NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association

This Thanksgiving, we reflect on the strength, resilience, and dedication of our NAAIA family. We are deeply thankful for each of our members who continue to champion progress and shape the future of the insurance industry. Together, we’ve built a community that inspires hope and drives meaningful change. While challenges may arise, your unwavering support gives us confidence in the brighter future we’re creating—together. 🦃🌟 Please note that the National Office will reopen on Monday, December 2nd. #ThankfulForYou #NAAIA24 #TogetherWeThrive #Leadership #Community #DiversityAndInclusion #HopeForTheFuture

🌟 This December, we’re celebrating the incredible network and initiatives that make up NAAIA. On Day 23, we’re highlighting NAAIA San Francisco! 🌟 Under the leadership of President Stacy Sanders, NAAIA - San Francisco Bay Area Chapter has become a beacon of innovation and opportunity on the West Coast. This chapter thrives on its ability to merge tradition with forward-thinking initiatives, empowering professionals and creating space for collaboration and growth. One of their signature efforts, the 10th Annual Scholarship Charity Golf Tournament, raised significant funds for the Ivan J. Houston Scholarship Fund, providing critical support for students pursuing careers in insurance. We’re proud to celebrate NAAIA San Francisco’s dedication to education, professional development, and community building! #NAAIA24 #HighlightingNAAIA #NAAIASanFrancisco #LeadershipInAction #AdvancingOurMission #CommunityImpact

Holiday Greetings from NAAIA Florida As we wrap up this season of joy and reflection, we extend our heartfelt wishes to you and your loved ones. May your holidays be filled with joy, peace, growth, love, and endless possibilities. 2024 has been an incredible journey, and we are grateful for the milestones we’ve achieved together. As we look forward to 2025, we are excited for the opportunities and successes that await us as a community. Here’s to another year of collaboration, inspiration, and excellence. Let’s continue to make an impact and uplift one another. Happy Holidays and a Prosperous New Year! #naaiafl #naaia #holidays #newyear

🌟 This December, we’re celebrating the incredible network and initiatives that make up NAAIA. On Day 22, we’re highlighting NAAIA Phoenix! 🌟 Established as the newest chapter of NAAIA, NAAIA Phoenix Chapter is already making a remarkable impact in one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. Led by President Robert E. Branscomb II, this chapter brings together a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to advancing mentorship and career opportunities in insurance for our growing #NAAIAWest region. We’re proud to celebrate NAAIA Phoenix’s promising future and the foundation they’re building to empower professionals and transform the industry! #NAAIA24 #HighlightingNAAIA #NAAIAPhoenix #LeadershipInAction #AdvancingOurMission #CommunityImpact

Thank you, NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association for highlighting the NAAIA Metro DC Chapter! It’s an honor to be part of such a committed and impactful community. A special thank you to (L-R)Wrenna Armwood, Tirzah Bartley, ASLI, Jannalex Alviarez, Wendell Smith, Insurance-Business Development Executive, Gregory Dunlap, Lindsay Powell, Janae M., Kendall Medlin, Carl J. Holland - FMLI, ACS, PCS, GBDS, Natasha Dorsey, VBS, John L. Green III , The Renaissance Agent™ , DaNay Jackson, CIC, SCLA, Chris Martin, and Jason Clayton PE, ARM, CPCU, MBA for representing Metro DC this year at the national conference—your energy and dedication were inspiring. Let’s continue to represent Metro DC strongly, and I look forward to seeing even more of our chapter in Philadelphia next fall for #NAAIA2025! Together, we’re advancing our mission and making a lasting impact. #NAAIAMetroDC #LeadershipInAction #CommunityImpact #Networking

I love our Philly chapter! We can’t wait to host next year’s annual conference! We closed the year out with an awesome holiday party! Great time, people and memories! #NAAIA #Insurance #Philadelphia

