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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 Task Force AND serves as the Chair…
Read MoreIt’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 Steinbach, is retiring after an incredible 41 years…
Read MoreFire 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 considered the baseline for inspection,…
Read MoreI 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 to him, on behalf of many agents that he helps daily for the benefit…
Read MoreRep. 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 year, this award honors one member…
Read MoreCrop 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 Risk Management Agency (RMA) can make adjustments to…
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