The Barbie movie, Emerging Leaders Conference nominations and talent updates!

Check out the clever insurance and talent connections with the blockbuster Barbie movie! The Erie Insurance Group blog post, "Livin’ the Dream is Better with a Bundle" takes a look at what it would cost to insure "A dreamhouse that in the real world would cost more than $2.5 million, a pink customized convertible, 30-foot customized motorhome, and so much more." and the power of bundling your insurance!

The funny @Progressive Barbie commercials had a great play on words about their secret client and we know you "Ken" save money when you bundle!

An industry leader is also connecting talent challenges such as burnout and fatigue to the fantastic Barbie movie! Alanna Schultz, senior vice president, head of sales and client management, Swiss Re Corporate Solutions shares insights about the “profound and universal message about women’s experiences” in the What Barbie can teach us about supporting women in the workplace article in Insurance Business.

As the calendar turns to September, the insurance industry is highly focused on talent and the new shape of work. @TheJacobsonGroup and @Ward, part of Aon plc recently released the findings of their 3rd Quarter Insurance Labor Market Survey. Key highlights include:

·?????? Carriers are navigating the evolving market amid a strong and stable talent landscape. Industry unemployment remains low and job openings are elevated compared to pre-pandemic numbers.

·?????? Currently, 92% of companies offer a hybrid model to their employees, followed by 68% with full-time remote. 54% offer flexible work hours.

·?????? During the next 6 months, 65% of companies expect their employees in the office at least one day a week (hybrid). After the next 6 months, 19% are expecting to change their approach to require employees to be in-office more

As the work landscape continues to rapidly evolve, industry organizations are collaborating and are providing vibrant initiatives and events to attract, engage, and retain employees. Check out the updates below!

Nominations are open for the 2024 Emerging Leaders Conference!

Nominations are open for the 2024 Emerging Leaders Conference! The Emerging Leaders Conference, now in its sixth year, is a unique way to recognize and support the rising stars in your organization. Hosted by the Insurance Careers Movement, the American Property Casualty Insurance Association , and AM Best , the Emerging Leaders Conference can help your top talent develop professionally and personally. If selected for the 2024 Class of Emerging Leaders, they will join a cohort of the industry’s best and brightest, learn from insurance executives, network with industry leaders, and return to your company inspired. The 2024 Emerging Leaders Conference will be held February 4 – 6, 2024 at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the River Walk. The Emerging Leaders Conference is a vibrant component of February Insurance Careers Month. Complete this brief form to nominate a rising star today! The nomination deadline is October 31, 2023.

Click here?for FAQ or contact Marguerite Tortorello, Executive Director, Insurance Careers Movement at?[email protected]?or Steve Cline, APCIA VP, Communications, at?[email protected]. Join the Insurance Careers Movement, APCIA and AM Best in supporting and inspiring rising stars by serving as a sponsor for the Emerging Leaders Conference. Contact Ashley Solovy Jaffe, APCIA Assistant Vice President, Meetings Management,? at?[email protected]?for information on sponsorship opportunities and?click here?to view the sponsorship brochure. Check out what a members of the Emerging Leaders Class of 2023 said about the conference! "This conference was an amazing experience. I'm grateful to have been a part of it. The networking, learning opportunities and exposure to senior level management is priceless."

Upcoming Events & News

Mercer – Winning the talent game with Total Rewards, The New Shape of Work Webinar

Join Mercer for the Winning the talent game with Total Rewards webinar on September 7 at 12:00 pm ET! In today's competitive business landscape, finding and keeping exceptional talent is more crucial than ever. Join Mercer for a conversation with SAP’s Senior Vice President and Global Head Total Rewards, Chetna Singh and delve into the total reward strategies, insights, and best practices for attracting and retaining the best minds in the industry. Let's uncover the secrets to building a total rewards strategy that enables not only your workforce, but your business, to thrive. Register now!

