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SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 | VOLUME LXXI, ISSUE 2

Citizens Board Chair Floats "Direct-to-Consumer"Model Again

Earlier this year, FAIA President & CEO Kyle Ulrich blogged about a proposal fromCitizens Board of Governor's Chairman Carlos Beruff, who stated that Citizens shouldconsider a "direct-to-consumer" model where agents would no longer write business withthe corporation. In the most recent Citizens meeting, Beruff brought the same suggestionto the table. This suggestion reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of how theinsurance industry operates and the agent's role in the process. Citizens' growing policycount is the result of a distressed property market still plagued by out-of-control litigation,but it is not caused by independent insurance agents. As Kyle Ulrich points out, "withoutagents, Citizens would have a lot more policies than it currently has." The online article islimited to Sun Sentinel subscribers, those without a subscription can access the full texthere.

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TECHNOLOGY

Dissecting a Cybersecurity QuestionnaireHave you recently received a cyber questionnaire from a carrier? Didyou understand what it was asking and how you should respond?Check out this video from FAIA Member Services Preferred Provider

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Vice President &Chief Operating

Officer PaulPeeples

Vine IT; it runs through each question and explains what they meanand how you should respond.

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MEMBER SERVICES

EDUCATION

Being More Optimistic

EducationInstructor &

Insurance AnalystJeff Odom

Do you know what I want to become? A more optimistic person. Iknow many of you are probably saying good luck with that, let meknow how that works out for you. I’m serious though. Wouldn’t youprefer to be around someone who is optimistic rather thanpessimistic? I would any day. Being optimistic is hard for some of us.I’m not talking about going around the office riding on a unicorn andspreading rainbow cheer, just shed some positivity. Keep reading tolearn three keys maintaining optimism.

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TRUSTED CHOICE

Help Trusted Choice Grant Wishes

Special ProjectsManager Julia

Freeman

Many years ago, Trusted Choice partnered with the Make-A-WishFoundation and offered grants to state associations to sponsor eventsand promote Trusted Choice. Ever since, FAIA has sponsored Make-A-Wish events, inviting agents in the local areas to promote theiragency and Trusted Choice. This year, Trusted Choice will sponsorsix Walks for Wishes in Florida: Ft. Myers (Oct. 2), Sunrise (Feb. 5),Orlando (March 10), Miami (April 2), Tampa (April 9), and Jacksonville(May 7). Won't you join in the fun, represent Trusted Choice, and helpMake-A-Wish grant some wishes?

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...

U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges 2022 Guidebook"named Florida State University's Dr. William T. Hold/TheNational Alliance Program in Risk Management and Insuranceas the No. 1 undergraduate program in the United States.

It's not too late to renew your FAIA membership. Though therenewal deadline of August 31, 2021, has passed, there's agrace period to rejoin without penalty. Don't lose your access tomarkets, products and services, and member pricing forclasses and events. Questions? Contact Membership DirectorMelissa Weaver.

NEW MEMBERS

AGENCY MEMBERS

Hollywood Insurance: HollywoodLos Andes Insurance: HialeahThe Nelson Group I, LLC dba GlobalGreen Insurance Agency: Panama City

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The Only Choice Insurance, LLC: Homestead

HEADLINES

MEMBER NEWS

McGriff Insurance Services, Inc.: named Read Davis as CEO of McGriff Specialtyand Middle Market, and Renee Keen, CEO of McGriff Small Business and Personal.NSI Insurance Group, LLC, Miami Lakes: announced the acquisition of WhiteCloud Insurance and Express Insurance, both in Miami.Willis Towers Watson PLC: named Andrew Krasner as chief financial officer,succeeding Mike Burwell.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Acrisure, LLC: named Lowell Singer as its chief financial officer.Agents Council for Technology (ACT): welcomed LegacyArmour, which helpsagencies protect client information and provides digital legacy planning, as acompany partner.American International Group, Inc.: announced President and CEO Peter Zaffinowill become chairman of the board, effective Jan. 1, 2022.Associated Insurance Administrators (AIA): announced expansion into Florida.Tower Hill Insurance Group: announced the formation of Tower Hill InsuranceExchange (THIE), a reciprocal insurer.Zurich Insurance Group: named Paolo Mantero as chief strategy officer.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FAIA EVENTS

June 15–17, 2022: 118th Convention & Education Symposium; Orlando WorldCenter Marriott, Orlando.

LOCAL BOARD EVENTS

Sept. 27, 2021: IIA of Sarasota, Big I Day; Laurel Oak Country Club, Sarasota.Oct. 7, 2021: IIA of Northeast Florida, Big I Day; Deercreek Country Club,Jacksonville.Oct. 14, 2021: IIA of Central Florida, Legislative Update; The Citrus Club, Orlando.Oct. 21, 2021: IIA of Palm Beach County, Big I Day; PGA National Resort & Spa,Palm Beach Gardens.Oct. 21, 2021: Pinellas AIA, Big I Day; Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club, Seminole.

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Oct. 28, 2021: IIA of Broward County, Halloween Costume Bowl & Networking;Bowlero, Tamarac.

YOUNG AGENT EVENTS

April 14–15, 2022: Sales & Leadership Conference, Wyndham Grand Bonnet Creek,Orlando.

INDUSTRY EVENTS

Sept. 29–Oct. 3, 2021: IIABA Fall Leadership Conference; Kansas City MarriottDowntown, Kansas City, MO.Oct. 2, 2021: Trusted Choice Sponsors Make-A-Wish Walk for Wishes; JetBlue Park,Ft. Myers.Oct. 9–16, 2021: Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation, Week of Giving.Oct. 13–14, 2021: ACT Tech Summit 2021; Virtual.Nov. 4, 2021: Elevate Trilogy: Culture; Virtual.Dec. 1–3, 2021: Florida Chamber of Commerce Insurance Summit; Tampa MarriottWater Street, Tampa.Dec. 12–15, 2021: Workers' Compensation Institute 75th Annual Workers’Compensation Educational Conference; Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando.

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