News and Hot Topics Archive
May Chapter Meeting.  Jeff DeTurris, assistant vice president for Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO), will discuss emerging issues in personal lines insurance such as alternative energy sources and climate change, and loss exposures related to these issues.  To enable us to have an accurate count for food purposes, please mail or e-mail reservations by May 17, 2011.  A registration form can be found on the last page the current ChapterGram or you may register on line and pay by credit card by clicking here.
May 2011 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Chris Murphy, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
April Chapter Meeting.  David Zuby, chief research officer for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), will discuss recent research from the IIHS which may include: mitigating whiplash injuries, side impact crashworthiness design, crashes between cars and heavy trucks, and much more.  To enable us to have an accurate count for food purposes, please mail or e-mail reservations by February 11, 2011.  A registration form can be found on the last page the current ChapterGram or you may register on line and pay by credit card by clicking here.
April 2011 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Chris Murphy, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
March 2011 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Chris Murphy, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
JOIN US FOR THE 2011 ANNUAL CPCU GOLF OUTING ON THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2011.  Please mark your calendar for an afternoon of golf.  Our outing is a Best Shot tournament open to not only CPCU’s, but all insurance industry employees, family, friends and business associates.  This year our chapter will be raising money to support the Blank Children’s Hospital.  Click here to register for the event.
February Chapter Meeting.  Charlie Kingdollar, Vice President for General Reinsurance, will speak on the topic of "Personal Injury Claims Arising From the Internet".  To enable us to have an accurate count for food purposes, please mail or e-mail reservations by February 11, 2011.  A registration form can be found on the last page the current ChapterGram or you may register on line and pay by credit card by clicking here.
February 2011 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Chris Murphy, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
"Generations at Work" Presentation Slides Available. At our December chapter meeting Debbie Ladehoff presented on the topic of mixed generations in the workplace.  To access a PDF version of her presentation please click here.
January Chapter Meeting.  “Fire Prevention”  by Lonn Abeltins.  Lonn Abeltins, CFEI, CFS, is the President and Senior Fire Investigator with IFIC.  He has over 27 years experience and has conducted over 3,000 Origin & Cause investigations.  Lonn is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, as well as a Certified Fire Specialist.  To enable us to have an accurate count for food purposes, please mail or e-mail reservations by January 14, 2011.  A registration form can be found on the last page the current ChapterGram or you may register on line and pay by credit card by clicking here.
January 2011 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Chris Murphy, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
December Chapter Meeting.  “Generations at Work”  by Debbie Ladehoff.  Debbie works at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company and will speak about how different generations of employees work together and how each has a different view based on when they grew up. To enable us to have an accurate count for food purposes, please mail or e-mail reservations by December 10, 2010.  A registration form can be found on the last page the current ChapterGram or you may register on line and pay by credit card by clicking here.
December 2010 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
November 2010 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
Register for I-Day Today!  Our annual Insurance Day is fast approaching as it will be held Thursday, November 11th, from 8am - 2pm at the Downtown Des Moines Marriott.  You won't want to miss our CEO Roundtable; presentations on insurance legislation and social media; and lunch and conferment of our new designees!
To register and pay by credit card click here.  For a PDF copy of the I-Day brochure click here (646k). 
October 2010 Chapter Meeting.  Paul Kneuer, Senior Vice President & Chief Reinsurance Strategist for Holborn Corporation, will provide a snapshot of today's reinsurance industry, covering topics such as key recent events for reinsurance; supply factors for reinsurance; and the reinsurance outlook for 2011 and 2012. Please plan to join us on Thursday, October 21st, from 7:30am - 9:00am at  Glen Oaks Country Club, 1401 Glen Oaks Dr., West Des Moines, IA 50266.

To enable us to have an accurate count for food purposes, please call, mail, fax or e-mail reservations by October 15, 2010. A registration form can be found on the last page of the current ChapterGram.  To register and pay by credit card click here. 
October 2010 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
September 2010 ChapterGram. ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
Annual Meeting Packages Available.  Looking to pay for all chapter meetings in one payment?  An option to pay annually for all chapter meetings (excludes the March ethics event and the annual golf outing) can be found by clicking here.
Annual Planning Session. The annual planning session is scheduled on August 11th at 3 p.m. at Farm Bureau. One of the primary objectives of the planning meeting is to discuss goals and directions of our committees. If you have an idea of something we could do better, please bring it to share. If you have any interest in being on a committee come to this meeting and meet your team!  Click here to see our chapter's updated job descriptions.
April 2010 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
March 2010 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
February 2010 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
Larry Matthews, Jr.  Lawrence William “Larry” Matthews, Jr., 88, died Thursday, January 28, 2010 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at Plymouth Congregational Church. Larry was elected to the Iowa Insurance Hall of Fame in 2009 and was the recipient of the Iowa CPCU Burkhalter Award in 2008.  Link to obituary in the Des Moines Register.
Insurance Dream Team. Insurance Broadcasting in conjunction with the Insurance Media Association has announced the 7th annual list of the "100 Most Powerful People In The Insurance Industry, North America" also referred to as "The Insurance Dream Team."  Dr. Therese "Terri" M. Vaughan, NAIC Chief Executive Officer is on the list.  Dr. Vaughn is a member of our chapter and she was the 2009 recipient of the Burkhalter Award.
January 2010 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
January Chapter Meeting.  Our speaker is Tony Joseph, Senior Vice President from Lloyd’s, America. He is responsible for all customer relations in the Western and Southwestern USA. The meeting will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2010, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, Mercy Campus.  More details and a registration form can be found on page eight of the current ChapterGram.  For on-line registration and payment by credit card click here.  
December Chapter Meeting.  Please join us for breakfast on December 10th at The Machine Shed where Meteorologist Chris Conoan will discuss: Basics of The Weather.  To register on line and pay by credit card click here.  More information and a registration form can be found by clicking here.  Please bring a food or cash donation for the Food Pantry of Iowa.
November 2009 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
I-Day or Insurance Industry Day is proclaimed each year to recognize persons who have completed the requirements necessary to attain the CPCU designation, and as a forum to discuss insurance topics of current interest.   The topic this year is Partnership: Government & Insurance.   Click here for more information or to register for this great event.  Participation and attendance is open to anyone.
October Chapter Meeting.  "Building Champions for Life”  Many of us have probably seen the commercials for the NCAA where the catchphrase is "most of us will be going pro in something other than sports". Sandy Hatfield Clubb, Drake Athletic Director, recognizes most student athletes will not become professionals in the collegiate sport they play. Consequently, she helps build the character and skills these student athletes will use to become productive in their respective chosen profession.  Please plan to join us at the Wakonda Country Club Center for this interesting topic.
Click here for a registration form (PDF) to mail or fax or click here to pay by credit card.
October 2009 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.

