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The National African American Insurance Association
NAAIA is on a mission to diversify the insurance industry’s talent landscape at every level.
Since 1997, our focus is the professional development and personal empowerment of our members, and to serve as a gateway to diverse talent at every level of the industry.
Through our Partner and Chapter Network, we strive to be the architects of a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and prosper.
The NAAIA Detroit Chapter, recognized as the 2023 NAAIA Chapter of the Year, is dedicated to advancing African-American representation and influence in the insurance industry. Our mission is threefold:
Engage in strategic collaborations that elevate African Americans’ roles and impact within the industry.
Educate and support today’s talent, fostering a pipeline for the next generation through mentoring, sponsorship, education, and networking, all focused on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in career experiences.
Empower the community by building awareness around the importance of insurance through educational initiatives and meaningful alliances.
The NAAIA Detroit Chapter is committed to developing a strong, inclusive future for the insurance industry and the communities we serve.
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North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company
After more than 120 years, the oldest black-owned insurance company in the United States has all but come to an end, and will soon be liquidated.
NC Mutual was founded by several Carolina businessmen who initially sold burial insurance. The firm eventually expanded to 48 U.S. states and created other institutions, including Mechanics and Farmers Bank, according to reports in Spectrum News 1 and the Triangle Business Journal.
North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Co., which began in 1898 and whose iconic headquarters building helps define the Durham skyline, stopped writing new business in 2016. With a heavy debt load, it was placed into rehabilitation two years later, according to local news reports and state regulators.
The rehab and recovery has not succeeded. This week, a Wake County judge approved a petition from state regulators that the 240,000-policy insurer be liquidated. Premiums and claims will be covered by the North Carolina Insurance Guaranty Association, the state Department of Insurance said.
Source: Insurance Journal
Endelea.Studio
Meet Dennis Logan, a distinguished member of the National African American Insurance Association and the visionary behind Endelea.Studio.
With a decade of experience in insurance as an underwriter, wholesale broker, and retail agent, Dennis founded his independent agency, only to discover the challenges of managing a digital presence. In response, he launched Endelea.Studio, a dynamic firm specializing in website design and operational consulting.
Beyond crafting websites, Endelea.Studio guides businesses from idea conception through capital investments and legacy planning. Dennis Logan's vision extends beyond overcoming digital challenges, aiming to empower businesses to thrive seamlessly in both physical and digital realms.
Celebrating innovation and resilience, the National African American Insurance Association acknowledges Dennis Logan as a trailblazer, inspiring members to embrace digital transformation and navigate the evolving landscape of the insurance industry with confidence.
Location:
Kola Restaurant & Ultra Lounge
32523 Northwestern Highway Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Welcome to the NETWORK AFTER-WORK SERIES: INSURANCE 101 event! Join us on Wed Mar 20 2024 at 6:00 PM at Kola Restaurant & Ultra Lounge for an evening of networking and learning about Life, Health, P&C insurance and more. Connect with industry professionals, expand your knowledge, and enjoy a fun and informative event. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow your network and gain valuable insights into the world of insurance. See you there!
Location:
Huntington Tower
2025 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Date:
Tuesday 4.30.24
Time:
8:00am - 10:00am
Location:
Detroit Marriot
Renaissance Center, 400 Renaissance Dr W, Detroit, MI 48243
Date:
Tuesday 4.30.24
Time:
11:00am - 7:30pm