October 15th is designated "Back the PAC: IFAPAC Day"
Across the NAIFA Federation, IFAPAC volunteers will hit the phone lines to call PAC contributors.
This is your chance to upgrade your current PAC investment of $100 (Century Club) level to $200 (Ambassador) level or higher. If you have never contributed to the PAC, this is the perfect time to join.
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How can you help?
Are you currently a PAC Contributor?
Have you considered upgrading your PAC Commitment?
Can you deliver a check to a candidate in your district?
Click here for enrollment form
Click Here to Contribute Online: Visa/MasterCard
Or American Express.
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Contribution Levels
Century Club $8.50/mo. $100-$199
Ambassador $17.00/mo $200-$299
Statesman $25.00/mo $300-$499
Envoy $42.00/mo. $500-$999
Diplomat $84 / mo. $1,000-$2,499
Emissary $210 /mo. $2,500-$4,999
Capitol $416.00/mo. $5,000
Mail Contributions to:
IFAPAC
P.O. Box 759063
Baltimore, MD 21275-9063
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Political Action Committee
Contribution Levels
T. Leslie Littleton, Chair (Diplomat)
B. Keith Potts, Vice-Chair (Envoy)
Des M. Taylor, Treasurer (Envoy)
Douglas E. Aycock (Diplomat)
Marvin L. Spreen (Envoy)
Roland G. Barrera (Envoy)
H. Dan Smith (Capitol)
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NAIFA-TX Board
Contribution Levels
Earl A. Thompson (Diplomat)
Randy T. Robertson (Envoy)
Cylinda A. Clark (Diplomat)
Alan B. Carl (Diplomat)
Ron Mullen (Envoy)
Des M. Taylor (Envoy)
Kirk H. Haworth (Ambassador)
Don (Lane) Boozer (Diplomat)
Douglas B. Massey (Diplomat)
Lesley Pinckard (Statesman)
Paul E. Eisen (Statesman)
Bobby N. Simpson (Statesman)
Stephen M. Ehlers (Diplomat)
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Local Associations Hosting Phon-a-thons:
NAIFA-Austin
NAIFA-Corpus Christi
NAIFA-El Paso
NAIFA-Gulf Coast
NAIFA-Pineywoods
Upper Valley
NAIFA-West TX
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Texas IFAPAC appreciates your continued support!
All new investors and investors who upgrade in October will be honored in the NAIFA-TX eNewsletter.
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Political Involvement:
If you are a current PAC investor and would like to be a Grassroots Key Contact to help deliver PAC checks and attend candidate fundraisers, please contact the NAIFA-TX office at (512) 716-8800 for more information.
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Did You Know?
Membership News From
Across the State
The new NAIFA Professional Development System has been created to provide NAIFA Members, at every stage of their career (Early, Established, and Accomplished Agent/Advisor) training and education they need to succeed!
NAIFA's professional programs and products are designed to enhance member's knowledge and skills, provide value added business services and create networking and mentoring opportunities. For more details, click on this link www.naifa.org and select the Professional Development System Overview and the category that will best serve your needs.
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National Membership Week
October 20 - 24th!
Renew your valuable NAIFA-TX membership early, before year-end to receive the tax deduction. Refer to your membership renewal form to see the amount that is tax deductible. Renew online at www.naifa.org using your NAIFA Membership ID Number and your last name. NAIFA-TX appreciates your continued support.
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NAIFA-TX has gained 90 new members from July 1, - September 30th.
Only 37 applications had the referred by section completed. If you sponsor a new member, you need to complete the "referred by" section in order for a chance to win $300.00.
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2008-2009 Quarterly
Membership Contest
September $300 Winners:
Local Association:
NAIFA-Austin
NAIFA-TX Member:
H. June Rush, NAIFA-Ft. Worth
(referred new member: Michael J. Giannetti)
Next Benchmark Dates:
January 31st
March 31st
June 30th
NAIFA-TX Members:
At the end of each Membership Benchmark period, (see dates above) a member will have a chance to win $300 if they recruit a new member during the quarter. Every time a member recruits a new member their name will go into the drawing for $300.00. Only one member per period will win.
