Strategies to Improve Your Workplace at the Human Resources Seminar

Changing generations in the workforce present new challenges for managers and Human Resources staff. To address these changes, PAMIC has planned an educational seminar to discuss the expectation of Millennials, handling sexual harassment in the workplace, and the Family and Medical Leave Act. Join us for these topics and more at the Human Resources Seminar in Harrisburg on May 9, 2018. This seminar has been approved for 5 CE credits.

Featured Education: 

"The Expectations of Millennials"

Rod Bourn, Professor, Coordinator of Professional Development at Harford Community College, and Found of Down, Set, Lead
With a generation as large as the Boomers flooding into the workplace, organizations are finding it more difficult to integrate Millennials into their business model, regardless of past success. Going far beyond a “Generations in the Workplace” program, this presentation offers pointed insight based on interviews of over 100 Millennials, as well as regional business leaders and their efforts to harness their energies, talents and interests. 

"#MeToo and You: Preventing and Dealing with Sexual Harassment in Your Workplace" & "Family and Medical Leave Act: Handling Tough Issues"

Catherine Walters, Esq., Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr
The Human Resources Seminar will feature two presentations from Catherine. First, she will explore the legal framework for preventing harassment, as well as recognizing and addressing harassment to minimize liability. Attendees will learn about the EEOC’s updated approach to creating respectful workplaces and new approaches to providing training for your workforce.

In her second session, Walters will cover the Family and Medical Leave Act. This program will discuss how to navigate some tough issues encountered by PAMIC employers, such as intermittent leave, the interplay among the FMLA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Workers’ Compensation Law, employee fraud and knowing when and how to seek additional medical certifications. 

The Human Resources Seminar features a full day of education. To view the full listing of presenters and topics check out our event agenda. 

Reservations: 

A block of rooms have been reserved at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey at $129 per night plus applicable taxes. Call 1-800-325-3535 and mention you are with PAMIC to receive the reduced rate. The room block is good until April 17, 2018.

Support the PAMIC Human Resources Seminar as a Sponsor

The Human Resources seminar is accepting sponsors. Sponsorship provides your company with advertising and exposure before Mutual Insurance executives from Pennsylvania and the surrounding states. Please consider a sponsorship at one of the following levels: 

Gold ($650):

• Sponsor Identification on name badges
• Receive a table top sign on luncheon tables with your logo on it
• Company recognition during HR Seminar Welcome
• Individual company sign with logo displayed at the HR Seminar

• Sponsor identification on name badges
• Receive a table top sign on luncheon tables with your logo on it
• Company name and logo recognition on prominent signage (one group sign to include all silver sponsors)
  

• Sponsor identification on name badges
• Receive a table top sign on luncheon tables with your logo on it.
• Recognition in the morning announcements
  

It’s going to be a great seminar! For more information on the seminar or if you wish to attend please visit our event registration page. 

Advocate for the Mutual Insurance Industry at the Congressional Contact Program!

NAMIC’s Congressional Contact Program (CCP) is a world-class advocacy operation that is widely known within the insurance world as the industry’s premier grassroots program. CCP is designed to provide attendees with the opportunity to personally visit with their congressional representatives and staff to voice their concerns over national legislation and issues that affect the property/casualty insurance industry.

Below is the outline of the 2018 Congressional Contact Program:

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. briefing at NAMIC's DC Offices
3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Meetings with PA Senate Offices
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Reception at NAMIC's DC Offices

Thursday, May 17, 2018

9:00 – 2:00 p.m. Meetings with PA House Offices

Issues Covered:

• Insurance Regulation
  
• Drones and Private Airspace
• Automated Vehicles

There is a block of rooms reserved for PAMIC members at the Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel, 415 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, D.C. The rate is $299 per night plus applicable taxes. Please list the room you would like (Kind or two doubles).

