KAIA is proud to be your partner in that journey. •
One exciting example of KAIA ' s commitment is our new InsurAcademy Agent Development Program, launched this year to help agencies build stronger teams from the ground up. Developed specifically for independent agencies, the program provides a turnkey, customizable learning platform with ondemand training, live expert-led webinars, mentoring opportunities, and progress tracking that helps agency leaders confidently onboard new employees while continuing to develop experienced staff. Whether you ' re welcoming a new hire or investing in the growth of a seasoned team member, InsurAcademy offers a structured pathway to build technical knowledge, strengthen professional skills, and accelerate success. I encourage you to learn more about this innovative new member benefit in the feature article on page 14 and consider how it could become part of your agency ' s long-term talent development strategy.
HOLD ON TO YOUR CLIENTS
Professional development also strengthens our industry as a whole. When agencies invest in learning, they improve client outcomes, elevate the reputation of the independent insurance industry, and create career paths that attract talented individuals to our profession. That ' s especially important as we work to develop tomorrow ' s leaders through programs like Young Agents of Kansas and the many networking opportunities available through KAIA.
As you look ahead to the remainder of the year, I encourage you to ask a simple question: Who in my agency can I help grow? The answer may be a new employee ready for their first designation, a seasoned producer exploring new specialties, or an emerging leader preparing for greater responsibility.
When we invest in people, we invest in the future of our agencies, our communities, and the independent insurance industry itself.
Thank you for your continued commitment to professionalism and for the work you do every day to serve Kansans with integrity and expertise.
KAIA is proud to be your partner in that journey. •
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RETAIN CLIENTS BY CROSS-SELLING PERSONAL UMBRELLA
Clients who have multiple policies with your agency are less likely to move their business elsewhere. Offering every client a personal umbrella is an easy way to protect your agency’ s book of business, boost sales, and protect the clients who trust you.
The RLI Personal Umbrella features:
� Limits up to $ 5M available($ 1M in NM)
� Keep the current home / auto carrier
� No age limit on drivers
� Up to one DWI / DUI per household allowed
� Simple, self-underwriting application
� E-signature and credit card payment options
� Immediate coverage available in all 50 states and D. C.
LEARN MORE AT INDEPENDENTAGENT. COM / RLI.
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