NAAIA - Greater Hartford Chapter

Join us for an inspiring hybrid event: "Synergy In Insurance: How Joining an Insurance Professional Organization Transformed My Career"! ?? Date: May 1, 2025 ?? Time: 2:30 -5:30 pm EST ?? Location: The Hartford, 690 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT, Tower Building 22nd floor & Online Hear from industry leaders and professionals who have transformed their careers by joining insurance organizations. Whether you're attending in person or virtually, this event is open to everyone! ?? Why Attend? ? Gain insights from top speakers in the insurance industry on their career journeys. ? Network with professionals and peers. ? Discover how joining an insurance professional organization can elevate your career. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow! Sign up now: ? In-Person: https://conta.cc/4j44Qbk ? Virtual: https://conta.cc/3FDby9S Location: In person at The Hartford 690 Asylum Avenue Hartford, CT 06155, floor T22

Celebrating Women's History Month: Virna L. Alexander , MBA As the Executive Vice President and Chief Claims Officer for Global Risk Solutions North America at Liberty Mutual Insurance, Virna L. Alexander, MBA oversees U.S. Casualty, Workers Compensation, U.S. Specialty Lines, U.S. Property & Marine, LM Canada, Strategic Planning & Analytics, and Global Claims Services. She is responsible for creating and implementing the strategic vision and direction for an organization that includes over 3,000 claims professionals, $20 billion in case reserves, and more than 600,000 claims across the US and Canada. Virna started her career as a casualty claims representative and steadily took on roles of greater responsibility across multiple lines and claims adjacent functions. Since joining Liberty Mutual in 2013, she has held leadership roles in personal and commercial lines. She is a transformational leader who is passionate about talent development and Inclusion. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and an MBA from the University of Baltimore. She is a member of several prestigious organizations: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Links Incorporated and Jack and Jill of America where she serves at the President of the South Jersey Chapter.

Hello NAAIAGHC community! ?? Calling all students & early career professionals! Join ?????????????? ?????????????? ???????????? designed to help you stay ahead in your career. ?? Travelers presents the April session, titled ???????? ???? ???? ???? ?????? ?????????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?????? ??????. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from guest speaker: ?? Amanda Piazza - Senior Consultant, Emerging Talent Acquisition Session Details: ?? Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025 ? Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET ?? Register via Zoom: https://lnkd.in/ejRWPpkJ The ?????????????? ?????????????? ???????????? is free and open to all. Whether you're a college student, a recent grad, or a high schooler, this is the perfect chance to gain valuable industry knowledge and participate in virtual networking. Register now and take the first step toward your new career! ??

Incredible women in the insurance industry Dr. Jewel Plummer Cobb made groundbreaking contributions to cancer research, particularly in understanding melanoma cells. Her work not only advanced our scientific understanding but also paved the way for future generations of researchers. As an educator, Dr. Cobb held prestigious positions at leading institutions like Connecticut College and Douglass College (Rutgers University). She was dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in academia, encouraging young women and people of color to pursue careers in science. Dr. Jewel Plummer Cobb's career was marked by significant milestones, including her election to the board of the The Travelers Insurance Company. Her expertise in genetics and cell biology brought a unique perspective to the insurance industry, influencing policies and practices. At Travelers, Dr. Cobb's insights into health and risk assessment contributed to a deeper understanding of how genetics and environmental factors intersect in determining health outcomes. Her work underscored the importance of informed decision-making and ethical considerations in insurance practices, setting a precedent for integrating scientific knowledge into corporate strategies. #WomensHistoryMonth #NAAIAGHC #NAAIA

Celebrating Women's History Month: Montrae Williams This Women's History Month, we're shining a light on incredible women in the insurance industry! Montrae Williams is head of The Hartford’s Client Service Team, where she ensures seamless and transparent collaboration with both internal and external business partners. Her team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service experiences that help retain accounts and grow the company's market presence. Montrae began her insurance career in 1988 and has held various leadership roles in claims, underwriting, and account management. She joined The Hartford in 2004 as a Client Service Executive in the Claims Sales and Service organization. Montrae thrives on fostering positive relationships with business partners and making a meaningful impact with customers. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bethune-Cookman College and an MBA from Orlando College. Montrae is married and has two adult daughters. She is an avid reader and remains continually active in her church and sorority performing community volunteer activities. #WomensHistoryMonth #Herstory #NAAIAGHC #NAAIA

