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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
CHAPTER
OFFICERS
2016
President, COE
Chair, Compliance
Chair, & Director
Josh Thompson
CPCU, MBA
State Auto Insurance
President-Elect &
Director
Stefanie Truitt
CPCU, MBA, API,
AINS
State Auto Insurance
Vice President, &
Director Dale Halon CPCU
Treasurer, Finance
Chair & Director
Andrew Connell,
CPCU
Grange Mutual
Casualty Company
Secretary & Director
David Gillum
CPCU
Farmers Insurance
Immediate Past
President & Director
Kevin McEnery
CPCU
Nationwide
Insurance
MEET OUR CHAPTER PRESIDENT
Josh Thompson is the 2016 Columbus CPCU Society Chapter President
Dear Columbus CPCU Chapter: I am honored to represent you as Chapter President in 2016. This is going to be an exciting year for our Chapter and all CPCUs nationwide. We are expecting a record number of new designees as the excitement builds for the 2016 annual meeting in Hawaii. My theme for this year is Put Your CPCU to Work For You! You worked hard to obtain your CPCU designation. The countless hours of studying, preparing and taking exams has either paid off, or will pay off soon if you are close to completing your CPCU journey. Since you put so much work into getting your CPCU, I challenge you to put your CPCU to work for you. Take advantage of all the things our chapter has to offer. Get involved! Whether you participate in our monthly education luncheons, charitable events, or social networking events, you’ll find that putting your CPCU to work will open many doors for you. Your chapter board of directors is currently planning many exciting opportunities for 2016.
We will provide you with targeted networking opportunities.
We will provide you with the opportunity to meet and connect with insurance professionals at our monthly luncheons and events. Networking and building new relationships can help you learn about other areas of insurance and establish connections with hiring managers and leaders who understand the value of the CPCU designation. We will provide you with top notch education.
We will provide high caliber speakers at our monthly luncheons so you can learn from industry executives, business leaders in the community, and technical industry experts. Take advantage of our luncheons and insurance webinars to stay abreast on insurance trends and stretch your knowledge beyond your area of expertise. We will provide you with awesome events that match your interests.
This year we’ll be hosting our annual golf outing, and we are planning several exciting networking events. In addition to social events, we will provide you with ample opportunities to volunteer with others in our community.
I am proud of our Chapter, and you should be as well. We have earned gold Circle of Excellence recognition consistently for the past 10+ years. We have nearly 500 members comprised of insurance professionals from all the local companies. I urge you to continue your involvement or begin your journey with our Chapter. I look forward to seeing how you put your CPCU to work for you. I have provided my direct phone number and email address below. Please reach out to me with any questions or comments. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Josh Thompson, CPCU, MBA 614-917-5871 [email protected]
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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
CHAPTER MEETING/LUNCHEONS
Columbus CPCU Society Chapter members may attend meeting/luncheons eight times a year at no cost. Guests may attend for $10. Members include New Designees, Candidates, Retirees, Regular Members, and Members of Gamma Iota Sigma Meetings are held from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the historic Lincoln Theatre, 769 E Long St., Columbus, OH 43203 the second Tuesday eight times a year
Remaining meeting/luncheons for 2016:
Tuesday, May 10, 2016: Our luncheon speaker is Kim Hazelbaker; Topic: Self-driving cars and crash avoidance systems Menu: Deli Buffet Roast beef, turkey, ham, cheddar, swiss, monterey jack, pasta salad, fruit salad, chicken tortilla soup
Tuesday, June 14, 2016: Our luncheon speaker is Kirt Walker, President of Nationwide Financial Menu: Caribbean Buffet and Cookies
Tuesday, September 13, 2016: Our luncheon speaker is Scott Thompson, Director of Safety and Security at the Columbus Zoo Menu: Backyard BBQ Buffet
Tuesday, October 11, 2016: Our luncheon speaker is Our luncheon speaker is Diane Chapman; Topic: Insurance Trends in Government Menu: Baked Potato Bar
Tuesday, November 8, 2016: New Designee Conferment Menu: TBA
Meeting Registration closes at noon the Wednesday before the meeting
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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
Good Works Events
Manna Café
Manna Cafe is a ministry at 501 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio at the United
Methodist Church. Every Wednesday 150-200 guests enjoy gracious hospitality,
respite from the street, and a delicious meal
Our Chapter sponsors a meal at the Manna Café several times a year
15+ volunteers needed are needed to help with preparation, serving, and clean-up
from 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM on Wednesday, October 19
Click here to register.
