Blue Ridge Chapter: Blue Ridge Chapter

Blue Ridge Chapter

May 16, 2012

BLUE RIDGE CPCU chapter - Roanoke and Southwest Virginia


		Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriters The Blue Ridge chapter, located in Southwestern Virginia, is part of the larger family of CPCU Society chapters The goals of the CPCU Society include: professionalism, ethics, and continuing educating among members. Our chapter meetings will be held at various times and locations during the year. Our members are encouraged to promote ethical behavior, continuing education, professionalism, and the best practices in insurance services. OFFICERS 2011-2012 President .............. Wendy Huffman President-Elect ........ Open Secretary .............. Harry Waldron Treasurer .............. Linda Byer Past President ......... Linda Ferguson BOARD 2011-2012 Board Member ........... Mava Wingate Board Member ........... Lynne Mowbray Board Member ........... Greg Dillon Board Member ........... Konye Howery Board Member ........... Jo Ann Gordon Board Member ........... Bill Stack Board Member ........... Ricky Hicks Board Member ........... Bob Nave Board Member ........... Jan Newey Board Member ........... Rob Latimer COMMITTEE CHAIRS 2011-2012 Nominating ............. Jo Ann Gordon New Designees .......... Wendy Huffman Candidate Development .. Wendy Huffman Education .............. Linda Ferguson Chapter Instructor ..... Ricky Hicks Research ............... Harry Waldron Public Relations ....... Mava Wingate Good Works ............. Bob Nave Yearbook ............... Milly Clark Photographer ........... Mava Wingate Membership ............. Wendy Huffman Webmaster .............. Harry Waldron CHAPTER MEETING SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER 13, 2011 -- 11:45 am Luncheon Salem Civic Center Speaker: Gary Raphael, SVP ACE Insurance Group - Property Contents Valuations NOVEMBER 17, 2011 -- 5:30 pm Dinner Roanoke Country Club Speaker: Scott Meinke CPCU, CIC, ARM, AIM, ARe, AAI - Workers Comp 2013 changes DECEMBER 6, 2011 -- 5:30 pm Christmas Dinner Roanoke Country Club IPR and CPCU Christmas Party MARCH 13, 2012 -- 11:45 am Luncheon Salem Civic Center Ethics Awareness Meeting for 2012 MAY 15, 2012 -- 6:00 pm Dinner Salem Civic Center Annual Business & Candidate Development Meetings CPCU ANNUAL CONFERENCE Join CPCUs, new designees and insurance industry leaders to develop the technical and leadership skills you need to stay competitive. And make important business connections that can pave the way for new career opportunities. 2012 -- Washington, D.C. Sept. 8–11,2012 2013 -- New Orleans, La. Oct.26–29,2013 2014 -- Anaheim, Calif. Sept.20–23,2014 2015 -- Indianapolis, Ind. Oct. 3–6,2015 2016 --- Honolulu, Hawaii Sept. 17–20,2016 EDUCATION Please stay up-to-date with your CPD which helps demonstrate a devoted effort toward continuing education in the insurance profession. You can apply for your CPD online from the link below: CPCU CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HOW TO LOGIN TO CHAPTER SITE (CPCU Membership number needed CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - COMPLETE ONLINE CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - PDF VERSION GOOD WORKS SPECIAL GOOD WORKS PROJECT CONTRIBUTIONS - During our September 2011 meeting we collected dozens of jars of peanut butter sharing it with a representative from the SW VA Food Bank. This is their most needed food item and we also donated $100 to the SW VA Food Bank. We encourage our members to privately donate as they led directly to the SW VA Food Bank throughout the chapter year. "Blue Ridge CPCU" can be noted in the check documentation line, if desired. We have sponsored the SW Food Bank since 1994 as an outreach of our local chapter. Members are encouraged to make their tax deductible checks payable to SW VA Food Bank and send them directly to this worthwhile organization. Southwestern Virginia Food Bank Roanoke Valley Branch / Main Office 1025 Electric Road • Salem, VA 24153 Phone: (540) 342-3011 CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT Our chapter encourages you to participate in spreading the word on the value of the CPCU program. It makes a difference in a professional's career and for their employer. The CPCU designation requires high standards in in education, experience, and ethics. It is a worthwhile investment for an insurance professional's career. PROMOTING DIVERSITY The CPCU Society values our differing talents and backgrounds. All CPCU members are encouraged to enter the annual contest by the end of May 2012. ETHICS RESOURCES In March our chapter plans to publish weekly chapter newsletters to highlight ethical awareness. Below are key resources that provide guidance for ethical conduct: CPCU SOCIETY RESOURCES Codes of Ethics Ethics Violation Procedures Ethics Committee Ethics Awareness Kit Ethics Awareness Month "A Question of Ethics" Articles Ethics Discussion Board CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF PROFESSIONALISM During 1975, several dedicated CPCU professionals saw the need to create the local CPCU chapter we enjoy today in Southwestern Virginia. During May 2011, we celebrated our 35th anniversary as a chapter as Barry Midwood, CPCU Executive, was keynote speaker for our candidate development program. CONTACT INFORMATION Chapter Facebook page Chapter EMAIL address Last Updated: Harry Waldron 01/28/2012