The Kalahari Resort — Where Water and Fun Rules. The Kalahari’s indoor theme park features more than 100,000 square feet of fun. It includes a Ferris wheel more than six stories tall, go-karts, 24 lanes of bowling and mini golf for starters. The IIAW has arranged a $10 special admission rate to the indoor theme park (a $19.95 value) for Friday. You must reserve your wristbands with the conference registration form (below). The resort’s room accommodations are spacious. Our deeply discounted room rate for a Desert or Hut Room is $149 (plus 11% sales/room tax) per night, which is nearly half off the standard summer room rate. Each Desert/Hut Room has a microwave, mini-refrigerator, coffee maker and two queen beds. The Desert Room also has a sofa sleeper. A limited number of Royal African Queen suites are also available on a first-come, first-serve basis, at a special discounted rate. The suites feature two bedrooms, two baths, sitting area, balcony, three TVs, microwave and refrigerator. This conference is a popular event. We reserve a block of rooms for our group, but we encourage you to make your reservations quickly to secure a room. View room descriptions/diagrams at www.kalahariresorts.com. Desert/Hut Rooms are available at the IIAW rate from July 11 through July 14. All rooms include admission to the waterparks (up to four people). Please don’t book your rooms with the resort’s Web site because our discount rates will not be quoted. Call the Kalahari directly at (877) 253-5466 and request “Reservations.” Be sure to identify yourself as a participant in the Midwest Young Agents Conference. Hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Waterpark passes will be available at noon upon presentation of your room reservation confirmation. The Kalahari is located at the intersection of I-94 and Highway 12 in Wisconsin Dells. The hotel reservation deadline is June 11, 2012.
Midwest Young Agents Conference
July 12–14, 2012 People Attending
Full Registration Agency & Insurance Company Personnel. Fee includes all conference education sessions (except the Introducing Project CAP session – see below), Thursday and Friday evening buffet dinners, Dells boat tour, two full breakfast buffets, refreshment breaks and door prize eligibility.
$179
Spouses/Guests. Fee includes Thursday and Friday evening buffet dinners, Dells boat tour and two full breakfast buffets. No education sessions are included.
$79
Introducing Project CAP session featuring speaker Scott Deetz.
$25 Age 5 & Under (Free)
Children. Fee includes kids pool party, Thursday and Friday evening buffet dinners and two full breakfast buffets. No education sessions are included.
Age 6 – 12 ($35) Age 13 & Up ($59)
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The Big “I” Young Agents Present:
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Please return completed registration forms to: IIAW, 725 John Nolen Dr., Madison, WI 53713. Credit card users may fax this form to (608) 256-0170.You may also register online at www.iiaw.com. If you have any questions, please call the IIAW at (800) 362-7441 or locally at (608) 256-4429. The hotel reservation deadline is June 11, 2012. Contact the Kalahari Resort directly at (877) 253-5466.
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July 12–14, 2012 Kalahari Resort
Wisconsin Dells
2012 Midwest Young Agents Conference
10:00 a.m . to 12:50 p.m . - Session!
The Midwest Young Agents Conference has earned a national reputation as one of the best career-enhancing events of its kind for young insurance professionals. The 2012 program has valuable educational sessions and a wealth of activities for participants of all ages and experience levels. It will be of unlimited value to those continuing to advance their careers in our great profession — regardless of age. We invite every independent agency to make the commitment to advance their young professionals’ skills and provide essential networking opportunities. They are the keys to the future of our companies and agencies and a vital part of your success.
Umbrella Policies for Today’s World, featuring speaker Brad Meyer
Brad Meyer
Thursday, July 12 1:30 to 4:30 p.m . - Registration/Welcom e Center Open Hosted by the Young Agents Committees. Registrants will receive a valuable gift bag on arrival.
Filed for 3 CE credits. Jury awards, legal fees, increasing medical costs and new sources of exposures are presenting more economic dangers in today’s society. Umbrella policies, once thought to be a luxury, have become a necessity. Instructor Brad Meyer will identify some new types of dangers, such as social media, slander, and libel, and how they may affect policyholders. Real world case studies will be examined.
Brad Meyer is director of business development at ABRA Auto Body & Glass in Minneapolis, MN. His 25 years of industry experience makes him uniquely qualified to lead this session. 12:50 to 5:00 p.m . – Free Tim e! Enjoy W isconsin Dells
2:30 to 5:30 p.m . - Opening Session!
3:00 to 5:00 p.m . – Kids Pool Party Kids will enjoy a pool party at the Kalahari Outdoor Waterpark, including children’s activities.
