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IIABO 2016 Annual Forecast Breakfast - Thursday, January 7, 2016, Multnomah Athletic Club, Portland, OR

Join over 300 insurance professionals for a peek into the future with an enjoyable and informative presentation, "Future Forecast" by renowned economic forecasting expert, John Mitchell PHD. He will provide you with well-researched information and an accurate feel for the ups and downs of the economy for the coming year!

IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU PRE-REGISTER IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND!
TICKET PRICES:  $45 PER PERSON OR $300 FOR A TABLE OF 8 
 
The IIABO would like to thank NW Preferred Federal Credit Union for their continued support of this annual event! 
"Lighting the Way"
2016 IIABO Annual MidWinter Education Symposium 
March 3 & 4, 2016, Inn at Spanish Head, Lincoln City, OR
Approved 12hrs CE OR/WA
 
PRINTABLE REGISTRATION FORM - Includes Schedule of Events
ONLINE REGISTRATION - With a check or cc
EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION (we only have 8 exhibit spaces available)
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Contractual Liability Issues in the Construction Industry -  October 21, 2015, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Presenter: Craig Stanovich, CPCU, CIC, CRM, AU
 
During this webinar, participants will review the basic underpinnings of contractual liability - the difference between breach of contract and liability assumed by contract as well as assuming the liability of others in a contract. Emphasis will be on hold harmless and indemnity agreements often used in the construction industry, including the meaning of hold harmless and indemnity agreements, the parties to the agreement and the notion of performance of an obligation to hold harmless and indemnify another.
 
Become an ACT Member Today 
 
A Big "I" Agents Council for Technology membership gives you access to a wealth of technology resources on agency security issues.  If you haven't heard of the Big "I" Agents Council for Technology (ACT) or tapped into its resources, you're missing out on a wealth of technology resources.
 
ACT brings together key stakeholders in the independent agent distribution channel-including carriers, vendors, agents, associations and user groups-to advance the most consistent and effective technology workflows for independent agents.
 
 Click here to learn more and to sign up 
IIABO Member Exclusive - Daniel Burrus' TechnoTrends / Big Ideas that are Changing Everything
 
Smart Cities - Seeing the Invisible
and Doing the Impossible - By sheer definition, the word "impossible" connotes something that simply cannot be done. But we all know the impossible isn't completely out of our reach; for centuries, humans have been achieving the so-called "impossible" by developing conceptual understanding and making visible that which we've been previously unable to see and conceive of. 
 
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In addition to the best rates in Oregon, we offer multi-year discounts for qualified applicants with no midterm underwriting. No applications or signatures are required for CLBs with our "No APP for That" program. Approval for your Oregon CLB clients is just a few clicks away through our e-SURETY™ system.  We have a bottle of Oregon's King Estate Pinot Noir for the first agent to write a CLB after receiving this newsletter! 
The Customer Service Experience -
An Independent Agent's Guide to Serving Today's Consumer 
 
Your independent agency today has more opportunities to prosper than ever before in the history of the insurance industry.  The complexion of today's marketplace allows your agency to be the hub of its own community as well as a member of many other communities - all populated by consumers. Some of these consumers are your customers, and you want to make sure they stay with you.  Others are prospective customers who need to be convinced to do business with you. 

Real Life Personal Umbrella Claims Show Why Basic Insurance is Not Enough
A Personal Umbrella Policy (PUP) is a necessary addition to insurance protection for most insureds. Are you aware of the importance of this valuable coverage? One of the best ways to understand the need for a personal umbrella is to review actual claims examples.
 
Hobby Drones: All HO Policies Are Not Created Equal  
 
Is there an ISO endorsement that includes coverage for model or hobby aircraft? If so, would the business exclusion remove coverage for an insured real estate agent who uses a drone to take pictures of homes?
 
 

An office with employees spanning three to four generations is becoming the norm-and it's introducing a host of work style, communication and expectation challenges. But there's a serious silver lining to maintaining a multigenerational workforce. 
 
UPS Offers Even More Ways to Save
 
It pays to be a member of the Big "I," and we're proud to bring you another opportunity to save. Save up to 34%-plus 50% on select items for up to four weeks after you enroll-in the UPS Savings Program. If you're a new UPS customer, you're eligible for a $25 Visa gift card by enrolling and sending three qualifying air shipments or one qualifying international shipment before Oct. 31.
 
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Prepare for Disasters with Trusted Choice

Trusted Choice® is proud to support and promote FEMA's PrepareAthon! campaign during the month of September. America's PrepareAthon! is a grassroots campaign that works to build a more resilient nation by increasing the number of individuals who understand which disasters could happen in their community.  
Purchasing E&O for Your Agency:  Top 4 Topics to Consider

When purchasing E&O protection for your agency, you need to pay just as much attention to policy provisions, claims handling and carrier longevity as the quoted premium.  For all of your E&O needs, contact Abby Kahl, abbyk@insureoregon.org, 503-274-4000 ext 23, toll free 866.774.4226. 
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