Has the Insurance Industry Diversified Its Leadership?
Learn how CLM CEO Ronna Ruppelt thinks the industry has changed over the decades for women since she first entered the world of insurance, and why the work isn’t quite done yet. Insurance Business magazine sat down with Ruppelt to ascertain her thoughts on the industry and how it’s doing with lifting up women. Ruppelt comes from the birds-eye seat of having been a woman entering the industry decades ago and seeing the changes that have occurred as well as knowing where change is still needed.
Besides her “woman in insurance” viewpoint, Ruppelt shares her thoughts on how leadership skill building needs to be actionable as developing those skills in a vacuum doesn’t allow for them to be put into practice. She also points out that reverse mentorship is a valuable tool as a newer demographic enters the workforce. One can learn much from those with a different perspective and we need to be open to that. Read the full article and get a glimpse into Ruppelt’s thinking from a decades-long career.
CLM Magazine will kick off Women’s History Month with its March editionwhere it will celebrate women in insurance in departments throughout the issue.
Calling All Illinois Attorneys Needing To Complete DEI Requirement
Do you still need to complete your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) requirement for the Illinois bar professional responsibility element? We’ve got you covered with this virtual session where the presenters will address how to: recognize and address biases; foster a more inclusive and equitable environment; and align the profession with principles of justice and equality. Presenters will also balance the DEI conversation with helping you strengthen your own education, highlighting opportunities for mentorship, and maintaining client relationships. Join Dan Costello, managing partner at Costello Ginex & Wideikis, PC; Amy Cole-Smith, director of diversity at The Institutes; and Judge Rossana Fernandez, of the Cook County Circuit Court, for “Shining a Light: Recognizing and Addressing Bias in the Legal Profession” on Friday, May 17 from 12 to 1pm CT. Click here for more information and to register.
Need Another Reason to Attend the 2024 Annual Conference?
Let’s get the party started as Justin Willman, star and creator of the hit Netflix series Magic For Humans, melts your brain—in a good way! Justin is a magician and comedian whose live show is simultaneously mind-blowing and hilarious. It will likely keep you up at night wondering how any of it was possible. So grab a complimentary cocktail and get ready to laugh. After the show, Justin will be available for a meet and greet and photos.
We’ll also be shining a light on our Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Caryn Siebert as well as announcing the winners of our Professional of the Year Awards as part of the keynote session before we head across the street to City View at Metreon for the Taste of San Francisco Kickoff Party. For more information and to register for the 2024 Annual Conference, click here.
LMI: A Designation and Up to 24 CE/CLE Credits Too
Join CLM in Chicago June 6-9, 2024, for Litigation Management Institute (LMI). This year, CLM returns to the Loyola University Chicago School of Law for its focused executive education experience. LMI bridges the gap between legal theory and litigation strategy balanced with the business aspects of litigation management. Students spend three days on campus interacting with a cohort of no more than 100 classmates all working towards the Certified Litigation Management Professional (CLMP) designation. Participants often tell us that they found great value in the group interactions and formed ongoing professional relationships with their team.
Registration is now open and is strictly limited to 100 students. For more information and to register, click here.
CLM Claims Career Center: Helpful Resource for Job Seekers
Looking for a new job? Dusting off and updating your résumé? Getting ready for an interview? Then CLM has resources for you to peruse. The CLM Claims Career Center is a compilation of all career-related articles written by Roger Lear, co-founder of Great Insurance Jobs. Lear is a regular contributor to CLM Magazine for everything from the job search, through résumé-building, making the job change, how to get ahead in the industry, and general advice. Take a look and good luck!