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January 2024
The Independent NEWSLETTER
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
Dear NAIIA Members,
As we look ahead to the new year, I believe 2024 is filled with both promise and opportunities. I am honored to serve as the President of the National Association of Independent Insurance Adjusters (NAIIA). Your 2024 Executive Committee is dedicated to serving you and advancing the mission of our association.
The NAIIA has a tremendous history of promoting excellence, professionalism, and collaboration within the insurance industry. As we navigate the ever-changing landscape of our field, my focus will be on building on a sense of unity among our members, enhancing educational opportunities, and advocating for the interests of our association nationwide.
I encourage each of you to actively participate in our conferences, and committees. Your input and involvement are vital to the success and growth of our association. Together, we can strengthen the bonds of our community and elevate the standards of our profession.
As we face new challenges, embrace the new opportunities that lie ahead. I am confident that NAIIA will continue to be the flagship of excellence in the independent insurance adjusting industry. Thank you for entrusting me with the privilege of leading this great organization.
Wishing you a prosperous and fulfilling year ahead!
We are...Better Together!
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Save the Date for these NAIIA Events! | |
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Southwest Regional Meeting
February 8 - 9, 2024
Embassy Suites Fort Worth - Downtown
600 Commerce Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
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Southeast Regional Meeting
February 21 - 22, 2024
Embassy Suites Nashville at Vanderbilt
1811 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203
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2024 NAIIA National Conference
May 7 - 10, 2024
Hyatt Regency San Antonio
123 Losoya St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
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Looking to hire? Check your member system! | |
Add motivated candidates to your team - straight from the NAIIA Member Management System!
Log in to your member portal to look for resumes today!
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Meet the NAIIA member, Adam Ellenberger, AIC, AIS! Adam is a general adjuster with Signature Adjustment Group and has been in the claims adjusting industry for 12 years. His specialty is multi-building commercial adjusting, such as municipalities and school districts.
His advice for those new to the industry is to prioritize communication, network, and focus on the file quality.
Adam says he joined NAIIA "to network with the best and brightest in our industry!"
We're proud to have Adam as part of the ever-growing NAIIA network of members! You can reach out to Adam to connect at adam.ellenberger@sagllc.com.
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Meet NAIIA member, Preston Reynolds, Director of Catastrophe Services at Hausch & Company. Preston has been in the industry for 15 years and joined NAIIA to network with other independent firms and adjusters. In his role, he communicates often with independent adjustment firms throughout the country.
His advice to anyone new in the industry is, "Network as much as you can! Our industry seems very large to those new to the claims world and I quickly learned it is much more 'tight knit' than it appears."
Preston's specialty is managing teams responsible for handling catastrophe claims and working with independent adjustment firms to further service the Hausch & Company client base.
At Hausch & Company, Preston will be reaching out to NAIIA member firms as they do more open markets and TPA work. You are sure to hear from Preston soon! If you'd like to make a connection, you can reach him at PReynolds@hauschco.com!
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L.J. SHAW AWARDED WASBO 2023 RECOVERY OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to NAIIA member, L.J. Shaw & Company! They were recently presented with the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials (WASBO) 2023 Recovery of the Year Award!
L. J. Shaw & Company was part of a team who handled a large fire loss for the Muskego Norway School District located in Wisconsin. The loss occurred at their elementary school, which has over 1,000 students and is the largest elementary school in the State of Wisconsin. The school reopened in 9 days from the date of loss. They were presented with the award during the opening ceremony in front of over 400+ school business officials from the states of Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Missouri.
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NORTHERN ADJUSTERS NOW A STATE EDUCATION PARTNER WITH WORKCOMPCOLLEGE | |
Northern Adjusters has recently joined with WorkCompCollege to be the content provider for the state of Alaska. WorkCompCollege.com provides a valuable workers' compensation claims training platform and certification for claims professionals in a virtual environment to improve outcomes for those injured in an occupational setting as well as the organizations that employ them. | |
Thank you to Michael Marsh for submitting this member news. Michael and Midland Claims were one of the first in the U.S. to partner with WorkCompCollege and they serve as the exclusive content provider for the state of Montana.You can reach him at mmarsh@midlandclaims.com or check out his website at www.workerscompensation.expert. | |
We want to spotlight YOU and recognize YOUR news! You can submit your information to be recognized:
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Do you have news you want to share? Let us know so we can include it in our quarterly newsletters! You can also send your member news to admin@naiia.com. | |
We're already counting down the days until our 2024 National Conference in San Antonio, TX! Be sure to follow our events page for more information as it becomes available. | |
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The Crowley fund was set up in memory of Tim Crowley, an employee of the ASU Group and a huge supporter of the NAIIA. The Crowley Fund was established to provide scholarships to individuals to further continue or enhance their education within the insurance industry.
To learn more and download an application, visit The Crowley Fund Scholarship page on the NAIIA website.
