V6 2021

In This Issue:

Cover Story

PIA’s 90th Anniversary 10-15

A look at decades of accomplishments from the 1930’s to the 2020’s.

Over 90 Years, PIA Has Asked “Why Not?” 15

Pat Borowski, PIA senior VP emeritus and 40-year staff veteran, reflects on 40 years working for PIA National and the core values of PIA.

From the CEO 5

PIA National CEO Mike Becker shares his thoughts on the 90th Anniversary of PIA and the bright future awaiting professional independent insurance agents.

News Brief 6-7

Liberty Mutual Agrees to Buy State Auto for $2.29 Billion…AON, Willis Towers Watson End Merger Agreement…Florida Citizens to Insure 766,000 By Year’s End…Former Georgia Insurance Commissioner Convicted of Fraud…Few Missouri Homes Have Earthquake Insurance…NASA Predicts Big Rise in Coastal Flooding in the 2030s.

Capitol Hill Update 9

PIA National vice president of government relations Jon Gentile looks at how PIA priorities are advancing in Congress. A PIA-backed bill, the Federal Insurance Office Abolishment Act of 2021, was reintroduced in the House with our strong support after PIA spearheaded its introduction in the Senate. .

From the President 5

PIA National President Wayne White reports that our Association is strong, and helping our members in many ways during particularly new ways during these challenging times.

The Last Word 19

Guest columnist Kevin Callahan on how the right technology can empower your agency and why it’s time to reconsider investing in new tools for your business.

Department

PIA National Member Benefits 16

PIA Member Benefit Spotlight 17

PIA Connection Marketplace 17

Upcoming PIA Webinars 17

PIA Affiliate Listings 18