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The 2025 KAIA Annual Convention took place from February 3-5 at the Hyatt Regency in Wichita, KS, bringing together a record-breaking 652 attendees for three days of education, networking, and industry recognition. With 21 educational sessions, an inspiring keynote, and a sold-out trade show featuring 84 booths, this year’s event set a new standard for…

Reviewing insurance client files is a resource commitment that could save the agency from an E&O claim or losing a good customer. Ensuring proper client file management shows a commitment to quality service, compliance, and data integrity.   Ensuring Accuracy and Up-to-Date Information Client Changes: Clients’ circumstances change over time-jobs, homes, family size, or financial…

The Kansas Legislature convenes on Monday, January 13th for its 90-day general legislative session. This will be the first year in the new legislative biennium, which means bills from the 2024 session do not carry over for consideration. We are also entering a session following the election in which all 40 Senate seats and 125…

For an independent insurance agency, strong cash reserves can be a double-edged sword. Having an influx of cash is certainly a positive, but effectively managing the balance between liquidity and returns requires careful strategy and disciplined financial management. With the right know-how, tools and banking partner, agencies can navigate this financial situation to maximize returns.…

It truly is the most wonderful time of the year and many of us have a treasured collection of holiday items that we’ve dusted off and put on display for all of our guests to enjoy. As much as I would like to talk about my Hallmark snowman collection, however, I’m also interested in discussing…

The 2024 KS & OK Young Agents Conference, titled Trailblazing Excellence, marked a significant milestone as Kansas and Oklahoma Young Agents partnered for the first time to create a larger, more impactful event. With over 150 attendees, the conference provided a unique opportunity for professional development and networking. Empowering Sessions Led by Industry Experts Attendees…

By Mallory Cornell, MBA, Vice President, Virtual Agency Solutions at the IIAW Determining if your insurance agency is ready to embrace technology involves assessing several key factors. Here are some questions to consider: Current Technological Infrastructure: Does your agency have the necessary hardware, software, and network infrastructure to support technological advancements? Assess whether your current…

Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule that is designed to prohibit the use of most non-compete clauses in employment agreements. The controversial and highly-publicized regulation was approved following a 3-2 vote of the commissioners. The Non-Compete Clause Rule is similar in many ways to the initial proposal unveiled by the FTC in January…

The 2024 KAIA Annual Convention took place from February 5th-7th at the Hyatt Regency in Wichita, offering attendees three days filled with educational sessions, networking opportunities, and industry recognition. With a total of 17 classes, this year’s convention provided ample opportunities for attendees to enhance their knowledge and skills in the insurance industry. Networking was…