The CPCU Society and the Iowa Chapter proudly present . . .

Don’t Get Bopped by a BOP!
 and
 Business Income is Everyone’s Business
Presented by Jill Haynes Gidge, CPCU, CIC, CPIW, AAI, AAM, AIT, AIS, ACSR, RN

Register Online

When:

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Where:

Farm Bureau Insurance Company
5400 University Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50266
For More Information: Full workshop details are available online.
September 2009 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the latest edition of our award winning ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1998.
Iowa CPCU Chapter – Volunteer Opportunity   Have you heard about the upcoming Anawim Housing project in Des Moines?  The goal is to build nine homes for needy families in just nine days.  The Iowa Chapter of the CPCU Society has already donated funds to purchase smoke detectors for the nine plex housing unit.

Addititionally, our chapter is providing volunteers on Wednesday, September 9th from 2 pm – 6 pm to assist in monitoring on-site safety.  Our tasks might include directing traffic, parking assistance, offering directions and/or providing minor first aid assistance.  

To register for the event or to get additional details please contact Jeff Wilson at (515) 327-2868 or jeff.wilson@theimtgroup.com.
September Chapter Meeting.  Plan to join your fellow CPCUs on September 17, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. in the Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center. Our speaker is Angel Robinson, Consumer Insurance Advocate and her topic is "Consumer Advocate Position and Issues Involving P/C Lines" 

Ms. Robinson is the new Consumer Advocate for Insurance. She reviews areas of concern in insurance regulation and consumer complaints. This allows her to assist the insurance commissioner and lawmakers to improve consumer protection and service as it relates to the insurance industry. Ms. Robinson will discuss challenges facing her position and current P/C issues.

To enable us to have an accurate count for food purposes, please mail or e-mail reservations by September 11, 2009.   Click here for a registration form (PDF) to mail or fax or click here to pay by credit card.
CPCU Society of Iowa - Habitat for Humanity Day is August 6, 2009. Openings are still available for volunteers to assist on a Habitat for Humanity project on Thursday, August 6th. Regardless of your construction abilities, you are welcome to assist on this project. This should be a fun and rewarding experience where you will get to know your fellow CPCUs on a whole new level.  If you are interested in volunteering on August 6, please contact Jeff Wilson (jeff.wilson@theimtgroup.com).
New Designee Reception. Congratulations on achieving your Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters designation!   Please join the Iowa Chapter of the CPCU in recognition of…. YOU!  Come and celebrate your achievements. Meet the other 2009 New Designees. Get to know the Iowa CPCU Chapter Board Members. Plan for Denver. Network.  
Date: Tuesday - August 18, 2009   Time: Stop by after work. Reception will run from 4:30pm - 6:30pm   
Where: Raccoon River Brewing Company,  200 10th Street, Des Moines, IA (We have The River Room reserved – straight back and to the right)  Please R.S.V.P. by phone or email to Craig Green by August 7, 2009. Craig Green, CPCU 2009 New Designee Representative Phone: 641-269-8297 Email: cgreen@gmrc.com
The August Planning Meeting is scheduled for August 12 at 3pm at Farm Bureau.  Conference rooms CC 5 and CC6.  Board and committee members will be working on our committee goals and directions, so bring your ideas and share!
May Chapter Meeting. "Insurance Industry and Sustainability" by James R. Jones CPCU, AIC, ARM, AIS Director of the Katie School of Insurance and Financial Services Illinois State University  Click here for detail and to register.  Note: The chapter officers for 2009 -2010 will be installed at this meeting.
2009 Chapter Survey Results.  Your chapter conducted a short survey of recent CPCUs to better understand their needs.  The results are available by clicking here.
April 2009 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1997.
April Chapter Meeting.  This meeting includes the election of new officers and open board of directors positions.  Location is the Historical Building at 600 East Locust St.  Bob Skow, CPCU, CAE CEO, Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa will bring us up-to-date on "Current Legislative Issues".  Click here for more details and to register for this event
With CPCU Society webinars, you stay on the cutting edge in the demanding global property-casualty business environment.  Click here for a schedule of upcoming seminars.
Practical Techniques for Project Management is a  one day workshop at Farm Bureau in West Des Moines on April 20, 2009. Presented by Diane Nolley, CPCU.  For more details and to register please click here.
CPCU Society's 2009 Leadership Summit.  The CPCU Society’s annual spring Leadership Summit is set for the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix, Ariz., April 21–25, 2009. Join CPCU Society volunteer leaders and industry experts for affordable, flexible and innovative programs that help leaders become better positioned to meet  individual and collective strategic challenges.  For more details, including registration, click here.
March Chapter Meeting:  March 24, 2009 Save the Date!!   The Kelley Insurance Center – Drake University, the National  Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors – Central Iowa, The Society of Financial Service Professionals, The Des Moines Area Association of Health Underwriters and the Iowa Chapter, CPCU Society are once again sponsoring “Ethics Day – 2009” on March 24, 2009 at the Olmsted Center at Drake University.  For more details, including registration by mail or fax, click here.  Click here to register and pay by credit card
February Chapter Meeting: An International Perspective By Shaun Tarbuck, Chief Executive of the ICMIF from the United Kingdom. Click here for more details and to register for the event.
Iowa Chapter Excellence Award.  The chapter is seeking nominations for this award.  Criteria for receiving the award and a list of past recipients are now posted on the chapter's web site.  Link to Iowa Chapter Excellence Award.
January Chapter Meeting Download Available.  An outline of the presentation that was made at the January chapter meeting is available for download.  Click here for a copy of the Managing Generation whY?!? outline.
January Chapter Meeting: Managing Generation whY?!?  Their grandparents learned to dial the phone with the crank of their wrist, their parents learned by punching buttons with their index finger, but they learned to dial with their thumbs and that is the least of the differences.  Ready or not, here they come!  Click here for more details and to register for the event.
January 2009 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1997.
CPCU Society Technical Workshop.  On January 20, 2009 two technical workshops will be presented by the CPCU Society's Iowa Chapter.  The topics are Directors and Officers Liability and Commercial Crime Policy Coverages.  The instructor for both workshops will be Bryan Tilden.  Click here for more information about the workshop including registration details.
December Meeting. Join the Iowa Chapter for a Holiday celebration on December 3, 2008 from 5-7 at the Des Moines Botanical Center.  Enjoy the music of the Mel Hrubetz duo and take in the holiday greenery from the Riverwalk Café while socializing and networking with your CPCU friends and colleagues!    Click here for registration.
December 2008 ChapterGram.  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1997.
DATE CHANGE! CPCU Society Technical Workshop.  The November 10, 2008 CPCU Society technical workshops have been rescheduled for December 10, 2008 and will be at Allied Insurance, a Nationwide Company, 1100 Locust Ave. Des Moines in the Auditorium.  The topics are: 1. Personal Lines Special Needs in the am and 2. Surviving a Litigious Society in the pm.  Click here for more details and registration information.
November 2008 ChapterGram  ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to 1997.

