Press Releases

Aug. 9, 2010
MADELEINE ALBRIGHT TO ADDRESS CPCU SOCIETY AS KEYNOTER
Former Secretary of State Adding Luster to Insurance Group’s Annual Meeting and Seminars in Orlando
Because of an unforeseen schedule change, the CPCU Society announces that it will have a new keynote speaker at its 66th Annual Meeting and Seminars, occurring Sept. 25-28, 2010 at the Orlando World Center Marriott. The Society takes great pleasure in announcing that Former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright, the nation’s first female secretary of state and one of the most powerful women in the world, will now be its keynoter. ... more 

July 30, 2010
DANGERS LURK FOR CONTRACTORS WHO ADD PROJECT OWNERS TO THEIR LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICIES
CPCU Society Webinar to Help Insurance Pros Navigate These Issues
Most project owners aren’t taking any chances these days when it comes to liability for work performed by contractors. Nearly all commercial contracts, especially those involving construction, now require contractors to add the project owners to their liability insurance policies as “additional insureds” in case the contractors do something that causes a loss. ... more

July 29, 2010
INSURANCE PROS TO HARNESS POWER OF CLARITY FOR HIGH-IMPACT LEADERSHIP SUCCESS
August 11 CPCU Society Leadership Webinar to Focus on a Critical Principle Leaders Must Perfect to Effectively Address Business Challenges
Great leaders have the uncanny ability to simplify complex issues and challenges, present them in an understandable context and inspire people to solve them. For insurance professionals, at all levels, continually tapping into their ability to provide clarity in every situation is required for success. ... more

July 23, 2010
EMPLOYERS WARNED: BECOME MORE PROACTIVE TO COMBAT SOARING WORKERS COMP COSTS
CPCU Society Webinar to Provide New Techniques for Containing Medical Expenses
As workers compensation costs continue to escalate, it's essential for employers and insurance professionals to know how to utilize. ... more

July 12, 2010
CREATING A POWERFUL PRESENCE ON LINKEDIN REQUIRES SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERT SAYS
Strategic Insights on Self-Promotion will be Focus of CPCU Webinar
With more than 60 million members in over 200 countries, LinkedIn can be a smart marketing tool for professionals and their organizations. ... more

July 6, 2010
ETHICS SAID TO DRIVE SUSTAINED SUCCESS FOR INSURANCE PROS
Role of Leaders in Creating an Ethical Culture to be Explored at CPCU Society July Webinar
In the insurance business, being ethical is not only desired –– it’s required for success. Studies show that achieving long-term organizational excellence and success is largely based on creating a business culture that embraces high ethical standards . ... more

July 2, 2010
VACATION HOMES, BOATS AND OTHER ‘TOYS’ OFTEN LEFT UNCOVERED BY INSURANCE
CPCU Society Webinar to Provide Solutions for Insuring Recreational Property and Vehicles
When people buy a vacation home, a boat or other recreational vehicle, they’re usually thinking about how much fun They’re going to have using it. The last thing they want to worry about is ... more

July 1, 2010
FACEBOOK, BUSH, AND RISKY BUSINESS ARE ALL IN THE MIX FOR CPCU SOCIETY
Social Media Thrust Boosts Society’s 2010 Annual Meeting and Seminars
The CPCU Society — the premier professional organization of the property-casualty insurance industry — announces the launching of its Facebook page today, with a direct link at www.facebook.com/cpcusociety. ... more

June 24, 2010
RAMPING UP INSURANCE SALES IS FOCUS OF CPCU SOCIETY JULY WEBINAR
Online Doubleheader to Explore Use of Leading Indicators to Drive More Revenue and Strategies to Overcome Sales Slumps
To ramp up sales and outdo the competition, highly motivated insurance pros know how to use leading indicators to produce new business. But every now and again, even a pro can fall into a sales slump. ... more

June 17, 2010
STATE INSURANCE REGULATORS TO ANALYZE CRUCIAL ISSUES FACING THE PROPERTY-CASUALTY INDUSTRY IN MAJOR MIDTERM REVIEW
CPCU Society Webinar to Provide In-Depth Look at How the Industry Is Faring in a Challenging Environment
Insurance professionals will be able to ask questions and get answers directly from state insurance regulators who work with critical property and casualty issues every day, thanks to a program to be presented by the CPCU Society. The industry is facing a wide range of critical matters that will significantly impact how their organizations do business and the prices their customers will be paying ... more

