By Jonel Thames Leake, CPCI, ASLI, AAI, CPIW, DAE, CLP Over the past three years, Region I has been fortunate enough to offer numerous CLP and CLP-A courses on a virtual basis. These classes have allowed members across the country to learn and earn these designations. Region V has offered various career development classes. From Hawaii to
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By Geraldine Plott, CPCU, FCLA, SCLA, AIC, ARM, AIS, AINS, CIIP, DAE, CLP-A A recent article from the Bank of America stated that our industry, as well as all businesses, are not alone in the fight against cybercrime. Colleges and universities have unique characteristics that make them a prime target to cybercrime. This is evidenced
By Mark Coberly As I peruse my Facebook page and see the many members of IAIP post pictures and videos of their beloved pets, of which I am the biggest offender, I often wonder, “Are those pets covered by insurance?” If you attended the IAIP Convention in Louisville, you would probably remember the speech I
By Katharine M. Nohr, J.D. The final frontier is not just a playground for astronauts, scientists, and billionaires but also a complex arena where risk meets innovation. As humanity’s endeavors in outer space become more ambitious, encompassing everything from satellite launches to space tourism, the role of insurance in mitigating the financial risks associated with
By Brenda McDermott, CPCU, CLP, SCLA, CIIP, SCLA, ARM, AIDA, AIC Anyone who knows me knows I am a diehard, ride or die Kansas City Chiefs fan. My friends knew where I was on Valentine’s Day 2024. I was in downtown Kansas City celebrating the Chief’s Super Bowl victory at the parade. We got to
Brenda McDermott, CPCU, CLP, SCLA, CIIP, SCLA, ARM, AIDA, AIC Dan Roth, Editor-in-Chief of LinkedIn when he appeared on the Today Show on February 8 indicated that more and more employers and corporations are looking at the skills a job candidate has to offer over their educational degree. He feels this is a trend that
by Sue Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, CLP, DAEMSO, Inc. In early 2023, artificial intelligence, “AI,” became a hot topic of discussion. AI, sometimes called machine learning, is made possible by having sufficient data to train the models that AI is based on. However, AI is not new–it has actually been around since the 1950s.
by Sue Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, CLP, DAEMSO, Inc. The United States is currently experiencing the worst drug crisis in its history, exacerbated by the pandemic lockdowns and increased trafficking at our borders. The crisis impacts individuals, families, and society as a whole. Helping clients understand the prevalence and dangers of drug overdoses is
By Jonel Thames Leake, CPCU, ASLI, AAI, CPIW, DAE, CLP What if I told you that you can make a big difference in getting the word out about IAIP and that it wouldn’t cost you anything but a very little time? Would you be IN? Are you on LinkedIn? If you are, are you following
By Katharine M. Nohr, J.D. In a world with so many uncertainties, the insurance industry stands as a steadfast guardian, providing peace of mind, financial protection, and a safety net for individuals and businesses alike. Every policy written, every claim processed, and every beneficiary assisted paints a broader stroke in the canvas of security and