Insurance Industry Day is proclaimed each year to recognize persons who have completed the requirements necessary to attain the CPCU designation, and as a forum to discuss insurance topics of current interest.  Participation and attendance is open to anyone. This year's event will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at the Hotel Fort Des Moines.  The agenda includes:

  • Panel Discussion: “Disaster and Recovery: Are You Prepared?”

  • Keynote Speaker: Captain Alfred C. Haynes “The Story of Flight 232”

  • Conferment of New Designees: Marvin Kelly, CPCU, MBA, AU CPCU Society National President

Click here for more information about I-Day and to register for the event.
CPCU Society Technical Workshop.  There will be two CPCU Society technical workshops at Farm Bureau on Nov. 10, 2008. The speaker will be Elise Farnham who will present the following two sessions: 1. Personal Lines Special Needs in the am and 2. Surviving a Litigious Society in the pm.  Click here for more details and registration information.
Advanced: Employment Practices Liability Webinar The CPCU Society's Risk Management Interest Group proudly presents a webinar on an important topic!  When: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 12:05 – 1:05 p.m. EDT.  For more information or to register for the webinar please click here.
Member In The News!  Carol Dawson, CPCU was recognized in a recent article in the Des Moines Register for her speech at the 2008 Annual Meeting in Philadelphia and for her commitment to education and training.  Congratulations Carol!

October 2008 Chapter Meeting Join us as Judy Bradshaw, Des Moines Chief of Police shares the "Challenges Of Coping With The Recent Flooding In Downtown Des Moines"  Click here for more details or to register for the meeting.
October 2008 ChapterGram ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the ChapterGram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.
September 2008 ChapterGram ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the Chaptergram. Click here for this issue and also for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.
September Chapter Meeting Scott Armstrong from GenRe presents an interactive program called the "Insurance Knowledge Challenge". Think you know a lot about the history and trivia of the insurance business? Like a challenge? Like to have some fun? If so, then attend the September CPCU lunch meeting and get put to the test! Click here for more details or to register for the meeting.

Iowa Chapter 2008-09 Annual Meeting Package  Save time and money by signing up for all chapter events at one time.   Click here for details.

New Designees. Now that the tests are over….....it’s time to Celebrate!
Congratulations on achieving your Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters designation!  
Please join the Iowa Chapter of the CPCU in recognition of…. YOU!

Please R.S.V.P. by phone or email.  Hope to see you there!

Erin Osier, CPCU 2008 New Designee Representative
Phone: 515-223-6998
Email: eosier@holmesmurphy.com
What: Reception (includes appetizers and 2 drink tickets)
Date: Wednesday August 27th
Time: Stop by after work. Reception will run from 4:30pm  - 6:30pm 
Where: Jimmy’s American Cafe | 1238 8th Street | West Des Moines, IA   
Why:  Come and celebrate your achievements. Meet the other 2008 New Designees. Get to know the Iowa CPCU Chapter Board Members. Plan for Philadelphia. Network.

Iowa Chapter has been featured in "Your CPCU Society August 2008 e-LINK" for the KCCI Morning Mug Shot feature. Here is the article: 

WE’RE ‘SPREADING THE WORD!   August Visibility Spotlight Winner ‘ Spreads the Word! ’ on Television

Rose Nwaturuocha, CPCU , public relations chair of the Iowa Chapter, spread the word in May in a very unique way. When the chapter learned about a special morning news segment on a Des Moines TV station promoting local business and community organizations, she prepared a write-up about the chapter, and dropped it off at the station, along with a CPCU Society mug. “On the morning of May 6, 2008, the CPCU Society mug was seen by an estimated 20,000 viewers in the central Iowa broadcast area,” said Nwaturuocha, a product underwriting senior staff specialist at Nationwide Agribusiness Insurance in Des Moines. Read more in the August Visibility Spotlight. In recognition for her “Spread the Word!” efforts, Nwaturuocha will receive a business card holder with the CPCU Society logo. 

Here is a link to KCCI Morning Mug Shot feature.

New Ad Featuring EMC Debuts.  (From the  "Your CPCU Society August 2008 e-LINK") The Society is launching a new ad, featuring Bruce G. Kelley, CPCU, president and CEO of EMC Insurance Companies. In the ad, Kelley notes, “By supporting the CPCU designation program and the CPCU Society, we’re ensuring the success of our employees and our company.” The ad will appear in key trade publications, starting in August. See the new ad.

