V1 2023

In This Issue:

News Brief 6-7

-PIA Applauds Reopening of Capitol Hill. NFIP Extended to September 2023. Arctic Weather Event Caused $4.3 Billion in Insured Losses.U.S. Life Expectancy Drops Again.Florida Legislature Passes Flood Insurance Mandate.Nebraska Adds an Insurance Agent Apprentice License.

Regulatory Brief 8

PIA Counsel and Director of Regulatory Affairs Lauren G. Pachman, Esq. with an update on Insurance and the Federal Agencies.

Capitol Hill Update 9

PIA VP of Government Relations Jon Gentile looks at the start of the 118th Congress, the impact on agent issues and the reopening of Capitol Hill offices to easier in-person meetings.

Cover Story

Recruiting The Right Talent For Independent Agencies 10-11

Hiring the perfect person for your agency isn't impossible; it just takes time. Here's how to do it.

There Are More Cyber Risks Than Ever 12-13

A look at the PIA Partnership program Winning@Cybersecurity Defense.

The Opportunity In Small Commercial Requires Digital 17

Small Commercial - The Digital Opportunity program compiles nationwide research on agencies' digital capabilities and business owner preferences as well as resources to help agents turn those insights into action.

Department

From the President 5

From the CEO 5

PIA Member Benefits 16

PIA Member Benefit Spotlight 17

PIA Connection Marketplace 17

PIA Affiliate Listings 18