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Rookieof the Year

The Rookie of the Year is anaward to recognize the accomplishments of a new member who has made significant contributions to IAIP within the first 24-months of joining the association. It recognizes participation in association affairs, completion of selected insurance courses and involvement in industry activities.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Active member in good standing in the International Association of Insurance Professionals.
  • The eligibility period shall consist of a 24-month period from the date (month/year) the member joined IAIP. Award application must be made within the 12-months following the eligibility period (24-month period from the date (month/year) the member joined IAIP).
  • Reinstated members are not eligible.
  • Members with dual memberships are eligible only as a representative of their association of record.
  • Previous regional and international winners are not eligible to compete for the same award.

Judging Criteria

Judging is based on typed submissions from the candidates. Complete answers are required for each question/award criteria. All activities and other information submitted by the candidate on the application form must have occurred during the applicant’s time as an IAIP member.The categories of consideration include:

  • IAIP Involvement
  • Education
  • Employment History
  • Essay

Submission Instructions

  • Send the completed application via email to the regional vice president by the end of business day on November 15. (Deadlines are strictly enforced.)
  • Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
  • Applications must be completed in their entirety; if it does not apply or there is no information available for that section state: N/A.
  • Only typed submissions will be considered. Hand-written applications will not be reviewed for award consideration.
  • If necessary, attach typed supplemental sheets to detail information required.
  • The regional vice president is responsible for confirming the eligibility of the nominee, the length of the essay, and that all information is included within the application or on the supplemental attachments.

Regional Judging Process

Award applications are first reviewed at the Regional level. The regional vice president does the following:

  • Appoints a committee of three IAIP members familiar with the goals and objectives of the association to evaluate the candidates and select the winner of the regional award. This committee judges the following award categories: Rookie and Young New Professional.
  • Sends the Activity Summary Form and essay from each candidate to each judge, with a scoring sheet.
  • Specifies the date by which the judges must return the forms to the regional vice president.
  • The judges score the Activity Summary Forms and essays as indicated on the scoring sheet. The regional vice president verifies the addition of the point totals for each candidate.
  • If a tie occurs, the highest “IAIP involvement” points are used to determine the winner.
  • Each regional vice president submits the completed and signed application to the president-elect and executive director for the regional award winner. This information should be sent as soon as possible after the winner is selected. It must be received no later than end of business day on January 15.
  • IMPORTANT: Under no circumstance should the completed judge’s forms ever be shown or given to the contestants or any other member. The judges’ forms must be destroyed immediately after the winner is determined.

International Judging Process

  • The regional winners compete for the international award.
  • The president-elect appoints a committee of three IAIP members to judge the entries and select the international winner. This committee judges the following award categories: Rookie and Young New Professional.

Questions?

If you have any questions, contact us!

IAIP Executive Director

800.766.6249 ext.1

Application Checklist

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Section 1: Candidate Information

 Section 2: IAIP Involvement

 Section 3: Education

 Section 4: Other Achievements

 Section 5: Employment History

Section 6: Essay

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Section 1

Candidate Information

Name / Member ID
(Name as it is to appear on the award, if selected)
Designations
(Note: for award winners, only the first three designations will be engraved on the award due to space limitations)
Mailing Address
City, State, Zip
Email / Home Phone
Company / Work Phone
Local Association / Region
Member at Large
Year Joined IAIP / Year Entered Insurance Industry

Section 2

IAIP Involvement

Include only those activities that occurred during the 24-month period from the date (month/year) of joining IAIP. (If needed, expand the tables or attach additional sheets with the details)

IAIP Offices & Committees
List each elected office, committee chair and committee membership position held with dates of services. Specify local, council, regional or international level.
Level
Local/Council/Regional/International / Position
Officer/Chair/Member / Committee / Dates of Service
IAIP Conferences & Conventions
List the regional meetings and international conventions attended during the 24-month period from the date(month/year) of joining.

Section 3

Education

List the following education achievements that occurred during the 24-month period from the date (month/year) of joining IAIP.(If needed, expand the tables or attach additional sheets with the details)

IAIP Education

List specific titles and dates of any IAIP course that you have completed.

Title of Program / Date(s)

Industry Education

List program name, date, duration and sponsoring organization of each insurance and/or field-specificeducation program(of at least two hours length) that you have attended.

Title of Program / Date(s) / Length of Course / Sponsoring Organization

Degrees & Designations

List any degrees or designations that you have earned or working towards earning. There is no time restriction so list all that apply.

Degree or Designation / Date Earned or Anticipated Completion Date / Institution/Sponsoring Organization

Section 4

Other Achievements

List any other activities, achievements, or associations you have participated in that you feel reflect your dedication to IAIP and the insurance industry.

Section 5

Employment History

Indicate insurance employment (list most recent first). (If needed, expand the table or attach additional sheets with employment details)

Dates of Employment / Employer / Position(s) Held

Section 6

Essay

In the space below, prepare an essay up to 500 words that includes the following:

  • a brief description of your job including responsibilities
  • professional accomplishments and your future career goals
  • a description of how your membership, participation, and involvement in IAIP has helped you since joining
  • contributions you have made to your local association, if applicable

I certify that the above statements are true and are made in full compliance with the IAIP Code of Ethics.

Signature of Candidate / Date