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NAAIA is the premier organization for African American insurance industry professionals seeking to establish a meaningful network with peers and executives. As a result of a committed dedication to learning, development, outreach and support, our members are empowered and positioned to achieve professional and community impact goals.
About Us
Mission
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Facilitate growth, development, empowerment and career enhancement among African American insurance professionals.
NAAIA Chicago became the first local chapter to be established and was awarded its charter on June 12, 2003. The organization was subsequently incorporated in December of the same year. As a founding member and in his role as president, Matthew Cooper assembled a group of dedicated industry professionals who shared a common goal to expand the representation of African Americans within the insurance industry. The organization has maintained an unwavering focus and dedication to efforts which support individual and collective career success. Commitment to the vision is evidenced by a keen focus upon continuing education, career management, professional development and relationship management. We strive to achieve our mission by delivering programs which address specific and significant career development needs. We will impart knowledge via formal and informal mentoring. Therefore, our members are informed, educated and empowered as a result of programs and activities that promote continued learning, growth, development and a focused approach to career management and community service. The Chicago Chapter was recognized by the National organization and honored with the first Outstanding Chapter of the Year Award during the 2007 annual conference. The National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) was founded in 1997 by Jerald L. Tillman, LUTCF, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Early in his career, Jerald, as he interacted with professional organizations, realized that there was a disconnect with fellow black insurance industry professionals. As a result, he began pondering the idea of establishing an association for black professionals involved in all aspects of insurance. After twenty years of juggling between building his insurance agency and a national network of black insurance professionals, NAAIA was chartered in Cincinnati on March 5, 1997 as a tax exempt association under the IRS 501©6 code.Today, the organization membership has grown to just under 400 and we remain true to the original mission as defined by Jerald. Simply stated, our mission is to increase the number of African Americans in the insurance business at both the corporate and agency levels. NAAIA serves as a support group to encourage successful career advancement by promoting the highest educational and ethical standards while networking effectively in and outside of the industry. NAAIA takes pride in working with current industry associations and resources in various collaborative efforts to promote diversity and mutual interests.
Vision
Expand the presence and career advancement options of African American insurance professionals across all insurance industry disciplines as a result of an unwavering dedication to education, development, career management and relationship development.
Board Members
Board of Directors
Margaret Redd
Margaret N. Redd
President
MetLife
Vice President of Regional Sales
Vaenessa Sims
Vaenessa Sims
Secretary
Travelers
Managing Director
Cherie Coffey
Cherie Coffey
Treasurer
CNA
Vice President of Business Process Reengineering
Matthew Cooper
Matthew Cooper
2003-05 Chicago Chapter President
Inner City Underwriting
President
Brian Dunn
Brian Dunn
Midwest-ASPN
Assistant Vice President
Craig Gilmore
Craig Gilmore, CPCU
State Farm
Director of Mulicultural Markets
Nona Edison
Nona Edison, CPCU
Marsh USA
Senior Vice President
Janice Fenn
Janice Fenn
Advisory Board
Professional Resources Organization, Inc
President
Katrina Parker
Katrina Parker-Waddy
Advisory Board
CNA
Director of Corporate Media Relations
2011 NAAIA-Chicago Board of Directors &
Advisory Board
NAAIA Committee Members
Membership
Membership
Individual membership in the NAAIA Chicago chapter allows you to enhance your career's growth potential, influence your industry, expand your network, have your voice heard and stay informed.
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