Leaders Blog

If you missed the August 12 cutoff to book your room at the Arizona Biltmore for NAIFA's Apex and National Leadership Conference, you're in luck. We have been able to extend the deadline until August 25. Act now to get the best possible rate. We look forward to seeing you at Apex and the NLC.

It's going to be a great event with a strong emphasis on networking (see who among your colleagues will be there), professional development (check out the schedule of inspiring keynotes and practice-building breakouts), and fun! And don't forget, we have a full slate of programs exclusively for NAIFA volunteer leaders.

There are only three weeks remaining of our Summer Membership Challenge! Which chapters will come out net positive at the end of August to be rewarded? Here's a quick look at the competition: Washington, D.C. (+15), Arkansas (+9), Wisconsin (+7), North Dakota (+4), South Dakota (+4), South Carolina (+4), Massachusetts (+3), Idaho (+2), and Tennessee (+2). Arkansas and Washington, D.C. have proven to be tough competitors throughout the summer but Wisconsin is closing in! How will your chapter make the most of the final weeks of competition?

NAIFA-Ohio was recently spotted recognizing new members on LinkedIn! 

The NAIFA Certified Leadership Board designation is awarded to NAIFA Chapters upon completion of a live presentation of NAIFA’s 90-minute training program entitled “Empowering Chapter Leaders” by the President, President-Elect, and at least 80% of the Chapter’s Board.

Launched late last year, NAIFA's MentorLoop is designed to foster professional development, enhance skill-building and create a supportive network within our membership. Whether members are looking to mentor someone, or seek guidance themselves, this platform provides a structured framework to facilitate these valuable connections.

Here are a few key features of NAIFA’s MentorLoop:

We are in the final month of our Summer Membership Challenge! Which chapters will come out net positive at the end of August to be rewarded? Here's a quick look at the competition: Washington, D.C. (+15), Arkansas (+10), Wisconsin (+6), South Dakota (+4), Massachusetts (+3), North Dakota (+3), South Carolina (+2), Idaho (+1), Kansas (+1),  Michigan (+1), Montana (+1), and Nevada (+1). Arkansas and Washington, D.C. have proven to be tough competitors throughout the summer. There is still plenty of time left in the competition.

We are #NAIFAproud to have welcomed back Life Happens into the NAIFA family earlier this year. This September marks the 21st Anniversary of Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM), and we have LIAM content exclusively available for our members.

We want to hear from our members on how they plan to participate in 2024. Are you hosting an event focused on life insurance? Have you requested a proclamation from your city or state? We want to spotlight the work you are doing for LIAM24. Let us know what you are doing! Drop us an email at membership@naifa.org. 

College Football is only weeks away, and, in the spirit of the season, IFAPAC is hosting a College Pick ‘Em League! Members who would like to participate may buy in with a $150 contribution IFAPAC. Members can sign up below to be added to the league or make their $150 contribution online before August 20th to be automatically enrolled with the email on record with IFAPAC. 

Don't miss out on Apex and the National Leadership Conference, Sept. 19-21 at the Arizona Biltmore. Register today and book your hotel before Aug. 12.

NAIFA- Maryland was recently spotted for an upcoming Brews & Bites Event! This event will be held on August 22nd at RAR Brewing in Annapolis. Join NAIFA-Maryland from 4pm - 7pm for a fun evening of brews, bites, and networking with those in the financial services industry!