Take me out to the ball game!  The Iowa Chapter of CPCU is hosting an I-Cubs Outing on August 5, 2008 to kick off the 2008-09 Year. This event is for all Iowa Chapter CPCU members, their friends, and families. The Chapter will provide 2 tickets per member. Additional tickets can be purchased at a cost of $5 per ticket. Game time is 7:05 p.m. This will be a group outing for our Chapter and everyone will be seated in the same section.

To reserve your tickets for the event, please call or e-mail Barb Sullivan at 515-225-5445 or bsullivan@fbfs.com. The money for any additional tickets purchased may be sent to Barb Sullivan c/o Farm Bureau Insurance Co., 5400 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266. Checks should be made payable to Iowa Chapter CPCU.

The tickets may be picked up the evening of the event at the will call window. The tickets will be under the name of the Iowa Chapter CPCU member who made the reservation.  All reservations and money for additional tickets are due by July 25.  We look forward to seeing you there!
The Iowa Chapter has earned the Gold Level of the Circle for Excellence Award for the 2007-2008 chapter year! Congratulations to Kevin Seward, the officers, board members and many volunteers that made this achievement possible.
ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the May 2008 ChapterGram.  Click here for this issue and for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.
JOIN US FOR THE 2008 ANNUAL CPCU GOLF OUTING.  Please mark your calendar for an afternoon of golf.  Our outing is a Best Ball tournament open to not only CPCU’s, but all insurance industry employees, family, friends and business associates.  This year our chapter will be raising money to support the Blank Children’s Hospital Fire Safety House.  Click here to register for the event.
CPCU Society Membership Directory.  Exclusive to CPCU Society members, the online Membership Directory provides immediate access to up-to-date information on fellow CPCUs. To view the Membership Directory, you must be a member of the CPCU Society, and you have to log in to the web site. Click here for more information.
You Told Us!  Thanks for the great response to the recent chapter survey. Your chapter leaders are analyzing the 106 responses and will continue to use this feedback to guide their decisions. Here is a link to an abridged version of the responses. 
May Chapter Meeting. The meeting will be on Thursday May 15th, 11:30am - 1:00pm at the Blank Park Zoo. Our speaker will be Stan Reynolds, President,  Reynolds & Reynolds.  The title of his presentation is "Giving Back".  Hear about the many ways you can give back to your community and how it can pay huge dividends in your life and career!  Note: At this meeting the new officers and directors for the 2008-2009 chapter year will be installed.  Click here to register for the event.
Tell us what you think!  Please help guide the Iowa CPCU Chapter into the future by completing a short survey by clicking this link.   We value your opinion so please take 5 minutes to complete this brief survey.  The survey link will be available  for two weeks, and results will be published in May.  Thank you!  We appreciate your participation in this survey.
ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the April 2008 ChapterGram.  Click here for this issue and for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.
Chapter Meeting  "How To Get An Interview In An Electronic World" Speakers: Mekenze Bishop, Senior Recruiter - Nationwide; Katie Roland, HR Specialist - Nationwide  Learn how to write an effective resume in the ever changing world of on-line recruiting.  Also, at our April meeting we will be collecting non-perishable food items and accepting cash donations for the Central Iowa Food Bank as one of our Good Works Projects.  Help support those in need! To register or for more details click here.
ChapterGram Editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the March 2008 ChapterGram.  Click here for this issue and for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.
ETHICS DAY – 2008 at the Olmsted Center on the Drake Campus.  This event is sponsored by the Kelley Insurance Center – Drake University in cooperation with the Iowa Chapter, CPCU Society; Society of Financial Service Professionals; and the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors – Central Iowa.  Additional information is on page nine in the March ChapterGram and a registration form is on page ten.  Here is a shortcut to a printer friendly registration form.
Technical Workshop: The Iowa Chapter will sponsor a Technical Workshop Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at the Farm Bureau auditorium.  Speaker Bryan Tilden will present two half day sessions. The topics are:
  • The 2007 Commercial General Liability Policy-The Latest Changes
  • Commercial Property Policy Changes
Click here for more details and to register.
The Iowa Chapter is pleased to announce that Bruce G. Kelley is the first recipient of the Burkhalter Award. The Burkhalter Award is presented at I-Day to a person who has made significant contributions to the community and the Iowa insurance industry.  
Come and enjoy an evening with fellow insurance professionals in the beautiful Heritage Art Gallery at the Polk County Admin Building, 2nd & Walnut! Wine and a variety of appetizers will be served in the historic setting, and we will learn about the history and types of exhibits, as well as the insurance arrangements for the gallery. Join the fun and bring a friend! Topic: Art with a Community Connection Speaker: Tom Green, Heritage Art Gallery Board President.  To register or for more details click here.
I-Day 2007.  The "Empty Desks" pandemic presentation and links to related resources on the Internet are available by clicking here. 
Save the Date! for a National Leadership Institute (NLI) seminar to be held on Thursday afternoon February 21, 2008 The facilitator is Marsha Eagan on "Building Communication Strategies." It will be held at Farm Bureau and the session has been approved for 4 CE credits.  More details will be announced soon.
ChapterGram editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the November ChapterGram.  Click here for this issue and for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.  
I-Day 2007. Insurance Industry Day is proclaimed each year to recognize persons who have completed the requirements necessary to attain the CPCU designation, and as a forum to discuss insurance topics of current interest. Participation and attendance is open to anyone. It will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2007.  Click here for more information.
Our ChapterGram editor Dean Miller, CPCU has published the October ChapterGram.  Click here for this issue and for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.  
October Chapter Meeting.  Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 11:30 a.m.  Topic: WC Fraud Speakers: Barbara Steil and Mike Weatherall, Silverhawk Investigations. Learn how to identify some of the indications of Workers' Compensation fraud as well as when an investigation may be warranted. This will include some of the factors that should be considered on whether or not to pursue further investigation when Workers' Compensation fraud is suspected as well as the trends in the awareness of the individuals being suspected of fraud regarding the investigation process.  More information and registration.  
The Iowa Chapter is sponsoring two Technical Workshops Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at the Farm Bureau auditorium. On October 9, 2007 speaker Elise Farnham will present 2 half day sessions on the topics: Insurance Cheats are Deadbeats—and They Cost You Money! and The Dirty Dozen: Twelve External Factors Impacting Insurance Contracts. More details are available by clicking here.
Dean Miller, the chapter's new ChapterGram editor has published the first ChapterGram for the 2007-2008 chapter year.  Click here for this issue and for access to ChapterGram issues that date back to September 1997.
September Chapter Meeting.  Thursday, September 20, 2007 11:30 a.m. Location: Salisbury House Topic: Iowa Speedway Speaker: Craig Armstrong, Vice President and General Manager.  Learn about the history of the Iowa Speedway as well the safety and loss control measures that are have been implemented at the Iowa Speedway and within the motor sports entertainment industry. Click here for on line registration and payment by credit card.  Registration deadline is September 14, 2007.  See the item below for an annual payment option.