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Legislative Committee Update | |
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From our very own Regional Legislative Chair, Cathy Hester:
A petition to invoke appraisal is not the same thing as a motion to compel arbitration, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled Friday. The high court dismissed an appeal by Great American Insurance Co. that sought to overturn a trial court’s order denying its motion to compel an appraisal in a dispute over hurricane damage to a beachfront condominium complex. The insurer argued that its motion was subject to the Federal Arbitration Act because an appraisal is akin to arbitration, which means it can appeal the Baldwin County Circuit Court’s decision to deny it.
A unanimous Alabama Supreme Court disagreed. Read more about this ruling.
Thank you to Cathy for this submission! You can reach Cathy Hester, District Manager of ClaimsPro, at cathy.hester@claimspro.us.
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INTRODUCING THE NAIIA ATTORNEY PANEL!
These professionals are providing their expertise to our Legislative Committee, at no cost to our organization. At this time, we have attorneys in Illinois, California, New York, and more. They are keeping us up-to-date on important legislation affecting our industry in the states where they practice. We plan to highlight these attorneys and provide a full listing in the future.
MEET JOHN T. EGLEY, ESQ.
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John T. Egley received his undergraduate degree from Yale University and his law degree from Loyola Law School. Mr. Egley focuses his law practice on employment litigation and business litigation. He is a current shareholder at Call & Jensen in Newport Beach, California.
Mr. Egley has recent wins on behalf of a national retailer against claims of discrimination and wrongful termination on summary judgment and the successful defense of an oil industry client by defeating class certification.
Mr. Egley has been repeatedly selected as a Southern California Rising Star according to SuperLawyers, including for the years 2012-2017. He is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, Labor & Employment Section, and the Association of Business Trial Lawyers. Mr. Egley is a frequent lecturer on various employment law topics and conducts seminars and training for Human Resources professionals.
Mr. Egley participates in a number of volunteer and community organizations including the Yale Alumni Schools Committee, the Constitutional Rights Foundation Mock Trial Program, and serves on the Board of a non-profit church organization.
Thank you, John, for your service to our organization!
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For more information about the NAIIA legislative committee and upcoming events, contact National Legislative Chair Barry A. Parks of Hausch & Company at barry@hauschco.com or visit us at www.NAIIA.com. | |
Subscription Discount for NAIIA Members | |
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- Create custom alerts to notify you of changes in relevant policies and trends,
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NAIIA Partners with KMG Services to Offer Health Insurance | |
If you are self-employed or an independent contractor, you now have exclusive access to IHA Health powered by Conquer. IHA Health offers a variety of specifically designed Comprehensive ACA Compliant Major Medical plans. If you are in good or reasonably good health, IHA Health is the place for you. If you have a strong relationship with your benefits broker have them contact KMG and they willing to work with them.
WHAT DOES IHA HEALTH OFFER?
- 12 Comprehensive Plans to Choose From
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- Copays for Primary, Specialist and Urgent Care
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- and more!
This coverage is available for those in Arizona, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Learn more at the link below:
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All other states except Washington can learn more at this link below: | |
Joining NAIIA partner CLM as a Fellow is completely free, and one of the best things you can do to advance your career. Industry professionals — risk and litigation managers, insurance and claims resolution professionals, corporate/staff counsel, and service providers — are eligible to join as Fellows.
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Are you a member of NASP? | |
If you aren't a member of NASP, then maybe you should be! The NASP (National Association of Subrogation Professionals) memberships not only offer unique educational opportunities, but members also have a plethora of additional benefits, including lower conference registration rates, free webinars, access to the NASP Member Forum, a members’-only directory and an award-winning subrogation education magazine.
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More Great NAIIA Member Benefits! | |
DON'T FORGET - your membership offers more benefits than just great networking, a listing in the Blue Book, and the ability to have your company listed in the on-line membership directory! | |
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Drury Hotels is proud to partner with NAIIA and offer a 17% discount chain-wide to provide you with superior accommodations while helping reduce your expenses.
Drury is a family-owned hotel company that provides exemplary quality and service at a great value. To access your discount, simply log into NAIIA member-only area to access the booking link which provides your discount at over 150 hotels nationwide.
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CEU.com is a continuing education provider offering professional license holders convenient, engaging and superior quality compliance training that both enhances their career development and increases productivity.
They offer NAIIA members a 15% discount off the listed rate.
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Enterprise Rent A Car offers members of the NAIIA a discount of 10% from any airport location and 5% from any other (in-town) location. Members need only mention account number 15A9796 when booking through
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Staples Advantage - NAIIA has an account with Staples Advantage and NAIIA members fall under the NAIIA umbrella! The discount is based on how many products are ordered under the umbrella–so the more members who have an account under NAIIA, the bigger the discount for everyone. Our NAIIA contact person is Douglas Kellogg. You can reach him by email to Douglas.Kellogg@Staples.com or by phone at 407-475-4219. | |
Sheri Csom, NAIIA Executive Director
87 N Crooked Lake Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
877-344-0624 | admin@naiia.com | www.naiia.com
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