurance professionals currently in the industry, as well as increasing their numbers nationwide. We engage in the sharing of information for personal growth and professional development while providing opportunities for networking, continuing education, and building mutually beneficial partnerships.
We promote high standards of professionalism and advocate economic opportunity for and among African-Americans in the industry, while providing a forum to communicate and share unique challenges.
Our continuing mission is to enhance the position and strengthen careers of African-American insurance professionals in the industry to the benefit of the companies they represent and the multicultural communities they serve.
For more information about NAAIA please use the following contact information
NAAIA
1718 M Street, NW. Suite 1110
Washington, DC 20036
(866) 56-NAAIA
(202) 478-5181 (Fax)
www.naaia.org
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