Greetings!
It’s that time of year! It’s Awards Submission time! This is a Friendly Reminder that International Awards Submissions are due to the RVP by November 15th (11/15). Please discuss with your members about submitting for an award and be recognized for their hard work and IAIP membership. Here are the awards you can apply for along with a brief description to explain to our newest members and a great reminder to our seasoned members:
Claims Professional of the Year - This award was originated during the 1973-1974 fiscal year. The purpose of the award is to recognize a claims professional who has demonstrated superior knowledge of the claims field, experienced professional advancement through educational pursuits, demonstrated leadership in the field, and is an active participant in IAIP activities.
Client Service Professional of the Year - This award was first presented in 2014. The purpose of the award is to recognize members whose primary responsibility is in a service capacity with internal and/or external customers. It is particularly intended to include IT professionals, Human Resources, Accounting, Actuarial, Industry Support (i.e. restoration, repair, etc.), and Customer Service Representatives in the insurance and all supporting industries.
Insurance Professional of the Year - This award was first presented in 1991. The purpose of the award is to recognize an individual who in pursuing a career has contributed to the insurance industry through education, creation of industry alliances, and/or legislative activity.
Risk Management Professional of the Year - This award was first presented in 2008. The purpose of the award is to recognize a risk management professional who has demonstrated superior knowledge of the risk management field, experienced professional advancement through educational pursuits, demonstrated leadership in the field, and is an active participant in IAIP activities.
Rookie of the Year - This award was initiated during the 1977-1978 fiscal year. The purpose of the award is to recognize the accomplishments of a new member who has made significant contributions to IAIP within the first 24-months of joining the association.
Professional Underwriter of the Year - This award was first presented in 2008. The purpose of the award is to recognize a professional underwriter who has demonstrated superior knowledge of the underwriting field, experienced professional advancement through educational pursuits, demonstrated leadership in the field, and is an active participant in IAIP activities.
Young New Professional of the Year - This award originated during the 2015-2016 fiscal year. The purpose of the award is to recognize the accomplishments of a member of the Young New Professionals group who has made significant contributions to IAIP after the first 24-months of joining the association. It recognizes participation in association affairs, completion of selected insurance courses and involvement in governmental activities.
Award Entries may be submitted via Email to me by November 15th (11/15), which will then be reviewed for qualifications and passed on to the Awards Chair/Committee. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact either myself or Allie and Rose.
Thank you,
Robin
Robin Souza CPCU, AFIS, CIC, CRM, AIS, AIC, AINS, CIIP
robin.souza@vindati.com | 559.313.8199