2007-2008 Annual Meeting Package.  Package Includes: All Monthly Chapter meetings & I-Day  Cost: $200 for the Annual Package. That is a $25 discount for paying in advance. (Individually purchased monthly meetings are $25 each; I-Day registration is $50)  Click here to purchase or click here for more information.

Save the Dates: The Iowa Chapter will sponsor Technical Workshops Tuesday, October 9, 2007 and Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at the Farm Bureau auditorium. On October 9, 2007 speaker Elise Farnham will present 2 half day sessions on the topics: Insurance Cheats are Deadbeats—and They Cost You Money! and The Dirty Dozen: Twelve External Factors Impacting Insurance Contracts. On April 1, 2008  Speaker Bryan Tilden will present two half day sessions.  More details on both workshops will be announced soon.

General Louis D. Burkhalter, the first president of the Iowa Chapter of the CPCU Society, died July 19, 2007 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  He was 98 years old. Here is a link to his on line memorial.  General Burkhalter was inducted into the Iowa Insurance Hall of Fame in 2005.  In 2007 the Iowa Chapter of CPCU announced the creation of the Burkhalter Award to be presented annually to recognize people who have made a contribution to the property and casualty insurance industry and their community through civic involvement.

Congratulations to our new designees on achieving your Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters designation! Please join the Iowa Chapter of the CPCU in recognition of YOUR Achievement! Meet the other 2007 New Designees. Get to know the Iowa CPCU Chapter Board Members. Plan for Hawaii. Network.

What: Reception (includes free hors d’veours and 2 drink tickets)
When: Wednesday August 22nd Time: Reception will run from 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Stop by after work.
Where: Hotel Fort Des Moines Wedgwood Room 1000 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA 50306 www.hotelfortdesmoines.com    
R.S.V.P.: By phone or email no later than August 17th to Erin Osier, CPCU, 2007 New Designee Representative Phone: 515-223-6912 Email: eosier@holmesmurphy.com

The Iowa Chapter of CPCU is hosting an I-Cubs Outing on August 1, 2007 to kick off the 2007-08 Year. This event is for all Iowa Chapter CPCU members, their friends, and families. The Chapter will provide 2 tickets per member. Additional tickets can be purchased at a cost of $6 per ticket.  Click here for more information.     (Our chapter was on the scoreboard!  )
The Iowa Chapter achieves the Gold Level of the Circle for Excellence Award for the 2006 -2007 chapter year!   The CPCU Society’s Circle of Excellence Recognition Program recognizes each chapter for its efforts to achieve benchmarks in chapter performance.  Chapters can earn Gold, Silver, or Bronze recognition by completing key initiatives of the Society’s strategic plan.
The first Burkhalter Award will be presented this fall to an individual for outstanding achievement and contribution to the insurance industry in Iowa. The award is named after Major General Louis D. Burkhalter, Jr. who was the first individual in Iowa to attain the CPCU designation; a charter member of the Iowa Chapter of CPCU; the first president of the Iowa Chapter and an inductee of the Iowa Insurance Hall of Fame.  For more information, including access to a nomination form, please click here. 
The 2007 IIHOF Induction Ceremony will be held at the Olmsted Center, Drake University.  Social hour will start at 5:00 pm, dinner at 6:00 pm and the program will begin at 6:45 pm.  See the IIHOF web site for additional details and registration information.
ChapterGram: Senior Editor Russ Greenwood has published the April 2007 ChapterGram.
JOIN US FOR THE 2007 ANNUAL CPCU GOLF OUTING at The Legacy Golf Club - Norwalk, Iowa   12:00 Noon Shotgun Start /  Dinner will begin at 5:00 p.m.  Mark your calendar for an afternoon of golf. This year our chapter will again be raising money to support the Blank Children's Hospital Fire Safety House.   Our golf outing is a Best Ball tournament open to all insurance industry employees, family, friends and business associates. Fees may be paid either on-line by credit card or by check/cash using a registration form.  ...More golf event details...
Chapter Meeting,  May 17, 2007.  The speaker for our May meeting is Marvin Knoot.  His presentation is called "Fish! Leadership Program". The meeting will be held at Hoyt Sherman Place. Please make a special note that this meeting will be from 11:30 am until approximately 1:45 pm due to the installation of officers for the 2007 -2008 Chapter year.  Additional details to be announced.  Click here to register online and to pay by credit card.
Chapter Meeting,  April 19, 2007.  Our speaker: Robert Fulwider, National President--Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America  Topic: Where Have We Been and Where Are We Going? This event will be held at the Des Moines Golf & Country Club. The election of Officers and Directors for chapter year 2007-2008 will be held at this meeting.  Click here to register online and to pay by credit card.
  The CPCU Society and the Iowa Chapter proudly present . . . Additional Insured and Certificate of Insurance Issues Includes Impact of Latest CGL Endorsements! and Course of Construction Policies and Installation Floaters The Right Coverage for the Project! Filed for CE Credits! Thursday, April 5, 2-07 at Farm Bureau Financial Services, 5400 University Avenue, West Des Moines, IA.  Register Today! 
ChapterGram: Senior Editor Russ Greenwood has published the March 2007 ChapterGram.
March Chapter Meeting Thursday, March 8, 2007 Ethics Day Seminar at Drake University--Olmsted Center. Open the brochure and registration form by clicking here (1.2 meg PDF)
ChapterGram: Senior Editor Russ Greenwood has published the February 2007 ChapterGram.
February  Chapter Meeting:  WHO TV’s Chief Meteorologist Ed Wilson will be talking about weather forecasting techniques and trends as well as his views on the impact of global warming.  Please bring a canned food item for the Food Bank of Iowa  Date & Time: Thursday, February 22, 2007 11:30 a.m.— 1:30 p.m. Location: Glen Oaks Country Club, west Des Moines, Iowa.  Click here for a registration form or here to register on-line and to pay with a credit card.

