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The Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin is a community of dedicated independent agents and insurance professionals, working to promote and improve the independent agency channel. Supporting the advancement and excellence of independent agencies is the core of our mission.
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Educate
We are the premier association of insurance education in Wisconsin. Grow your knowledge and your bottom line at our education sessions. Whether you want to pursue a professional designation or meet your Wisconsin CE requirements, you have come to the right place.
Advocate
With two lobbyists representing you in Madison and many more in Washington D.C., PIA is working to protect the agency channel at both the state and federal level. Our goal is a regulatory environment that allows your agency to grow and prosper.
Collaborate
The community of PIA allows constant collaboration with other agents and industry professionals. Whether you are starting an agency, working to grow your agency, or considering new technologies, PIA members have diverse experience and insights to share. Collaborate with, learn from, and continue to grow alongside fellow PIA members at our many annual events like our Winter Get-Away, ENGAGE convention or golf outing.
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Brought to you by: Improper handling of certificates of insurance (COIs) can often lead to E&O litigation. In fact, 6%-8% of E&O claims each year deal with COIs. What can you do? Establish set written procedures to ensure the proper handling and execution of certificates. KEY ISSUES AND COMMON QUESTIONS…
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Brought to you by:Â Â Â Â Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) breaker panels were commonly used from the 1950s to the 1980s and were installed in both residential and commercial buildings. They are now considered by many to be a latent fire risk and generally will not pass inspection. FPE lost…
Read MoreCapitol Update: Two PIA-Backed Bills Signed Into Law
On Wednesday, December 6th, PIA leaders joined Governor Tony Evers in his office for the signing of two different PIA-backed bills at the Wisconsin State Capitol. PIA Secretary Octavio Padilla, Mirabella Padilla, and Gov. Tony Evers Teaching Students Financial Literacy The first bill will require students to obtain ½ credit…
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