Board of Directors Profiles
Renee Crissie
Young Agents Chairperson Crissie Insurance Group, Des Plaines Sr. Project Manager, Employee Benefits Number of Years with Agency: 14 Year You Started in Insurance: 2006 Education: Ball State University - Bachelor of Science Major = Graphic Arts Management Minor = Business Administration Current or Past Civic, Political, or Community Service Activities: Cancer research, more specifically, pediatric cancer research is near and dear to me personally. After my neighbor and close family friend lost his battle with cancer at age seven, The Jeffery Pride Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Research was formed and I have been an actively volunteering since 2000. What do you feel are major challenges facing our Association today? - The lack of young talent in the industry and awareness of a career in insurance - Engaging young talent and conveying the value of participation - Mergers & Acquisitions - Given the current situation, we are challenged with
finding meaningful ways to network and add value virtually. What suggestions do you have to respond to these challenges? Continue to encourage participation in the MasterMind virtual conversations and create virtual small group forums for networking and career development. What do you see at the greatest benefit to IIA of IL membership? - The opportunity to become politically involved and being an advocate for important agent issue. - Expanding professional network with not only other agents, but also carrier representatives and other industry professionals. What prompted you to get involved with the Association? I was eager to get involved in the industry, develop leadership skills and expand my professional network with other young agents.
Amiri Curry
At-Large Board Member
Assurance, A Marsh & McLennan Agency Co, Schaumburg Vice President, Client Services Number of Years with Agency: 4 Year You Started in Insurance: 1993 Education: Bachelors Degree - History - U of I Current or Past Civic, Political, or Community Service Activities: Current Chairperson of the ACT (Assurance Caring Together) Committee What do you feel are major challenges facing our Association today? I would imagine issues surrounding the impact of COVID-19 on insurance legislation today and in the future. What suggestions do you have to respond to these challenges? Continuing to remain educated and suggesting options that will ultimately be favorable to the insurance industry. 32
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What do you see at the greatest benefit to IIA of IL membership? Being a part of a body that has a voice to get important legislation approved at the state level. Also, gives the opportunity to meet with prominent legislators to explain the importance of specific initiatives. What prompted you to get involved with the Association? Someone who I value as a friend and a colleague encouraged me to look into the Association and see if membership would be of interest to me. After my research, I believe that I can contribute to the overall mission of the IIA of IL. november 2020