January Chapter Meeting Thursday, January 25, 2007 11:30 a.m.— 1:30 p.m. This will be our 55th anniversary celebration! Susan Voss, the Iowa Insurance Commissioner, will speak as well as James Britt the National President-elect. In addition, Ted Lussem will provide a history of the Iowa Chapter. Note: We expect this luncheon to last at least a half hour longer than normal. Register on-line or by telephone, fax or mail

ChapterGram: Senior Editor Russ Greenwood has published the January 2007 ChapterGram. 

National  Leadership Seminar (NLI)   Thursday March 22, 2007  Time: 8:00 a.m. – Noon  Topic: Ethical Decision Making  Instructor: Jim Jones, CPCU Where: Farm Bureau  West Des Moines.  Click here for more details and to register.

National  Leadership Seminar (NLI)   Friday March 23, 2007  Time: 8:00 a.m. – Noon  Topic: Ethical Decision Making  Instructor: Jim Jones, CPCU  Where: Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company 808 Highway 18 West Algona, Iowa 50511.  Click here for more details and to register.

December Chapter Holiday Meeting Wednesday, December 6 from 5:00 - 7:00 at The Wine House. The address is 14225 University Avenue, Waukee - two blocks west of Jordan Creek Parkway on University Avenue. For more details please click here. 
Jeff Baill, Yost & Baill, has made his I-Day presentation available.  Click here to view or download.  (PDF 2157.74KB) 

Dr. Douglas W. Jacobson, Director, Information Assurance Center, Iowa State University has made his I-Day presentation available.  Click here to view or download.  (PDF 330KB)

Craig A. Mathre, CPCU, CIC, CLU, Vice President, Markel Re Excess & Umbrella Division has made his I-Day presentation available.  Click here to view or download.  (PowerPoint 116.50KB)
Many thanks to our generous I-Day contributors!
ChapterGram: Senior Editor Russ Greenwood has published the November 2006 ChapterGram.  This issue includes a registration form for I-Day.

I-Day:  "Pathways to Success"  More details or register on-line . 
Friday, November 03, 2006. 8:30am - 1:45pm at the West Des Moines Marriott. 

Keynote Speaker: Tana Goertz. Topic: "Be Unforgettable" 
Underwriting Path: 
Craig A. Mathre, CPCU, CIC, CLU, Vice President, Markel Re Excess & Umbrella Division		 Claims Path:
  Jeff Baill, Yost & Baill		 Technology Path: 
Dr. Douglas W. Jacobson, Director, Information Assurance Center, Iowa State University

Conferment Address: Betsey L. Brewer, CPCU National President, CPCU Society & Senior Vice President & Partner, The Rule Company.
Chapter Meeting Thursday, October 19, 2006 at  11:30 Location: Des Moines Central Library   Speakers: William H. Woodruff, Ph.D. of InSciTech, Inc. and Kevin Cholakian, J.D., of Cholakian and Associates Topic: "Big Brother is Watching You Drive".   Registration form (pdf) or register on-line
Commercial Auto and Business Income Coverages.  Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Farm Bureau Insurance Company. Two half-day workshops—Presented by the CPCU Society and Co-sponsored by the CPCU Society’s Iowa Chapter. Click here for program details and registration information.

ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the October 2006 ChapterGram.

Scholarships are available in the amount of $1,500 for tuition during a recipient's sophomore, junior or senior year. Amount may be applied to spring, summer or fall tuition.  Please complete and return this form and the following information by Friday, March 16, 2007
The Iowa Chapter is pleased to announce a special price for the advance purchase of 8 chapter meetings and I-Day for only $180 (a $30 savings).  If you regularly attend the Iowa Chapter meetings, or are thinking of attending regularly, you may want to consider this option.  Click here for access to on-line payment for this option.
ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the September 2006 ChapterGram.
September Chapter Meeting.  Topic: Risk Management of Large Exposures  Speaker: Bob Cataldo, Polk County Risk Manager and Merle Hicks, Safety & Loss Control Specialist. Click here for program details and registration information. To register and pay on-line click here. Download the presentation by clicking here
Commercial Auto and Business Income Coverages.  Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Farm Bureau Insurance Company. Two half-day workshops—Presented by the CPCU Society and Co-sponsored by the CPCU Society’s Iowa Chapter. Click here for program details and registration information.
 The Fire Safety House at Blank Children's Hospital is a FREE fire safety education program designed to teach children important aspects of fire safety. The Iowa Chapter has been a long-time contributor in the form of volunteer hours and financial contributions.
Our chapter has 529 members made up of: 485 Paid Members, 2 Retired Members, 19 Lifetime Retired, 12 New Designees and 11 Candidate Members.  Click here to see our membership growth since 1952.
Congratulations to our 12 new designees!  Click here to see who they are and be sure to congratulate them on a job well done.
Chapter President Wade Scheeler has scheduled an Executive Board Planning Session at the Farm Bureau on July 14 from 1:00 - 4:00 in CC3 and the Full Board Annual Planning Session Wednesday, August 16, 2006 3 PM at Farm Bureau CC1 & CC2.
Chapter photographer Lloyd Sandbulte has posted numerous pictures that can be viewed by clicking here.

