Invest in the Institutes' Professional Development Solutions. Here's why...
“AAI is a manual for operating an agency. The AAI program is an authoritative educational source that provides significant insight into business, law, finance, marketing, sales, insurance coverages, and insurance agency operations. It is a requisite to meeting the knowledge demands of our profession and the risk management needs of our customers.”
Brian Francis, ARM, AAI
President | Property & Casualty Solutions | Southfield, Michigan
“The benefits of participating in the CPCU program have no shelf life. The course offerings allowed me to gain a broad understanding about the insurance industry. This has been invaluable throughout my career. I may have earned my designation 10 years ago, but I still reference what I learned every day.
I encourage employees to take advantage of the Institutes, enroll in classes, keep their skill sets sharp, and gain a broader perspective of our industry.”
Betty Bergquist, CPCU
Vice President - Education, | Fortune 500 Company
“During my years in management, I have found that the most successful employees invest their time in insurance specific education. Whether it is the CPCU, AU, AIM or ARM, a high quality employee continues his or her education. These employees are the ones that get noticed and are at the front of the line for promotions.”
Diana Van Horn, CPCU, CIC, CRM
Intermountain Regional Vice President | Unigard Insurance
"The American Institute for CPCU's Insurance Executive Development Program at Wharton was a great opportunity to learn from leading business professors. Discussions on decision making, strategy, and marketing provided me with new perspectives and fresh approaches for my operation and leadership style."
Susan Bithell
Washington State Executive Director | Farmers Insurance
“I first heard about the CPCU program from my father, who encouraged me to get started early in my professional career. Earning my designation provided me with a solid background to the insurance industry and a means to separate myself from other young professionals in the field. As a result of my CPCU experience, I am better prepared to handle the challenges I face on a daily basis. My local chapter has allowed me to expand upon this knowledge while meeting other professionals in the area and getting involved in the community.”
Chris Denis, CPCU Class of 2007
Supervisor | Amica Mutual Insurance Company
“Completing the CPCU curriculum provided me not only with a well-rounded knowledge of insurance, but also a focus on where I wanted to specialize in my career. By also being actively involved in my local CPCU Society chapter I have enjoyed ongoing educational benefits, increased networking opportunities, and many lasting friendships.”
Tom Denis, CPCU
Vice President of National Accounts | Guard Insurance Group
“From my perspective as a hiring Manager, these designations are a window into an individual's work ethic and clearly demonstrate an ability and drive that is needed to excel in today's demanding environment. When comparing two candidates who may be equal in all other qualities, I will gravitate toward hiring the one who has shown a commitment toward continuing education."
Jeff Cruey, CPCU, CIC, ARe, AU, AMIM
Vice President - Commercial Lines | Ohio Casualty Insurance Co.
"The real value of Institutes courses is in the terrific base they provide for insurance professionals to build off of. Institutes' courses teach you how to apply fundamentals to everyday situations, giving you the foundation you need to be able to learn on the job. From the basic foundation building courses through the more technical CPCU program, I've gained a solid base of knowledge by pursing professional development with the Institutes and I've used every bit of what I've learned.”
Richard A. Riley, CPCU, ARM, AIM
Vice Chairman & CEO, Retired | WNC First Insurance Services
AICPCU/IIA Boards of Trustees
“One of the biggest challenges facing our industry today is finding job candidates who have a strong technical understanding of insurance. Those candidates who have taken advantage of the educational programs offered by American Institute for CPCU and the Insurance Institute of America clearly set themselves apart from others. In addition, these programs allow our current employees to enhance their contributions to our organization and thus find or create opportunities to further their careers.”
Loren Wims
Chief Operating Officer | Huntleigh McGehee | (314) 746-4746