IA&B Women in Insurance

IA&B is committed to celebrating and empowering women in the industry. These initiatives supplement the annual IA&B Women’s Conference, held each March. Please note that these offerings are designed with women in mind, but they are open to everyone who supports the growth and leadership of women in insurance.

Learn more about these initiatives: IABforME.com/women-in-insurance

Join the conversation: Facebook.com/groups/IABwomen

UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL WITH THE IA&B WOMEN’S SELF-COACHING PROGRAM

Empower yourself to thrive and succeed with our transformative Women’s Self-Coaching Program. This program provides the tools, techniques, and guidance to tap into your inner strength and build confidence.

This 12-month program will start in September 2024 with regional, in-person kickoff meetings. It includes two in-person, skill-building workshops and 10 monthly interactive webinars.

While this program is self-guided, you’ll have the invaluable support of Tarryne West, a seasoned facilitator from Change One Woman. Plus, you’ll have ample opportunities to connect with other women on the same journey. Learn more at IABforME.online/self-coaching and register for this program by Sept. 4.

What is Self-Coaching?

Self-coaching empowers you to take ownership of your personal and professional development. Unlike traditional coaching, where a coach provides oneon-one support, self-coaching is a more independent process in which individuals take on the responsibility of personal growth and development. It requires dedication, self-discipline, and a willingness to engage in continuous learning and growth.

If you have questions about this program, contact IA&B Events Manager Alane Fagan at 717-918-9198 or AlaneF@IABforME.com.

WOMEN-FOCUSED WEBINARS

Join host Claudia St. John – keynote speaker from the 2024 IA&B Women’s Conference – for these upcoming webinars. There is no cost for IA&B agency members and partners to attend. Registration is required.

BEATING THE BURNOUT

Wednesday, July 17 | Noon-1 PM

Research shows that burnout, defined as a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion, is a challenge faced by a majority of professional women. This webinar explores what burnout actually is, how to recognize it in yourself and others, and how women can avoid or recover from burnout when they experience it.

THE POWER OF POSITIVE FEEDBACK

Wednesday, Nov. 6 | Noon-1 PM

Delivering positive feedback is one of the most fundamental and impactful behaviors that supervisors or managers can embrace. Yet, all too often, we forget the power of positive feedback and miss opportunities to both connect with and empower and inspire others. This session explores positive feedback, what it is, what it is not, and how to use it effectively at home and at work.

Register today. IABforME.com/women-in-insurance | 800-998-9644, option 1

MAKE-A-WISH SUPPORT

This spring IA&B women in insurance supported two events benefiting Make-A-Wish: the 2nd Annual Evening of Wishes, in Mechanicsburg, PA, and the 21st Annual Grapevine: A Wine Tasting Event, in Pittsburgh, PA. Trusted Choice –the consumer-facing brand of the Big “I” (IA&B’s national affiliate in Pennsylvania and Delaware) – sponsored both events.

Thank you to the member agents who represented IA&B and Trusted Choice!

The 2nd Annual Evening of Wishes allowed IA&B members and staff to meet several Wish Kids. (left to right) Karen Robison, Public Relations Director for IA&B; Kathy McDonald, of Gunn-Mowery; Alane Fagan, Events Manager for IA&B; and Amanda Krotzer, of Gunn-Mowery

Marla Fleming (left) and Taylor Gallagher, of Ferri Dawson Insurance Group, attended the Make-A-Wish fundraiser in Pittsburgh.

Trusted Choice was well represented at the 21st Annual Grapevine. (back row left to right:) Marla Fleming, of Ferri Dawson Insurance Group; Carrie Anne Bush and Alahna Walters, of W.N. Tuscano Agency (front row left to right:) Taylor Gallagher, of Ferri Dawson Insurance Group; Heather Ulrich, Career Services Director for IA&B; and Katie Zurawka, of Howard Hanna Insurance Services