Community Shelter Board
Community Shelter Board is a collective impact organization that creates
collaborations, innovates solutions, and invests in quality programs to end
homelessness in Columbus and Franklin County, Ohio
Our Chapter has donated winter warmth gear to the Community Shelter Board the
past two years
Volunteers are needed to: Prepare dining room; serve meals to shelter guests; and
clean up dining room and kitchen at the Community Shelter Board at 595 Van Buren
Drive, Columbus, OH 43223-2230 on Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 5:30 PM – 8:00
PM
The Van Buren Center was opened to address the needs of the growing numbers of
men, women, and families experiencing homelessness
Click here to register.
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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
Social Events
The Columbus CPCU Society Chapter has a stellar line-up of Social Events this year
Summer Fun Night – Saturday, June 25, 2016
Chapter members and their guests are invited to enjoy a night of summer fun at the Columbus
Clippers Baseball game on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park
Lane, Columbus, Ohio 43215, Phone: (614) 462-5250
http://www.clippersbaseball.com/
No cost for members! Guests $10 (Parking is additional)
Arrive at 5:00 PM to enjoy a banquet style dinner and reserved seating in the Left Field Picnic
Area
Click here to register
Summer Aloha Event – Friday, July 22, 2016
Chapter members and their guests are invited to enjoy a networking event with other CPCUs in
advance of this years’ annual meeting and seminars in Hawaii at Seventh Son Brewery, 1101 N.
4th St., Columbus, Ohio 43201
Food will be catered by Aloha Streatery
Beer, cocktails, and wine will be available
Registration will be open at our website soon.
Golf Outing – Date to be announced
Chapter members and their guests are invited to enjoy a day of golf, a meal, and a chance to win
valuable prizes.
The event will be held at New Albany Links Golf Club, 7100 New Albany Links Drive, New
Albany, OH 43054
Registration will be open at our website soon.
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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
The CPCU Society and The Institutes have co-created the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program, which recognizes professionals who keep their knowledge current and their skills sharp through career-enhancing activities By participating in this advanced program, you will set yourself apart as a progressive CPCU® who is committed to lifelong learning. The CPD program is ideal for CPCUs at every career level, from recent graduates to seasoned professionals Qualifying for Recognition To qualify for CPD status, you must earn 60 points every two years Points are awarded for a variety of activities—passing exams or courses; teaching; writing; conducting research; serving in industry organizations; serving as graders or on The Institutes' Exam Review Committees; attending chapter meetings, workshops and more. The CPD application lists a wide variety of activities with corresponding point values Automatic qualification is granted to all CPCU candidates who pass their final CPCU exam and to any CPCU who accumulates enough CPD credits through The Institutes' programs, such as by passing two associate level exams in one semester. If you're a new CPCU designee, your qualification is automatic, and you do not need to submit an application for the first two years You will receive an email notification when the expiration of your qualification period approaches
You can submit your CPD application on line at https://www.cpcusociety.org/
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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News
Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
Circle of Excellence (COE)
The Columbus CPCU Society Chapter Earns Gold Recognition
The CPCU Society’s Circle of Excellence Program provides chapter leaders with a framework to increase the CPCU Society's value. Chapters must meet certain goals to qualify for Circle of Excellence recognition Chapters that exceed these goals and plan additional initiatives in their chapter operating plans are duly recognized. Chapters earn Gold or Silver recognition by achieving key initiatives of the Society's strategic plan Our Columbus Chapter has earned Gold Recognition for over 10 consecutive years! The CPCU Society’s Circle of Excellence (COE) recognition program acknowledges chapters and interest groups for their efforts to achieve benchmarks in performance, and helps chapter and interest group leaders promote the value of member engagement. Chapter Members can help us achieve Gold Recognition in 2016. Let a Chapter Officer or Board Member know if you conduct qualifying activities
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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
2016 Annual Meeting
The 2016 CPCU Society Annual Meeting, is September 17 to 20 in Honolulu, Hawaii Our Chapter has 113 New Designees and the list is growing!