Mark your calendar for an afternoon of golf on June 7, 2006.  Our outing is a Best Ball tournament open to not only CPCU’s, but all insurance industry employees, family, friends and business associates. Click here for details.

ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the May 2006 ChapterGram. 

The CPCU Society and the Iowa Chapter Present a National Leadership Institute Course "Building Highly Effective Teams" Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at Farm Bureau Insurance Company. Click here for details.
Iowa Insurance Hall of Fame Thursday, May 18, 2006  Olmsted Center, Drake University Social 5:30 - Dinner 6:15 - Program 7:00.  Among the new inductees will be Judith A. Brannon, CPCU. Judy is a past president of our chapter and a current National Governor for the CPCU Society.
The May Chapter Meeting on Friday, May 19 features Bob Skow, CPCU, Executive VP Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa.  The topic is Trends in the Iowa Workers’ Compensation Market.  We will install the new Officers and Directors at this meeting.  Click here to register and pay by credit card or click here for a registration form.
2006 Leadership Summit and CPCU Society National Leadership Institute.  Join other CPCU Society leaders and volunteers in this unique, all-inclusive leadership and career development event.   Click here for details
ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the April 2006 ChapterGram. 
Take a few minutes and register for our April Chapter Meeting. Topic:  Leadership Skills for the Insurance Professional.  Speaker: Paul Caulkins.  Also, this meeting will include our annual election of Officers and Directors. Click here for more meeting details.  NEW!:  Click here to pay by credit card.  It is quick and secure! 
Larry L. Klein, CPCU, AAI, AIM Secretary-Treasurer, CPCU Society has provided his presentation from Ethics Day.  Click here with the left mouse button to view it or right click to save it to your workstation.
The results of the recent chapter membership survey are available on-line by clicking here.
The Iowa Chapter is sponsoring a National Leadership Institute (NLI) to be held in West Des Moines on March 29, 2006.  Click here for more details and a registration form.
ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the March 2006 ChapterGram.
The Kelley Insurance Center - Drake University in cooperation with The Iowa Chapter of the CPCU Society, the Society of Financial Service Professionals and the Des Moines Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors announces Ethics Day 2006.  The event will be held on Thursday, March 9, 2006 at the Olmsted Center, Drake University. Click here for the registration form and additional program information.
Be sure to register for the Chapter's February meeting:  Marketing Trends & Contingent Commissions by Jim Hagenbucher, VP Marketing, ALLIED Insurance.  Click here to register by mail, telephone or fax OR use our new on-line registration service and pay by credit card.
ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the February 2006 ChapterGram.

It is your chapter and your feedback is important! Click here to begin the survey. 
 FYI: The date for the May Chapter Meeting has been changed from May 11 to May 19th.  Please be sure to update your calendar.
Please take a few minutes to complete a survey about the  Iowa Chapter. It is your chapter and your feedback is important! Click here to begin.
ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the January ChapterGram. 
Here are the details about the two CPCU Society Technical Workshops scheduled for January 24, 2006.
Lloyd Sandbulte has posted additional pictures on-line.  Click here for a link to the pictures.
Wade Sheeler has announced details for our January meeting.  The topic is: Jewelry Appraisals…Before and After the Claim and the speaker is: Toby Joseph, from Josephs' Jewelers.  Click here for more information and the registration form. 

ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the December ChapterGram.  Look here for details on future meetings.
The December Chapter meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 8, 2005 at the Temple for Performing Arts starting at 11:30 a.m.  Our speaker will be Larry Hersberger, Director of the Vaughan Insurance Institute / University of Iowa.  Click here for the registration form.
ChapterGram editor Russ Greenwood has published the November ChapterGram.  Look for the  details on upcoming meetings.
Our chapter is continuing the tradition of helping at the Jolly Holiday Lights fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish Foundation on December 11, 2005.  To reserve your place contact: Carol Bowers  515-237-2009 or  j.carol.bowers@emcns.com . Click here for more information.
Download Scott Kuechler's PowerPoint presentation from the our October meeting : Occurrence vs. Claims Made Triggers by right clicking here and selecting "Save Target As...".
Save the dates: Barb Sullivan has announced the dates and topics for two technical workshops (both on January 24, 2006) and two NLIs (March 29, 2006 and May 16, 2006) See the Chapter's Calendar for details.
Russ Greenwood has published the October ChapterGram.  Look for details on upcoming meetings, chapter leadership position that you can fill and what your chapter has done to help victims of the hurricanes. 
Our October meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 20, 2005 11:30 am and will be held at Wakonda Club.  The topic is: Occurrence vs. Claims Made Triggers and our speaker will be Scott Kuechler from Gen Re.  Click here for a registration form.
New Designee Reception  Monday, October 17, 2005  5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.  Location: Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon 1801 22nd Street, West Des Moines.  All chapter members are welcome to attend and congratulate our new CPCUs. Contact Wade Sheeler or Kevin Seward for more information. 
 Iowa Chapter Vice President Wade Sheeler announces details for I-Day 2005.
Iowa Chapter receives Gold Level of the Circle for Excellence Award!  Click here for the notice from Donald J. Hurzeler, CPCU 2004-2005 CPCU Society President.
Jeff Jeffus and the late Dr. Emmett Vaughan are recognized with Iowa CPCU Chapter 2005 Excellence Awards
Click here to see on-line pictures from chapter meetings.
Save the dates! Meeting dates for 2005-06 events have been added to the updated calendar.
The May 2005 ChapterGram has been published
New IIHOF web site sponsored by the Iowa Chapter of the CPCU Society.
The 2005 Iowa Chapter CPCU Annual Golf Outing will again be a Best Ball tournament. Money raised will be donated to support the Blank Children's Hospital Fire Safety House.
May Chapter Meeting. Topic: Installation of new officers and  "Presentation Skills" with speaker Rowena Crosbie, President, Tero International
April Chapter Meeting. Topic: Election of new officers and "Historical Building Operations" with speaker Jack Lufkin-Curator of the Historical Building
The April ChapterGram has been published
Save the date--the CPCU Society Workshop has been rescheduled:  TIPS, TRICKS, AND TRAPS OF THE CGL.  Thursday, February 24.  Time: 8:30 - Noon.  UMBRELLA AND EXCESS LIABILITY. Tuesday, April 12th, 2005  Time: 12:30 - 4:35    Location for both workshops: Farm Bureau Financial Services 5400 University Avenue West Des Moines, IA 50266.  More Information to follow soon.
 Ethics Day and More... Presented by the Kelley Insurance Center - Drake University in cooperation with The Iowa Chapter, CPCU Society; Society of Financial Service Professionals; and Des Moines Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors.  DATE: Thursday, March 10, 2005 LOCATION: Parents Hall at Olmsted Center, Drake University.
 The March ChapterGram has been published.  Click here to read it.
Chapter Meeting, Thursday, February 17th, 2005 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Speaker: Fred Haskins, General Counsel & Lobbyist, Iowa Insurance Institute Topic: "Hot Insurance Topics"  Location: Wakonda Country Club 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines.
Join your fellow CPCUs at  the January Chapter Meeting
The January 2005 ChapterGram is available online.
CPCU Society Workshop:  TIPS, TRICKS, AND TRAPS OF THE CGL.  Thursday, February 24.  Time: 8:30 - Noon.  UMBRELLA AND EXCESS LIABILITY. Thursday, February 24.  Time: 12:30 - 4:35    Location for both workshops: Farm Bureau Financial Services 5400 University Avenue West Des Moines, IA 50266 More Information: CPCU Society Workshop (PDF) 
Click here for details on the December Holiday Program
Click here for the November ChapterGram
The Iowa Chapter Presents I-DAY (Insurance Industry Day). Topics: CHALLENGES of the INDUSTRY /   IDENTITY THEFT / CPCU Designee Conferment Ceremony. Click here for details
You can help make a dream come true for a seriously ill child by helping with Jolly Holiday Lights! Click here for details
October Chapter Meeting: Nickie Hunter, Executive Protection Underwriting Manager for Chubb, will speak on trends in the executive protection insurance field. Click here for details.
Click here for the October ChapterGram
Congratulations to the Iowa Chapter's new designees and thanks to their employers for continued support of CPCU!
September Chapter Meeting: Join us for lunch on Thursday September 16th at the Des Moines Club atop the Ruan Center overlooking the building site of the new Des Moines Public library.  Click here for details.
Facilitative Leadership Skills Seminar to be held Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at Farm Bureau Insurance.  This highly interactive seminar is for all insurance industry leaders. Whether you are a chapter officer or hold other key leadership roles in your organization, this seminar will help you plan and conduct meetings to get results back on the job!
The Iowa Chapter has been awarded the with the Gold level for the 2003- 2004 Circle of Excellence Recognition Program!  See the announcement.
Here is a picture of your Iowa Chapter leadership at the CPCU Society's Leadership Summit
The Calendar Page for the  2004-2005 chapter year has been added to the web site.
The Meeting Page for or the 2004-2005 chapter year has been added to the web site.
For the fifth year, proceeds from the annual golf outing will be donated to Farm Safety 4 Just Kids, in conjunction with the efforts of our CPCU Good Works committee. 
You are cordially invited to the 8th Annual Iowa Insurance Hall of Fame Ceremony at Drake University Thursday May 20th 
In an effort to improve our chapter, we are  conducting a short survey of our members. Below you find a link to access the Iowa Chapter's 2004 Membership Survey. Please take a few minutes prior to May 15 to complete the survey. Your responses will help us improve the value of your CPCU membership.   2004 CPCU MEMBERSHIP SURVEY LINK
Read the current bylaws and proposed bylaws for our chapter
View I-Day Power Point presentations on Asbestosis and Privacy Issues
Visit the ChapterGram home page for the current and archived  ChapterGrams
Check out the 2003-2004 Meetings home page for current meeting details
The  2003-2004 Calendar page has been updated  
Our Chapter received the gold level of the Circle of Excellence award at the recent convention in New Orleans.
 Our chapter is assisting at Jolly Holiday Lights on on Saturday November 22nd.  See how you can help.
The Iowa Chapter of the Society of CPCU Presents: I-DAY (Insurance Industry Day)
Visit the ChapterGram home page for the current and archived  ChapterGrams

Check out the 2003-2004 Meetings home page for current meeting details
The  2003-2004 Calendar page has been updated 
June Golf Event and Dinner 
Download the  PowerPoints and links from the March 6, 2003 seminar sponsored by Drake University's Kelley Insurance Center
Application for Iowa Chapter CPCU scholarship (Word Format)
Results of the 2002 membership survey now available on line.
Register now for the CPCU SOCIETY WORKSHOP on " Additional Insured and Certificate of Insurance Issues" to be held  2/18/03
Updated Chapter Calendar for 2002-2003
Results of the 2002 membership survey now available on line.
Public inspection copy of the chapter's 2000 tax return now on line
Links and download from the March 14 seminar. 
Details on the March 14 seminar  at Drake University sponsored with the Kelley Insurance Center
Here is your invitation to the Chapter's 50th Anniversary Celebration 
Click here for the links to the websites referenced at the 2001 I-Day
Chapter's 1998, 1999 and 2000 tax returns
National Society's Strategic  Planning Documents
New Calendar for the 2001-2002 chapter year
New Designees for 2001
2001 National Annual Meeting information
National CPCU Society's Awards Criteria for 2000 -2001
Chapter Meeting History May 2000 - Sept 1997 
Past Presidents List

Iowa CPCU Chapter History  
Calendar for the 2000- 2001 chapter year
2000-2001 Officers of the Grinnell Subchapter 
November 2000 Standard Setter Award--Bruce G. Kelley
2000 Research Award for Achievement "Leadership in the Property Casualty Insurance Industry"
Fire Safety School Schedule for May 2001
August 1999 Standard Setter Award--Ted Lussem
1998 Drake Insurance Students in Europe PowerPoint of pictures from the trip
1998 Research Award for Excellence "Graduated Driver Licensing"            home page archive