🌟 This December, we’re celebrating the incredible network and initiatives that make up NAAIA. On Day 21, we’re highlighting NAAIA Philadelphia 🌟 Under the leadership of President Sevé Spruill, NAAIA Philadelphia has consistently worked to empower professionals in the insurance industry. This chapter is proud to host the 2025 NAAIA National Conference, a landmark event bringing together industry leaders, professionals, and allies to foster growth, innovation, and collaboration. We’re excited to celebrate NAAIA Philadelphia’s contributions to advancing our mission and their ongoing commitment to creating pathways for success! #NAAIA24 #HighlightingNAAIA #NAAIAPhiladelphia #LeadershipInAction #AdvancingOurMission #CommunityImpact

Happy Friday! We’re thrilled to announce the formation of a new chapter of the NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association in Cincinnati! If you’re interested in discovering more about this organization, the benefits of membership, and networking with fellow professionals, please join us on Wednesday, February 19th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Join us for a FREE in-person networking event at The Jester Bar & Cigar Patio, a local Black-owned bar. Enjoy food and drinks available for purchase while connecting with fellow professionals. Please reach out to me if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you! #NAAIA #Cincinnati #Insurance #networking #kentucky #claims #underwriting

🌟 How can we bring more top talent into the insurance industry? 🌟 In collaboration with Insurance Business America, our latest "Meet the Executive" series features Travis Bethune of Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance. Travis shares his journey into the insurance world, his passion for mentorship, and how organizations like NAAIA can pave the way for the next generation of industry leaders. 📺 Hear Travis’s insights and discover strategies to strengthen our field: https://lnkd.in/ebVJisji #NAAIA24 #MeetTheExecutive #InsuranceBusinessAmerica #InsuranceLeadership #DiversityInInsurance #BuildingTheFuture

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are proud to share that RISKWORLD 2024 has been honored with the 2024 TSNN - Trade Show News Network (TSNN) Award for demonstrating leadership in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at a trade show or convention. 🏆 A huge thank you to CNTV for the nomination and to WTW for sponsoring the DEI Studio at RISKWORLD 2024! This recognition would not have been possible without the collective dedication and collaboration of so many who made this happen: ✨ RIMS CEO, Gary LaBranche, FASAE, CAE – for his leadership and vision to advance DEI initiatives across the risk management community. ✨ Chief Sales and Events Officer, Stuart Ruff-Lyon – for booking keynote speaker, Marlee Matlin, renowned advocate for diversity, inclusion, and creating the “quiet room” to serve neuro-diverse attendees and others seeking a respite from the hustle of the 10,000-person conference. ✨ Chief Membership Experience Officer, Leslie Whittet, CAE – for leading the implementation of Wordly, real-time AI translation technology. ✨ Conference Program Manager, Kamy Persaud – for helping develop impactful DEI educational and peer-to-peer learning sessions. ✨ The incredible RIMS Creative, Events, IT, and Marketing Teams – for flawlessly executing the vision for RISKWORLD 2024. ✨ The dedicated RIMS DEI Advisory Council – for their strategic guidance and unwavering commitment. ✨ RIMS’ valued affinity partners: NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association, APIW, Inc., Asian American Insurance Network (AAIN), Rainbow Risk Alliance, LAAIA - Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies, and Insure Equality – for amplifying inclusion within the industry.   👉 Get involved! Join us in shaping a more inclusive future for the risk management community at RISKWORLD 2025 in Chicago May 4 – 7. Let’s keep building on this momentum, together! 🔗 Learn more about DEI Inclusivity Partnership opportunities: https://lnkd.in/exCdP3_9 🔗 Registration for RISKWORLD 2025: https://lnkd.in/eqmZEXTj #TSNN #IAEE #RISKWORLD #DEI #RIMS #WTW #NAAIA #APIW #AAIN #LAAIA #RainbowRiskAlliance #RiskManagement #Inclusion #Diversity #IndustryLeaders #TSNNAwards #riskmanagement #Chicago #insurance