June 15, 2010
RISKY BUSINESS BRINGING TOGETHER RISK MANAGEMENT HEAVYWEIGHTS AT CPCU SOCIETY ORLANDO ANNUAL MEETING AND SEMINARS
Experts to Provide Strategic Insights on Key Industry Issues at Sept. 27 General Session and Seminars
As risks get riskier, strategic insights and innovative solutions on risk management in today’s uncertain market become more and more critical to avoid large losses. On Monday, Sept. 27, in Orlando, Fla., during its 2010 Annual Meeting and Seminars, Sept. 25–28, the CPCU Society will emphasize the discipline of risk management in its programming. The event will take place at the Orlando World Center Marriott. ... more

June 3, 2010
IN BREAKTHROUGH, CPCU SOCIETY LAUNCHING WEBINAR APPROVED FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Insurance Professionals with a New Hampshire License May Earn CE Credits for Commercial Property Insurance Live Webinar
Leveraging its resources as a leading insurance industry provider of continuing education (CE) credits, the CPCU Society has announced that its June 23, 2010 live webinar, “Commercial Property Insurance — Reinforcing Your Understanding of Some Tricky Concepts!”, has been approved for CE credits in New Hampshire. As a result, the Society is raising its technological customer service to the next level. The June 23 webinar will be the first time attendees will be eligible to earn CE credits for a Society program without having to be physically present in a classroom. ... more

June 1, 2010
INSURANCE EXPERTS FLITNER AND SADLER TRYING TO PREVENT AUTO CRASHES FROM WRECKING BUSINESSES’ FINANCES
They will Lead CPCU Society Malvern Workshop on Latest Coverage Changes
Unforeseen losses can happen to any business without warning. And the worst time to find out what’s covered by insurance and what’s not is after an accident. To safeguard their business clients from costly claims or losses, and to ensure a business is not left financially vulnerable, an insurance professional must be knowledgeable about all policy coverage changes and which options to recommend. ... more

May 19, 2010
IF THEY’RE NOT UNIQUE, PERSONAL INSURANCE POLICIES MIGHT BE WEAK
CPCU Society Iowa Workshop to Explore Auto, Homeowners, Umbrella Policies to Protect Consumers
Using a cookie-cutter approach to provide personal insurance for the specialized needs of individuals and families does not work. The last thing people need to worry about is whether their various insurance policies adequately address less common circumstances — from a rented RV and borrowed property to a home business and a company car. ... more

May 12, 2010
ETHICS AND PRODUCTIVITY DEEMED INSEPARABLE FOR INSURANCE PROS
CPCU Society Bloomington Workshops to Examine How They Enhance the Bottom Line
In the insurance business, being ethical is not only desired — it’s required for success. Studies show that achieving long-term organizational excellence and success is largely based on ... more

May 12, 2010
BUSINESSES LOOKING TO INSURERS AS COMMERCIAL CRIME, M&A LIABILITY THREATEN THEIR PROFITS
CPCU Society Philadelphia Workshops t Focus on the Latest Coverages for Commercial Crime and New Business Combinations
Businesses can invest in state-of-the-art security systems to thwart break-ins, but still not be safe from commercial crime. An office manager may embezzle large sums of money before being discovered. Leased employees may steal cash ... more

April 22, 2010
INSURANCE PROS TO FOCUS ETHICS, LEADERSHIP AND SOCIAL MEDIA AS DRIVERS OF SUSTAINED BUSINESS SUCCESS
CPCU Society Boston Workshops to Examine How Ethical and Successful Leadership Intertwine and How Social Media Tracks the Pulse of the Insurance World
In the insurance business, ethics works. Studies show that achieving long-term organizational excellence and success is largely based on creating a business culture that embraces high ethical standards. And the explosion of social media in its many popular forms helps insurance professionals stay ahead of marketplace trends and promote business values. ... more

April 22, 2010
PROBLEMATIC INSURANCE CERTIFICATES, INSURANCE VALUATION TO BE THE FOCUS OF OVERLAND PARK CPCU SOCIETY WORKSHOPS
Insurance Pros Will tackle Latest Certificate of Insurance Changes and Commercial Property Valuation and Reporting Issues
It’s only a piece of paper, but without it multimillion-dollar construction projects might not get off the ground. The paper is a certificate of insurance, commonly associated with construction and other agreements to provide proof of insurance for building owners and general contractors. . ... more

April 7, 2010
INSURANCE PROS TO FOCUS ON MAKING SURE EVERYTHING’S COVERED
Crucial Insurance Decisions on Protecting Business Assets and Personal Identity To Be Explored at Columbus Workshop
Disastrous losses can happen to any business or any individual at any time. And the worst time to find out what’s covered and what’s not is after an accident. ... more