Introducing Project CAP, featuring speaker Scott Deetz NO CE available. Scott Deetz introduces the Consumer Agent Portal (CAP) which will deliver digital marketing tools and services to increase the online market presence of independent agencies, brokers and carriers in personal lines insurance. Learn first-hand about CAP, an industry initiative driven by the leadership vision of key insurance carriers and IIABA, along with Trusted Choice and Big "I" state associations. Scott Deetz is the CEO of Entrepreneurial Advantage. Scott's passion and dedication to entrepreneurial organizations began with his own company as the President & CEO of MI-Assistant Software. Scott led the growth of the organization to serve over 2,000 leading insurance agencies and carriers. Scott has taught hundreds of business owners how to leverage technology to achieve growth through his dynamic presentations and workshops. Scott Deetz
5:30 to 8:00 p.m . – Kalahari-Style Dinner Buffet Join friends and business associates for a great selection of delicious food and beverages, including free beer and soda. The evening’s special children’s buffet includes a complete selection of foods that appeal to kids. Everyone is welcome. Evening – Open For Fam ily Activities Enjoy the indoor and outdoor waterparks. The Kalahari is one of the leading summertime destinations in the country.
Friday, July 13 7:00 to 10:00 a.m . – Fam ily Breakfast in Kahunaville Restaurant Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your leisure at our own private buffet. Tickets are provided. Coffee, tea and soda will be available at 8:00 a.m. in the Convention Center.
5:00 to 6:30 p.m . – Special Dinner Buffets For Adults & Children Free beer and soda will be provided. Evening – If You Are Not Taking The Dells Boat Tour, You Are Free To Explore The Kalahari & Dells Enjoy the fabulous recreation opportunities that the area has to offer. 6:30 p.m . – All Aboard For Dells Boat Tour Board at the Kalahari Convention Center entrance. 7:00 to 9:00 p.m . – Dells Boat Tour A double-decker boat has been chartered for a two-hour cruise of the scenic Upper Dells. A complimentary open bar with mixed drinks, wine and beer will be available on board. Food will also be served. Note: This is an adults-only event. No children may accompany parents on the cruise. 9:00 p.m . – Buses Return To Kalahari
Saturday, July 14 7:00 to 10:00 a.m . – Fam ily Breakfast Buffet in Kahunaville Restaurant Tickets are provided. Coffee, tea and soda will be available at 8:00 a.m. in the convention center. 8:30 to 12:30 p.m . - Session!
Ethics In Today’s Changing Times, featuring speaker Gabrielle O’Brien
8:30 to 8:45 a.m . – Welcom e From The Young Agent Conference Planners 8:45 to 9:45 a.m . - Session!
Health Care Reform Update, featuring Josh Johanningmeier 1 CE credit filed. Health care reform is a hot topic. Josh Johanningmeier will dissect and explain the recent Supreme Court rulings about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and talk about what those decisions mean to independent insurance agents. Josh will also discuss what options are available to states going forward.
Josh Johanningmeier
Gabrielle O’Brien
Approved for 4 CE credits. Instructor Gabrielle O’Brien will help session participants develop tools that will be useful in increasing awareness and improving ethics. Gabrielle will examine actual case studies and discuss the impacts on the insured, insurer, and the intermediary. Program highlights include: Exploring Code of Conduct Procedures; Developing Awareness of Potential Ethical Issues; Understanding Positive Business Ethics; and Warning Signs of an Insurer’s Financial Instability.
Attorney Josh Johanningmeier is the IIA of Wisconsin’s General Counsel and a shareholder in Godfrey & Kahn's Product Liability and Tort Practice Group. He is also a member of the firm's Insurance Practice Group.
Gabrielle O’Brien, MBA, has been active in the insurance industry for more than 25 years. As the lead instructor of the IIA of Wisconsin’s Prelicensing Schools, she has guided thousands of students to successfully passing the insurance intermediary’s exam. O’Brien has participated in many other aspects of the industry as an underwriter, manager, and field representative. Gabrielle also teaches INS 21, 22 and 23, a variety of seminars and college courses.
9:45 to 10:00 a.m . – Break
12:45 to 1:00 p.m . – Door Prizes & Farewells
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Continuing Education Credits. Agents could earn 8 continuing education credits for attending all of the conference sessions. All education sessions have been filed for credit in the states of Wisconsin and Minnesota.
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Cash & Door Prizes. With the tremendous financial support of our sponsors, we’ll be drawing for numerous valuable prizes throughout the conference. Company and Association donated gifts will be awarded at Saturday’s closing. Dress. Business casual attire is appropriate for all educational sessions and social events.