V2 2021

In This Issue:

Cover Story: Creative Resilience-The 2021 National Underwriter/PIA Independent Agent Survey

Insurance agencies faced a myriad of challenges in 2020, but came through armed with adaptive solutions, displaying creative resilience.

PIA Reiterates Position on Auto and Homeowners Insurance

In response to remarks by President Biden.

News Brief

Some Home Insurers Take on Home Repairs…Insurer Profits Hard Hit by Catastrophes…Insurance Regulators Shaping States’ COVID Response…Social Media Activity Exposing Many Users to Cyber Risk…Experts Warn U.S. Is In the “Eye of the COVID Hurricane.”

Capitol Hill Update

Jon Gentile on making passthrough tax deductions permanent and protecting crop insurance.

PIA National Calls for Spring 2021 Awards Nominations

Agent of the Year, CSR of the Year, Young Insurance Professional (YIP) of the Year.

From the President

Wayne White on agencies thriving nine years after an opposite prediction from a major consulting firm.

From the CEO

Mike Becker on some encouraging findings in the latest National Underwriter/PIA Agent Survey.

PIA Member Benefit Spotlight

Access your guide to hiring, retaining and motivating the best employees.