V2 2022

In This Issue:

Cover Story

2022 NU/PIA Independent Insurance Agent Survey Results Released 12-15

A jump in earnings, an increase in acceptance of digital, the importance of education and unbridled optimism. These were among the findings of the fifth annual 2022 National Underwriter/PIA Independent Insurance Survey.

PIA and The PIA Partnership Introduce Winning@ Cybersecurity Defense 10-11

When it comes to protecting against rapidly increasing cyber risks, the best defense is a strong offense. That’s the philosophy behind Winning@CyberSecurity Defense, a new four part program developed by PIA and our carrier council The PIA Partnership to help agents understand cyber risks and take action on them.

News Brief 6-7

Nominate an Outstanding Professional Agent, YIP, or CSR!...Litigation Driving Up Auto Insurance Costs…Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner Warns Insurance Agents…Insurance Activist J. Robert Hunter Retires…Becker: There’s Confidence in the IA Channel.

Capitol Hill Update 9

PIA Vice President of Government Relations Jon Gentile discusses the launch of PIA’s Rolling Advocacy Fly-ins for 2022.

Establishing Trust in An Online Environment 8

Can independent insurance agents build trust with their clients online? They can and they must, says PIA CEO Mike Becker.

Department

From the CEO 5

From the President 5

PIA Member Benefits 16

PIA Member Benefit Spotlight 17

PIA Connection Marketplace 17

PIA Affiliate Listings 18