It is with great sadness that NAIFA shares news of the passing of Past President Richard A. Koob, AEP, CASL, ChFC, CLU, who passed away at his home in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on Sunday. He led NAIFA as the association’s national President during the 2002-2003 term and served as the Life Happens Board Chair in 2008.
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NAIFA Mourns the Passing of Past President Dick Koob
By NAIFA on 11/13/24 5:16 PM
Topics: Leadership
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NLC Conference Rate and Room Block Extended
By NAIFA on 8/14/24 4:14 PM
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.
Topics: Leadership Apex
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NAIFA's Apex and NLC: What's in It for Leaders?
By NAIFA on 7/24/24 5:41 PM
September 19-21 | Arizona Biltmore | Register Today
Topics: Leadership Apex
It's Not How You Start, but How You Finish. What Will 2024 Say About You?
By Suzanne Carawan on 7/17/24 7:53 PM
Walter Bond, Hall of Fame speaker, former NBA ball player, and most importantly, proud NAIFA member has a message for all producers on how to use July as the halftime of your year. Have you got your second-half strategy mapped out? Do you know what you're going to do on offense and on defense for your business? One thing you can do is join Walter Bond in person September 19-21st at our National Leadership Conference in Arizona for an inspiring talk that will allow you to do more and be more in 2024.
Topics: Grow Your Business Leadership Grow Your Brand
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Early Registration Rate for Apex, NLC & Belong Extended Through July 8
By NAIFA on 6/26/24 3:13 PM
The early registration discount for NAIFA's 2024 Apex conference, which this year also includes the National Leadership Conference and Belong awards celebration, has been extended through July 8. Act now so you don't miss out on the savings! Ensure your spot at these extraordinary events, September 19-21 in Phoenix. This year, we have combined two of NAIFA's signature events, Apex and the National Leadership Conference (NLC). NLC and the associated Belong awards gala inspire and recognize servant leaders who are called to serve a greater purpose and understand that they are working for the success of something bigger than themselves. |
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Q1 State of NAIFA Introduces 2023 NAIFA President Bryon Holz
By NAIFA on 12/13/22 10:35 AM
On January 10, join 2023 NAIFA-National President Bryon Holz, NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux, and NAIFA SVP of Government Relations Diane Boyle for the first State of NAIFA webinar of the new year.
Holz, Mayeux, and Boyle will share an update on where NAIFA is as an organization, preview NAIFA's advocacy goals for the new year, and highlight the benefits available exclusively to NAIFA members.
Topics: Leadership
The Q4 State of NAIFA Is Tomorrow, October 6th
By Mark Briscoe on 10/5/22 3:49 PM
All NAIFA leaders should attend the Q4 State of NAIFA webinar tomorrow, October 6, at 12 noon eastern.
Topics: Leadership
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This 5-Minute Exercise Can Help You Set Better Goals This Year
By Justi Folladori on 2/5/21 10:17 AM
The longer you've been in leadership the easier it becomes, right? Not exactly. The best leaders frequently review their strengths and weaknesses. They create a plan on how they can improve their leadership skills.
Topics: Leadership
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What Leaders Can Learn from 2020 to Make 2021 a Success
By Justi Folladori on 2/3/21 9:29 AM
After a year of challenges, Sheri Sesay-Tuffour, Ph.D., CAE, CEO at the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, shares her advice and lessons learned in 2020 for the road ahead.
Topics: Leadership
Warren Buffett Says These Often Ignored Traits Separate Successful Leaders From All Others
By Justi Folladori on 1/22/21 9:00 AM
What does a true leader look like in 2021? Warren Buffet recommends selflessness, generosity and honesty. Speaker, executive coach, podcaster and syndicated columnist Marcell Schwantes also gathered these five traits to elevate your leadership.