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By: Alyssa Hobgood | PIA Director True growth rarely comes from staying comfortable. Some of my most transformative experiences have happened when I stepped into unfamiliar territory-nervous, unsure, and entirely out of my comfort zone. For me, 2024 became a year of courage: breaking free from my comfort zone, letting go of things that drained…

Never forget that e-mail constitutes a legal record and can be admissible in legal actions, not only in the courtroom, but in the court of public opinion. People sue for all kinds of silly reasons. Family members get into disputes, couples get divorced, consumers sue merchants, and vendors can pursue delinquent clients. Whenever a lawyer…

By: Kimberly Bunce | Brought to you By: If something unexpected happened, could your agency survive without you? How would this affect your family, partners, employees, and clients? Whether planning for the unexpected or for retirement, creating a succession plan – often referred to in the industry as a perpetuation plan – might be the…

Shannon Wiegman of M3 Insurance in Green Bay was recently elected as a new director to PIA’s Board during Engage 2024. Shannon has been involved with PIA for years, sharing her talents on the Education, Convention and Legislative Committees. We are excited to welcome her expertise to the Board of Directors! Getting to Know Shannon…

Running a business comes with both exciting opportunities and complex challenges, making preparation for the new year essential. Reviewing your insurance coverage with your independent agent ensures your business is protected against potential risks. Key steps to prepare include assessing changes in your operations, identifying emerging risks like cybersecurity, and updating safety measures to minimize…