Webinar Focuses on "Branding the Modern Mutual" 

The mutual insurance industry has a long and rich history of serving communities and policyholders. Throughout that rich history, the companies that have been able to prosper and grow embraced change through their product lines, technology, and marketing strategies. In the digital era it is crucial that companies maintain a positive brand. Join us on May 23, 2018 for a webinar that is focused on creating a positive brand for your company.  

Presenters: 

Randy Fulmer, Assistant Vice President, Manager of Marietta Marketing, Donegal Insurance Group


Christopher C. Oehrle, Vice President, Marketing and Agency Relations, The Philadelphia Contributionship

Overview:

Marketing the modern mutual is a multi-faceted challenge. Companies can interact with customers quicker and through more avenues than ever before. 

This webinar will feature two interesting case studies on how mutual companies connect with their policyholders and the communities they serve. Attendees will learn about the branding process from the perspective of the oldest mutual company in America, The Philadelphia Contributionship. Chris Oehrle, Vice President of Marketing and Agency Relations, will discuss the strategies he helped implement at the Contributionship to refresh and revitalize their historic brand. 

Attendees will also learn about grassroots marketing efforts. Randy Fulmer, Vice President, Manager of Marietta Marketing, of Donegal Mutual Insurance will discuss the way that his company connects with the community on a local level. 

About the Presenters:

Randy Fulmer currently serves as the Assistant Vice President, Manager of Marietta Marketing for Donegal Insurance Group where he oversees the field staff calling on their agents in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware. He and his staff provide Donegal appointed agents in those states with regular updates on insurance product offerings, systems training and sales and business development strategies that will benefit both the agent and Donegal.  Prior to his current position, Randy worked as a Territory Sales Manager for Southeastern and South Central Pennsylvania.  He holds a CIC designation from the National Alliance and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from West Chester University.

Chris C. Oehrle, oversees agency relations and marketing for the Philadelphia Contributionship. Recently his focus has been on refreshing and managing his company's historic brand. Before joining the Contributionship, Oehrle served as Director of Business Development for Quaker Special Risk and as the SVP for Weichert Insurance Agency.

How to Join:

On the day of the webinar all attendees can launch the presentation by clicking here and completing a small download. 

Please register for the webinar if you are interested in attending. A link to the presentation will be emailed to participants prior to the event. We look forward to an interesting webinar on the Branding the Modern Mutual. 

Network with Colleagues and Friends at the PAMIC PAC Summer Golf Outing

Join us for a relaxing day on the links at the Omni Bedford Springs Old Course. The proceeds from this golf outing go to the PAMIC PAC and help to support our advocacy efforts as our organization pushes for legislation and regulations that stimulate business. 

Golfers can expect fun competitions and contests with prizes being awarded following the round. Registration includes a boxed lunch and closing reception with adult beverages.

We hope to see you on the course for the Summer Golf Outing! Golfers who wish to register by mail can do so by using our registration form. 

Please remember that all donations to PAMIC PAC should be made through either a personal credit card or personal check. Corporate contributions are prohibited.

The Executive & Board Roundtable Discusses Benchmarking and the Future of Insurance

The Executive & Board Roundtable features education to improve company operations and provides a forum for members to discuss current issues. For the first time, the 2018 Roundtable will be hosted at the Omni Bedford Springs resort. For more information check out the full event agenda. 

Before the Roundtable, attendees are invited to participate in a PAC golf tournament at the Omni Bedford Springs Old Course beginning at 1:00 p.m and reception from 6:00–7:00 p.m. on June 13, 2018. The reception is open to all guests and golf requires a separate registration.

Featured Presentations:

"Benchmarking and PAMIC Peer Analysis"
Hank Straub, CPA, Principal, Brown Schultz Sheridan and Fritz


Ralph Cagnetta, Executive Vice President, Willis Re 

Join Hank Straub, as he presents “PAMIC Companies 2017 Financial Results.” This will be a big picture look at the combined financials of PAMIC members. 

