News and Hot Topics Archive:   2008 - 1998


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 hereDownload the presentation by clicking here
Commercial Auto and Business Income CoveragesWednesday, 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

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