We are honored again this year to have Sam Friedman, Editor of the National Underwriter as our guest speaker at our January 29th, 2008 combined IIABSC, CPCU and WINLI dinner. As you know Mr. Friedman is a dynamic, informative speaker who for the past couple of years has given us his top ten predictions for the coming year regarding the insurance industry.

This year, Mr. Friedman is changing the topic to; “Why Is The Insurance Industry Its Own Worst Enemy? A look at the industry's reputation and its impact on the bottom line.” National Underwriter Editor In Chief Sam Friedman looks at how industry bashing at the Federal and State level have cut into profits and made life more difficult for everyone up and down the insurance value chain, including agents and policyholders. He also offers suggestions on how the industry can polish its tarnished image and be more proactive with the media to avoid future PR debacles.

Please join us on the evening of January 29th, 2008 at the Smithtown Sheraton (cocktail hour starts at 6:00 p.m.) for this dinner meeting with our special guest speaker. Looking forward to seeing you there!

George Brooks
Vice President
IIABSC