Congratulations to our New Designees
Gary Cross Wayne Henderson Anthony Nguyen Kendra Sickels
Cara E Daniels Steven Herman Beverly Niccum Kimberley Smith
Sean Darrah Nolan Hilfinger Christy Olinger Lance Stachler
Nathan Davis Kevin Hochmuth Hamman Paul Margaret A A. Sutton
Michael Dietrich Bryan Holcomb Matthew Perdulla Michelle Tabilon
Briana M Dodd Mc Gill Jesse Allison Perez Angela Terrill
Dwayne Elliott Yong Jiang Katherine Pettigrew Cheryl Toomey
Brenda Flask Aaron M. Johnson Nicole Phillips Andy Tscholl
Vanessa Fowler Angela C Jones Adam Pillion Janakievski Vancho
Christina D. Gaines Jared M. Jones Melanie Porterfield Mike Vassar
Deborah Gaitten Jesse Jones Sonya Razeeq Robert Vicars
James Geisler William F. Jones Alice Z. Redman Brad Waldron
Kelly D Gentry Jay Keeran Ryan Reik Shiqi Wang
Michelle Lynn Glimsdahl Tricia Kelley Brianne Rice Meghan Watson
David Goldsberry David Knox Rashanda Rodgers Amanda Williams
Lynn Graham Elizabeth Kolling Andrew B. Royce Matthew D Wince
Troy A Graham Amar Krishna Nicole Schlosser Summer Winegardner
Paul Green Jessica Kyle Natalie Schoolcraft Maria Winnestaffer
Jonathan Harper Kimberly Large Hahn Shana Drew Wisecup
Lauren Laski
Elaine Zawada
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Columbus CPCU Society Chapter News Volume 6, Issue 1 Spring 2016
Important Notes
Take advantage of your exclusive CPCU Society member benefits
More than 100 complimentary, on-demand technical insurance and risk management webinars
Access to CPCU Society publications covering emerging issues and trends
Complimentary access to one select Institutes online course on a quarterly basis*
Discounted Institutes and CEU.com materials* o Unlimited free access to The Institutes’ 10 online CPCU® courses, which cover more than
1,000 topics o A 25% discount on Institutes study materials o A 35% discount on unlimited online continuing education from CEU.com
Leadership and volunteer opportunities at all levels of the CPCU Society and its committees and task forces
Access to an online jobs database, where you can seek new career opportunities or search for qualified job candidates
The Institutes Community, where you can learn from, network and share your knowledge with other CPCUs\
Connecting with one of the 130-plus local CPCU Society chapters in the United States and around the world
Joining any of the Society’s 14 specialized interest groups
Attending any of the CPCU Society’s major events or networking sessions throughout the year
Chapter meeting/luncheons, networking events, and good works opportunities
Only you can keep your membership information up to date Visit http://www.cpcusociety.org/ to update your member profile or contact Member Resources at Phone (800) 932-2728 | Fax (610) 725-5969
Please cancel your reservation or send someone in your place if you registered for one of our eight meeting/luncheons and cannot attend. Our catering costs are based on the number of attendees registered. Please do your part to help make the most of it
Registration for our Chapter Meetings closes the Wednesday before the meeting
Contact Visibility Chair, Patty Black, 614-563-3196, with any questions or comments
Please feel free to share your ideas for future newsletters or future speakers