(Make sure your name is listed on the "referred by" section on every new member application.)
Local Associations:
Each Local Association that meets their NAIFA Quarterly Benchmark has a chance to win $300.00. If more than one local association reaches their benchmark goal, one winner will be drawn from a hat. If none of the local associations reach their benchmark goal, the money will carry over into the following quarter.
Members and Local Associations will have four (4) chances to win throughout the year!
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NAIFA-TX PAC Engaged in Busy Election Season
With the general election less than one month away, the NAIFA-Texas Political Action Committee has authorized almost $40,000 in political contributions to office holders and candidates for the Texas House, Senate and statewide offices.
"We always emphasize the importance of PAC contributions in the political process," said T. Leslie Littleton, LUTCF, CLU, NAIFA-Texas PAC Chair, "and local association leaders are rising to the challenge of the election season by requesting contributions for their area lawmakers." He added, "this is how relationships are formed and strengthened, allowing us to have a strong grassroots advocacy network."
Candidates are eligible to receive contributions up until thirty days before the beginning of the Texas Legislative Session on January 13, 2009.
If you do not currently support NAIFA-Texas PAC, please consider becoming a contributor by completing this form.
 Talley Elected to the NAIFA-Texas Board
Jason B. Talley, LUTCF of NAIFA-San Antonio was elected to the NAIFA-Texas Board of Directors, filling an unexpired term as regional director overseeing Austin, San Antonio and Corpus Christi.
Talley, a fourteen year veteran of the insurance industry, was unanimously approved by the NAIFA-Texas Board of Directors. "Jason has brought exceptional leadership to NAIFA-San Antonio, and his strong understanding of the insurance and financial services industry, paired with his acuity for government affairs, will help NAIFA-Texas fill its primary objective of advocacy," said Des M. Taylor, J.D., NAIFA-Texas CEO.
In addition to his industry involvement, Talley is a member of the First Baptist Church of Floresville, where he serves as the Personnel Committee Chairman. He is also a member of the Texas Leaders Round Table, the Association of Heath Insurance Advisors, the National Association of Health Underwriters, and a past president of both the Floresville Chamber of Commerce and the Floresville Economic Development Corporation.
Talley's service on the NAIFA-Texas Board begins immediately, with his first board meeting slated for late October.
Members Capitalize on Governor's Proclamation
Several NAIFA-Texas members seized upon the opportunity provided by Governor Rick Perry's proclamation of September 2008 as Life Insurance Awareness Month to encourage Texans to examine their current life insurance coverage and act accordingly to protect their families from financial hardship.
Martha Hall of NAIFA-Wichita Falls penned an article in the business section of the Wichita Falls Times Record News, urging readers to look past the discomfort that comes with buying life insurance and make an investment in their family's future. The article is available online, here.
NAIFA-San Antonio President Robert Kinnally, CLTC, IAR and Immediate Past President Jason Talley, LUTCF took to the airwaves, appearing on a local morning news program to talk about the different types of life insurance and to offer viewers tips on what to look for when buying a policy. The video is available online, here.
Do you or your local association have success stories to share? Please send them to chris.williston@naifa-texas.org. |
Licensing Bill Stalled Amidst Bailout Chaos
The National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers (NARAB) Reform Act of 2008, which would provide a mechanism for licensing, continuing education and other insurance producer qualification requirements that can be adopted on a multi-state basis, advanced to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs after being approved by the House on September 17, 2008.
With the chaos in Congress caused by the government bailout of the financial services industry, the bill was not placed on the committee calendar before the Congress went into recess earlier this month.
Throughout the Congressional session NAIFA has supported the enactment of NARAB II because it would allow producers who are licensed to operate in multiple states to comply with a single set of non-resident licensing and continuing education rules. |
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Applications Now Available for 2009 Leadership in Life Institute
 Are you looking to get the most out of your personal, professional and association life? In a dog-eat-dog world, we are all struggling to make the most of our careers and still give our families the best we have to offer.
