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THIS ISSUE
WELCOME

New Agency Members: 

  • Claris Financial, Glen Allen, District 3 
  •  Mohan R. Guddeti, Falls Church, District 5 
  • Mullins Insurance Agency, Glen Allen, District 3

New Associate Members:

  • Tategy Inc., Silver Spring, MD
 
FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT AND CEO
All of you have heard about the film "The Blind Side," and you may have had the opportunity to see it. The story is about Michael Oher, a homeless and troubled boy who, with the help of a caring woman and her family, became an All-American football player and first-round NFL draft pick for the Baltimore Ravens.
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STATE & NATIONAL NEWS
IIABA has completed its review of the new Chubb Producer Agreement [Form 21-10 0392 (Ed. 3-87)].
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood recently announced a final rule specifically prohibiting interstate truck and bus drivers from using hand-held cellphones while operating their vehicles.
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Beginning January 1, 2012, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car will change.
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IIAV NEWS
While a portion of IIAV dues may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expense, they are not deductible as a charitable contribution. To the extent that IIAV and IIABA engage in lobbying, that portion of the dues is not deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense.
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Like the mighty mythical bird, the phoenix, with colorful plumage and a golden- and scarlet-colored tail rising from its own ashes, the prominent insurance name, Hilb, has resurfaced in Virginia within the past couple of years.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Join IIAV Young Agents on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. at Capitol Ale House - Innsbrook.
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IIAV's 2012 convention is back at the Virginia Beach Hilton from June 17 through June 19. This year's agenda is exciting and a bit different. Our theme is "Earth, Wind and Fire ... Life's a Beach."
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EDUCATION
Sign up for classes and events online at www.iiav.com. To register at member prices, you MUST enter your member ID and password. If you do not have this information, please call IIAV at 1-800-288-4428.
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Are you looking for classes dealing with insuring contractors or pursuing the CRIS designation? The schedule of CRIS classes for Richmond is now available.
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High school business class is what directed Lee Hill with AAA Mid-Atlantic to her first job in insurance. The business class she was in allowed students to learn about the business world both inside and outside the classroom.
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VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AGENTS
VAIA will now be offering both Life & Health and Property & Casualty pre-licensing classes in Manassas.
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Congratulations to these individuals who completed the Virginia Association of Insurance Agents' Property & Casualty pre-licensing courses.
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Post a position on IIABA's Career Center!
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IIAV MEMBER RESOURCES
A client called recently with a major worry: "We have a big problem with our customer service representatives (CSRs) not getting along with our sales people."
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Do you have a medical bill issue that you are struggling to resolve? Do you have a loved one that needs special care? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and need to find a specialist?
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PRESS RELEASES
IIAV Past President Robert Jordon "Bobb" Dennis, 78, of Bristol, Va., passed away Saturday, January 21, 2012.
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