The Association of Professional Insurance Women Inc. (APIW) said today that it is seeking nominations for its 2008 Insurance Woman of the Year Award.
Maryanne Sherman, president of the association, said the award will be presented at APIW's annual Woman of the Year cocktail reception in June.
Ms. Sherman noted in a statement that the award has been given to an outstanding woman in the insurance industry since 1976 and is “recognized as one of the most prestigious awards offered to women insurance professionals.”
Candidates should be women of exceptional achievement who have:
o Reached a high level of professional achievement in their careers in the insurance industry.
o Demonstrated a strong commitment to APIW's core values, which are leadership, mentoring, helping women advance their careers and professional education.
o Made substantial contributions to the insurance industry and to women within the industry.
Nomination packets are available online at www.apiw.org or through Susan Barros, APIW executive administrator, at 212-867-0228, or via e-mail scb@thebeaumontgroup.com.
Additional information on the award is available from Laurie A. Kamaiko, APIW immediate past president and chairwoman of the nominating committee, at 212-912-2768, or lkamaiko@eapdlaw.com.
Nomination forms must be submitted by Jan. 31, APIW said.
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