April 6, 2010
PROBLEMATIC INSURANCE CERTIFICATES, WORKERS COMPENSATION TO BE THE FOCUS OF WHITE PLAINS WORKSHOPS
Insurance Pros Will Tackle Latest Changes to Certificates of Insurance and Analyze Workers Compensation System
It’s only a piece of paper, but without it multimillion-dollar construction projects might not get off the ground. The paper is a certificate of insurance, commonly associated with construction and other agreements to provide proof of insurance for building owners and general contractors. ... more

March 30, 2010
CPCU SOCIETY DONATION TO HAITI RELIEF TOPS $50,000
The CPCU Society announces it has donated a total of $52,016 to the Clinton/Bush Haiti Fund for relief of Haitian earthquake victims. ... more

March 23, 2010
INSURANCE PROS TAKE THE LEAD IN ADDRESSING ETHICAL CHALLENGES IN THE WORKPLACE
CPCU Society Workshop in Normal to Help Managers, Employees Navigate Critical Ethical Issues
Sorting out what’s ethical and what’s not isn’t always clear-cut in today’s business environment. That’s why it’s crucial for employees and companies to stay up to date on the latest ethical issues and to continually reassess their own business practices. ... more

March 18, 2010
INSURANCE PROS TO FOCUS ON MAKING SURE EVERYTHING’S COVERED
Crucial Insurance Coverage Decisions on Unique Items to Be Explored at CPCU Society Massachusetts Workshop
Using a cookie-cutter approach to provide personal insurance for the unique needs of individuals and families does not work. The last thing people need to worry about is whether they have the right coverage for all their assets — from a Stradivarius violin and a jet ski to a home or auto placed in trust. ... more

March 11, 2010
INSURANCE PROS TO FOCUS ON ETHICS AS REQUIREMENT FOR SUCCESS
CPCU Society Milwaukee Workshop to Examine How Ethical and Successful Leadership Intertwine
In the insurance business, ethics works. Studies show that achieving long-term organizational excellence and success is largely based on creating a business culture that embraces high ethical standards. ... more

March 1, 2010
Insurance Pros GEARING UP TO HELP Clients Stay in Business after disaster Strikes
Business Income Insurance Will Be Focus of CPCU Society Workshop in Malvern, Pa., followed by Special Keynote Luncheon
With an estimated 25 percent of businesses never opening their doors again following a disaster, the CPCU Society is conducting a program geared toward increasing their chances of survival. ... more

Feb. 19, 2010
HIGH ETHICAL STANDARDS DEEMED CRUCIAL FOR SUCCESSFUL INSURANCE PROS
CPCU Society Workshop in Portage, MI to Focus on Capturing the Power of a High-Values Culture
In the insurance business, ethics works. Studies show that achieving long-term organizational excellence and success is largely based on creating a business culture that embraces high ethical standards. ... more

Feb. 16, 2010
INSURANCE PROS TARGET COMMERCIAL RISKS BEFORE CALAMITY STRIKES
Latest Commercial General Liability Policy Changes and Defective Construction Coverages to be Explained at CPCU Society Puerto Rico Workshops
In a challenging and uncertain commercial risk landscape, the CPCU Society is helping insurance professionals serve their clients better by bringing them up to speed on important changes in the marketplace. ... more

Feb. 4, 2010
Avoiding ‘hidden’ insurance coverages, surprises is goal of CPCU Society Marietta Workshops
Industry Pros Will Also Explore ‘Best’ Umbrella Policies for Their Clients
As anyone who has ever experienced a major insurance loss due to an accident or disaster knows, the worst time to find out what’s covered and what’s not, is after the loss. Insurance professionals want to avoid these surprises as well. Two workshops in February will provide ... more

Jan. 21, 2010
CPCU SOCIETY ESTABLISHES HAITI EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND
It Will Match Contributions of its Members and Chapters
The CPCU Society — the organization of insurance professionals carrying the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters designation — has established a special fund to aid victims of the Haiti earthquake. . . . more

Jan. 13, 2010
BOPS Are Tops at CPCU Society Edina Workshop
Crucial Insurance Coverage Decisions on Business Owners and Commercial Umbrella Policies to Be Explored
The CPCU Society announces programs to help simplify insurance choices for Minnesota businesses. . . . more

Jan. 5, 2010
WARM AND SUNNY IS FORECAST FOR CPCU SOCIETY LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Group Will Gather in Phoenix April 29–May 1 to Assure Bright Future
Preparation for future success will be the order of the day when the CPCU Society gathers hundreds of its dedicated members at the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix April 29–May 1, 2010 for its annual Leadership Summit. . . . more