2024 September
Greetings NIIA Members,
I hope this message finds you well. September started with great momentum, and I am excited to share that I had the privilege of attending the BIG I YALI Fall Leadership Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. This event offers an exceptional opportunity to connect with fellow agents nationwide, and this year was no exception. The sessions were impactful, and I was particularly moved by our keynote speaker, Josh Bleill. His story is truly remarkable—after serving as a Marine deployed in Iraq, where he was severely injured by an explosion, he went on to work for the Indianapolis Colts. Reflecting on his journey reminds us of all that, even in challenging times like this hard market, perseverance is key.
I also participated in the Kolbe Strengths Leadership workshop with Marit Peters, which continues to be one of my favorite sessions. It offers valuable insights into leadership and personal development. For those curious, my Kolbe profile is 7/7/3/3—strategize, systematize, stabilize, and envision. These tools help me continuously develop and enhance my leadership abilities. If you are interested in a KOLBE assessment let me know, we may be working on a KOLBE webinar session.
I was honored to accept the Gold Award for Excellence in Insurance Education on behalf of Nevada. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to delivering high-quality programs that offer significant takeaways for all our members. I'm incredibly proud of the progress we've made together at NIIA! (insert THE LOGO ATTACHED)
Looking ahead, our annual professional development series, is now finalized, and I'm thrilled about the upcoming year. Thank you to Lindsey O'Harrow and Lindsey Wolf along with our ELC Ambassadors for setting up events. We'll be offering a variety of educational opportunities, more networking events such as happy hours, and plenty of exciting activities.
Additionally, if you haven't yet signed up for our annual
golf tournament, there's still time! The event will take place on October 8th at Lake Ridge Golf Course in Reno, NV. As part of the tournament, ELC will be hosting a "Putt for Prizes" event, which promises to be a lot of fun while also raising funds for NIIPAC. Your support is crucial, especially during this tough market, as we continue to advocate for key issues in our state. I encourage everyone to participate—it's sure to be a memorable event! Non-Golfers are welcome too.
Thank you for your continued support as I serve as your Emerging Leader Chair. I look forward to seeing you at our education series and events this year.
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Warm regards,
Tracy Donahoe
NIIA Emerging Leader Chair 2024/2025
2024 September
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Gratitude
Highlights Archive
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Memorials
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Mr. Mastos was the Nevada Commissioner of Insurance from 1965 to 1971. [more]