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Important Forms to Complete Before Your College Student Departs Home
There’s a lot to discuss before sending your college student off to school. Numerous conversations are needed about the necessities of life as well as what the future holds. As we prepared to send our daughters off to college, our conversations included: What’s needed for the dorm room? Campus safety. Our rules for having a…
Read MoreStand Out to Rise Above
By: Steve Clements, CPIA, PIAW Board Member One of the first things we are told when learning to run a successful business is that we need to set ourselves apart. What makes us different (i.e. better) than the next business down the street? What can we do that uniquely adds value to our customers? Companies…
Read MoreNicholas Oleniczak Named Wisconsin’s Outstanding CSR of the Year
Madison, WI – Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin is pleased to announce that the recipient of Wisconsin’s Outstanding CSR of the Year is Nicholas Oleniczak, CISR of M3 Insurance. The Outstanding CSR of the Year award was created in 1991 by the Societies of CISR and CIC and recognizes the important role that the customer…
Read MoreValeri Agency Joins Vizance
Kenosha, WI (07/01/21) – Vizance, a leading independent insurance agency serving Wisconsin and surrounding states, announced that Kenosha-based Valeri Agency, Inc. will join Vizance, Inc. effective July 1, 2021. Valeri Agency has been a leader in the insurance industry since 1959, offering business insurance, employee benefits, and personal lines insurance to their valued clients. For…
Read MorePIA’s Young Professionals Club Announces 2021 Scholarship Winners
Every year, the Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin’s Young Professionals Club (YPC) raises funds for scholarships for students who are seeking careers in the insurance industry or a related field, such as risk management. Not only are these scholarships some of the largest private scholarships available in the state, but they are also exclusive to…
Read MoreState Offering New $5,000 Small Business Grants
Qualifying small businesses can now apply for $5,000 in grant funding from the Wisconsin Tomorrow Small Business Grants program. Applications are currently being accepted through the deadline of 4:30 pm on June 7th. This new grant program is being administered through the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR), using funds…
Read MoreThings That Challenge You Will Change You
Credit to Michael Winstanley, PIA of Wisconsin Board Member The Greek philosopher Heraclitus has been quoted as saying, “change is the only constant in life.” I think we can all agree that the past year has been challenging to say the least. We have had to make many changes in our daily lives. We have…
Read MoreHomeowner’s Property Valuation
Are Your Clients Adequately Covered? While exact percentages vary, experts warn that a growing number of homeowners are underinsured. Inflation, fluctuating building costs, depreciation, and often, a misunderstanding of valuation methods are likely contributors to this trend. As a result, the importance of helping your clients properly assess the value of their home and belongings…
Read MoreFire Safety Tips for the Warmer Months
It’s easy to associate at-home fire protection with the colder months with the use of space heaters, fireplaces, decorative candles, and tangled strings of holiday lights. But, just because we’re less inclined to turn the heat on doesn’t mean we shouldn’t still be vigilant when it comes to protecting ourselves and our property from fire hazards. As…
Read MoreTips for Staying Safe While Driving in Fog
As we transition from winter to spring, you may encounter fog on your daily commute or while running errands. Fog occurs when Mother Nature mixes cold air and warm air, causing water droplets or ice crystals to float in the air. Depending on where you live and other factors you may experience it more frequently…
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