NAIFA-Texas's Leadership in Life Institute is the premiere leadership training opportunity offered within the NAIFA federation. The institute is built upon the conviction that excellent leadership is most often delivered by highly effective people. Through six full day sessions, students will develop personal tools to be effective and unlock their potential for success in all areas of their lives.
Applications are now available for the 2009 institute, beginning in February at the NAIFA-Texas office in Austin, TX.
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Ehlers Continues Family Tradition
For 25 years, the NAIFA convention has begun with a proud display of patriotism through the Parade of States Ceremony. As each state in the NAIFA federation is listed, members from across the country traverse the main platform waving proudly their state flags. Although the ceremony is now considered a staple of the NAIFA convention, it only began because of the contributions of a few Texans.
Robert A. Ehlers of NAIFA-Houston began the ceremony in 1982. After unsuccessfully attempting to secure flags for use from the host hotel, Ehlers and then NALU President John Neighbors of NAIFA-Houston were forced to rent three American flags for display. However, the flags were dirty, and Ehlers wanted to make sure that in the future, the flags were treated with respect and dignity.
That fall, the NALU board appointed Ehlers as the NALU vexillologist - the standard bearer of the flags. In 1983, Ehlers asked each state association to contribute a 3 x 5 foot flag to be displayed at the convention. NALU also bought 4 x 6 foot American and Canadian flags.
NAIFA has been using the same flags ever since. Although once housed in the Ehlers's garage, and later in the NAIFA-Texas office, they are now warehoused in Maryland, near the NAIFA office.
This year, Stephen E. Ehlers, LUTCF, CEP, CSA oversaw the rehearsal and execution of the state flag parade, continuing the tradition begun by his father and preserving a tradition that exemplifies the unity of the NAIFA federation and the resolve of the American spirit. |
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NAIFA-Texas Remembers
Herschel Campbell of NAIFA-Beaumont
 Herschel A. Campbell, Local Executive for NAIFA-Beaumont (TX), passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 8, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife Virginia. Herschel was a long outstanding member of NAIFA since 1972 and served in multiple leadership positions for NAIFA -Beaumont, most recently as the Local Executive since 2000.
A retired Major from the Marine Corps, Herschel served his country from 1951-1992. He loved spending time with his family and was a huge supporter of his grandchildren. Herschel enjoyed sitting on his patio with his wife and always kept a very neat yard.
Alan Zeplain of NAIFA-Houston
Alan Zeplain passed away October 1, 2008. He was the president of Treyled Insurance Group and long-time member of NAIFA-Houston. He was an independent insurance broker who was known around the country for his honesty, integrity, leadership, success and extraordinary work ethic. His calm demeanor, intuitive business acumen and selfless personality endeared him to all. Alan took a personal interest in each of his clients, and earned not only their trust but their friendship. Throughout the years, he was recognized in the insurance industry with numerous awards and honors.
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A Message from Membership Chair Alyson Guest
Hello Members!!
I know you are inundated with emails and mail from NAIFA regarding member benefits, advocacy information, professional development opportunities and so on, but this goes to show you that it PAYS to belong! The benefits of membership far exceed the cost of your dues. If you would like a breakdown in dollars call me, and I will work through it with you. My favorite member benefit is advocacy. I can also put a dollar amount on that benefit -my income! If the people at NAIFA-Texas and NAIFA didn't work on our behalf everyday, my business practice would look very different or I may not be in practice at all. Our clients' financial security and futures would suffer without our great association. When I explain this to my clients, they are very grateful for the great work we do in our association. Remember, it's smart to belong! Have a great month!
Alyson Guest
NAIFA-Texas
State Membership Chair 2008-2009
Seventeen Locals Achieve Membership Benchmark
Congratulations to the seventeen local associations who reached the September membership benchmark:
NAIFA-Austin
NAIFA-Central TX
NAIFA-Corpus Christi
NAIFA-Dallas
NAIFA-Ft. Worth
NAIFA-Great Southwest
Heart of Texas AIFA
NAIFA-Houston
NAIFA-Lubbock
Mainland AIFA
Plainview AIFA
San Angelo AIFA
NAIFA-San Antonio
NAIFA-South Texas
Texoma AIFA
Upper Valley AIFA
NAIFA-West Texas
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