Both associations provided the products and services that their members needed, some similar and some unique. And, needing services from both, some insurance agents belonged to both associations. We firmly believe that a single state association is the way to meet those needs. If they are to receive the quality service they need and deserve, then the agents association must be prepared to educate, inform and train agents. Insurance has always been on the cutting edge of society's changes, whether it be something as drastic as pollution liability or as personal as a jet ski.
Insurance agents help individuals and businesses protect their financial assets.
We want to be sure that they have the tools and knowledge they need to do that job, and do it well. Only time will tell whether a merger will occur at the national level or whether more mergers at the state level eventually will make that question moot. However, what is clear is that the associations must focus even more carefully on providing needed services to their members. We are focusing on making certain we provide the best services to our members. The association needs to lead members through change so they can adapt their businesses to keep pace.