National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research Webinar – Playing Marco Polo with Insurance Talent A Reinvented Recruitment Strategy

Join the National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research Emerging Talent Programs Director,?Noelle Codispoti, for an engaging 1-hour webinar on September 6 at 10:45 am CT where they explore how the timeless game of Marco Polo can inspire fresh, effective approaches to talent engagement and recruitment within the insurance industry. Noelle will guide you through an exploration of strategies that bridge the gap between traditional recruitment practices and innovative programs, inspiring the next generation of industry talent to embark on a career in risk and insurance. Register today!

RISE POP-UP Events Start in Texas!

Get ready, Austin! The RISE (Rising Star Insurance Executives) Pop-Up road trip begins with you, and in the heart of Texas, everything’s bigger and better. We’re delivering the energy of RISE right to your doorstep! Join RISE at The Austin Selfie Museum on Wednesday, September 27, from 8-11pm. Featuring interactive exhibits and striking backdrops, get ready to capture moments that last a lifetime with fellow insurance pros in your local community! Ready to hit the road with us? Register now to claim your spot.?You must be a RISE member to register.

Spencer Educational Foundation

Spencer recently shared a great student opportunity on LinkedIn: The?RIMS Western Regional Conference?is offering complimentary registration for students who volunteer at the upcoming event which will be held October 4-6 in Vail, CO! This is a great opportunity to learn about risk management from industry experts, network with other students, and get involved in a professional organization. To apply, please complete the form here:?https://lnkd.in/gEZvPV_8?Learn more about the conference here:?https://lnkd.in/gX-DC7zZ

Calling Risk Managers! Spencer internship grant applications are open until October 15! Risk managers, apply today for grant funding to hire a 2024 intern!

Save the date! NAAIA Annual National Conference, October 10-12, 2023

Save the date for the 2023 NAAIA Annual National Conference, Empowering Excellence: Tomorrow’s Risks are Today’s Opportunities which will be held October 10-12 in Columbus, Ohio. Join NAAIA to build relationships, network and deep industry knowledge through intentionally designed spaces. The Conference features industry-led keynotes, presenters, panel discussions and incredible workshops. Learn more!

The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers Foundation Awards $395,000 in Academic Scholarships!

The Council Foundation recently announced that it is awarding $395,000 in academic scholarships to 81?college students interested in pursuing careers in insurance brokerage. Each intern selected will receive between $2,500 and $5,000 toward their college education. Since 2017, The Council Foundation Scholarship program has successfully awarded over $2 million to 430 interns. Notably, 47 percent of scholarship recipients have transitioned into their first job within the insurance industry. The Foundation’s scholarship program partners with leaders of internship programs at Council member firms, with the goal of eventually bringing these students on full time, and/or retaining them in the commercial insurance brokerage sector.?

IICF Share the Warmth Coat Drive

@IICF (Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation)?is excited to?Share the Warmth?this fall! Through Thanksgiving,?IICF?will be hosting an industry-wide coat drive, benefiting?One Warm Coat. Shelter from the elements is a basic need. Currently 37 million, or 11% of all Americans are living in poverty and struggling to afford basic necessities. One Warm Coat believes each person's right to shelter from the elements and is committed to sharing warmth, one coat at a time.?Join IICF as an individual or gather your colleagues to collect new and gently used coats to warm our neighbors in need! Together, as a united industry we can share the warmth! Learn more!

Talent Insights

What Barbie can teach us about supporting women in the workplace, Insurance Business, August 16, 2023

The Jacobson Group and Ward, part of Aon plc (NYSE: AON), conducted a study to investigate hiring trends within the insurance industry. Click here for the findings of an Insurance Labor Market Survey conducted in the third quarter of 2023.

Reskilling in the Age of AI: Five new paradigms for leaders-and employees, Harvard Business Review, September-October 2023

A Return-to-Office Plan That Employees Actually Like, Wall Street Journal, August 26-27, 2023