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Get to Know: PIA Director Alyssa Hobgood
Get to Know: PIA Director Alyssa Hobgood Alyssa Hobgood of BWO Insurance in Oak Creek has been serving on the PIA Board of Directors since the spring of 2023. Her involvement in PIA’s committees stretches far and wide: She is currently serving on the Education Committee, YPI Network Committee, Legislative Committee, Scholarship Golf Committee, Member Value…
Read MoreThe End of an Era: Celebrating Brenda Steinbach
The End of an Era: Celebrating Brenda Steinbach It’s not every day we say goodbye to a colleague whose name is nearly synonymous with our organization—but today is one of those days. It is with deep gratitude and a touch of wistfulness, that PIA of Wisconsin announces that our beloved Education and Convention Director, Brenda…
Read MoreFire Sprinkler Systems: Maintenance Matters
Fire Sprinkler Systems: Maintenance Matters Fire sprinkler systems can be an excellent investment for a business but they do require regular inspections and maintenance. After all, the worst time to discover that your system isn’t working properly is during an actual fire. That’s why we recommend following the National Fire Protection Association’s standard, NFPA 25, which is…
Read MoreLetter to the Editor: A Tribute to an Outstanding Mentor in the Insurance Industry
Letter to the Editor: A Tribute to an Outstanding Mentor in the Insurance Industry I am writing to express my deep admiration for Mike Ansay, an extraordinary mentor and role model in the insurance industry. I feel compelled to write to you due to a recent accident Mike had, and my need to say thanks…
Read MorePIA Announces 2024 Legislative Award Recipients
PIA Announces 2024 Legislative Award Recipients Rep. Dallman receives his award from PIA President Jon Strom, Vice-President Octavio Padilla & Natalie White PIA of Wisconsin is proud to recognize two strong supporters of the independent insurance industry with our 2024 Legislative Excellence Award: Representative Alex Dallman (R–Green Lake) and Senator Rob Stafsholt (R–New Richmond). Each…
Read MoreSupport Reinstatement of the Crop Inflation Adjustment!
Support Reinstatement of the Crop Inflation Adjustment! Crop insurance agents play a critical role in delivering the Federal Crop Insurance Program. However, due to a freeze on inflation adjustments since 2015, agent commissions have been effectively cut – while the demands on agents continue to grow. In 2022, PIA successfully helped pass language affirming that the…
Read MoreNew Process for OCI License Change Requests
New Process for OCI License Change Requests Starting May 1, 2025, the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance will require all producers and business entities to submit license change requests electronically via www.nipr.com. What This Means for You: After May 1st, OCI will no longer process paper or email requests for: Name changes (individual or…
Read MoreSports MADNESS
Sports MADNESS By: Ryan Bedroske, PIA Director With NCAA March Madness in full swing, it’s a sure sign that outdoor sports season is just around the corner here in Wisconsin. As a dad of three active kids involved in multiple youth sports, I can confirm—it’s a scheduling nightmare (and a whole lot of fun). Between…
Read MoreOCI Issues NAIC AI Bulletin
OCI Issues NAIC AI Bulletin On March 18th, 2025, the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) issued a bulletin addressing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the insurance industry. This bulletin was drafted from and largely mirrors the NAIC Model Bulletin that was published in December of 2023. The bulletin has so…
Read MoreOCI Bulletin: The Use of the “NPN Override” Function
OCI Bulletin: The Use of the “NPN Override” Function PIA encourages agents to review the following bulletin and to be aware that OCI is taking action against those they are alleging are engaging in fraudulent enrollment in the ACA. Please review OCI’s position and utilize PIA’s legal hotline with Axley Attorneys if needed. Date:Â March 14,…
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