Ralph Cagnetta, will be discussing Willis Re's benchmarking tool that facilitates the creation of customized peer groups.   The objective of the tool is to provide a standardized view of benchmarking data and help provide better context for the analysis of mutual companies and PAMIC’s financial results. 

"The Future of Insurance"
Mark Purowitz, Principal, Deloitte Consulting

Mark will be speaking on the future of insurance with an emphasis on de-mystifying InsurTech and where and how the industry can engage with this evolving ecosystem. 

Reservations:

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Omni Bedford Springs at a rate of $194 per night plus applicable taxes. Please call 1-888-444-6664 and reference PAMIC to receive that rate. The room block is good until 5/21/18.

Sponsor the Executive & Board Roundtable!

The Executive & Board Roundtable is accepting sponsorships from interested companies. Sponsorship provides your company with advertising and exposure before Mutual Insurance executives from Pennsylvania and the surrounding states. Please consider a sponsorship at one of the following levels: 

Gold ($850):

• Sponsor Identification on name badges
• Receive a tabletop sign on luncheon tables with your logo on it
• Company recognition during the Roundtable Welcome
• Individual company sign with logo displayed at the Roundtable

• Sponsor identification on name badges
• Receive a tabletop sign on luncheon tables with your logo on it
• Company name and logo recognition on prominent signage (one group sign to include all silver sponsors)
  

• Sponsor identification on name badges
• Receive a tabletop sign on luncheon tables with your logo on it.
• Recognition in the morning announcements
  

It’s going to be a great seminar! For more information on the seminar or if you wish to attend, please visit our event registration page. 

Sponsor the 111th Mid-Atlantic Mutual Advantage Convention

Join MAMIC, PAMIC, VAMIC and WVAIC as we host and celebrate the 111^th Mid-Atlantic Mutual Advantage Convention from August 5-7, 2018 at the beautiful Marriott Baltimore Waterfront hotel in Inner Harbor, Maryland!

We are bringing together executives from these states and the across the surrounding area for education, networking, and fun!

Convention sponsorships are a great way to gain exposure and advertising before our Mutual member companies. We hope that you will consider a sponsorship at one of the levels below. You can also view the full convention sponsorship flyer by clicking here.

Sapphire Sponsorship ($10,000)

Sapphire sponsors will receive all of the benefits below (Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, Gold, and Silver) including two complimentary Convention registrations.

Diamond Sponsorship ($7,500):  

These sponsors will receive all the benefits below including two complimentary Convention registrations. You also receive your company name and logo printed on all Convention materials. 

Emerald Sponsorship ($5,000): 

These sponsors will receive all the benefits below (Platinum, Gold and Silver) plus two complimentary Convention registrations. You also receive your company name and logo printed on all Convention materials.

Platinum Sponsorship ($2,500): 

These sponsors receive the benefits below (Gold and Silver) plus one complimentary convention registration.  You also receive individual signage at the Convention with your company logo noting that you are a Platinum sponsor. In addition, you receive recognition from the podium during the General Session for each company attendee.

Gold Sponsorship ($1,100): 

These sponsors will receive all of the benefits below (Silver) plus recognition on prominent Convention signage with other Gold Sponsors. You also receive company recognition from the podium during the general session. You have the option to provide gifts and company handouts for Convention registration bags. (Company provides handouts.)

Silver Sponsorship ($800): 

These sponsors will receive name recognition in the Convention program, on the PAMIC website, and on prominent convention signage with other Silver Sponsors. Sponsor identification is noted on name badges. You also receive a preliminary Convention registration list.

Sapphire, Diamond and Emerald sponsors, please forward your logo to Pat Stroble (pstroble@pamic.org) by May 11, 2018 in a high resolution format (preferably an eps file or a large tif file @ 300 dpi) AND a low resolution format (web quality, png file format).

If you are sponsoring the Convention, thank you! Please know that you must still register as an attendee if you want to attend. The sponsorship awards your company advertising and promotion, but registration is still required. Attendee registration will open in May.