Women Elevating Women: Save the Date March 20th, 2025 at 3pm-5pm EST Join APIW, NAAIA GHC, Paradigm for Parity and the Lt. Governor, and Prospanica CT for our annual Women’s History Month Event sponsored by The Hartford. Women across the industry will share their personal experiences while inspiring and elevating each other to achieve our goals personally and professionally! Location: The Hartford 690 Asylum Avenue Hartford, CT 06155, floor T22 Register Here: In Person; bit.ly/2025whm Virtual: Zoom; bit.ly/whm-2025-zoom

While Black History Month may be over, the importance of learning and celebrating Black history shouldn't be confined to just one month; Black contributions and experiences are relevant and impactful every single day. NAAIA - Greater Hartford Chapter celebrated contributions to the Insurance Industry by spotlighting some of our best insurance leaders in Connecticut. Our chapter members, friends and allies made our own black history by doing another JA in a Day event in partnership with Junior Achievement of Southwest New England at a Hartford Public Schools S.A.N.D. School. Our chapter is about making an impact in our community and this year was no different! Thank you Lisa Cowell for your support to make this event successful. Our Programs Committee is amazing… thank you Andrea, Amayia, and Aliena! And thanks to our Membership Committee for getting members out to volunteer… thank you Tracy, Jamaal and Tamara! Such a great start of our programming year! Thank you to all of our members who are celebrating and making Black history every day!

Celebrating Black History Month: Spotlight on Rich Alleyne Richard Alleyne serves as Chief Legal Officer of Munich Reinsurance America, Inc. where he is responsible for managing the legal and compliance operations at Munich Re’s U.S. primary insurance and reinsurance companies. Before joining Munich Re, Rich was deputy general counsel at The Hartford where he was responsible for managing the Business Law group, which supported The Hartford’s insurance businesses. Prior to The Hartford, he was general counsel for a division of a global insurance company, QBE Insurance Group, where he oversaw legal operations for its specialty and reinsurance companies in the Americas. In 2014, he was awarded a patent as the inventor of an insurance product designed to mitigate risks associated with catastrophic events. In 2018, Rich was named Corporate Leader of the Year by the National African American Insurance Association, and in 2024 he was named to Savoy Magazine’s Most Influential Lawyers List. Rich has served on numerous non-profit boards including St. Francis Hospital & Medical Center, The Amistad Center for Art & Culture, Student Achievement Through Opportunity and Hartford Stage. Rich is a graduate of Dartmouth College and holds a J.D. from Syracuse Univ. College of Law.

Women Elevating Women: Save the Date March 20th, 2025 at 3pm-5pm EST Join APIW, NAAIA GHC, Paradigm for Parity and the Lt. Governor, and Prospanica CT for our annual Women’s History Month Event sponsored by The Hartford. Women across the industry will share their personal experiences while inspiring and elevating each other to achieve our goals personally and professionally! Location: The Hartford 690 Asylum Avenue Hartford, CT 06155, floor T22 Register Here: In Person; bit.ly/2025whm Virtual: Zoom; bit.ly/whm-2025-zoom

?? NAAIA Regional Forums Are Back! ?? We’re bringing industry professionals together for an exciting three-city series to Cultivate Leaders of Tomorrow: Transforming Organizations and Communities. ?? ?? March 18 – Chicago, IL ?? April 3 – Washington, D.C. ?? April 23 – Kansas City, MO Join us for insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and career development sessions designed to empower professionals at every stage. Connect with industry leaders, recruiters, and mentors who are shaping the future of insurance. ?? Registration is now open! ?? https://lnkd.in/gde5rcZz #NAAIA2025 #RegionalForums #LeadershipDevelopment #InsuranceIndustry #CareerGrowth #Networking #DiversityInInsurance