Industry News September 2019
News, Events, Professional Association Guide, and more!
What's New
GIS Annual Conference:
See you in Dallas!

We look forward to hosting the future of talent next week! More than 600 students and advisors from 60+ schools will join over 400 industry professionals at the insurance talent event of the year. Thank you to our Sustaining Partners, sponsors, and grantors for your support in making this an incredible event! Attendees - please be sure you are receiving emails from Bizzabo (may need to check your spam). For any issues, please contact Devin Li .
Gamma Iota Sigma's Professional Association Guide

Do you represent a professional association within the industry? We want to feature your organization in our newly designed Professional Association Guide - a valuable reference for our 5,000+ students! Please complete this survey by Friday, September 20th.

Questions? Please contact Grace Grant.
Social Media Competition 2019
Help Us Vote!
In preparation for the Annual Conference, chapters create a roll call video highlighting Gamma Iota Sigma and the uniqueness of their chapter. Over the years this has transformed into an annual social media competition where the top videos are presented at the Conference. Please take a moment to watch the 2019 videos and like/comment on your favorite. Check out last year's winning skit from the Eta Chapter at the University of Georgia!
Congratulations, ITC 2019 Student Winners!
Congratulations to the 20 recipients of the ITC 2019 Student Program! These students will be sponsored by InsureTech Connect (ITC) to attend the world's largest insurtech event, offering unparalleled access to the most comprehensive gathering of tech entrepreneurs, investors and insurance industry executives from across the globe.
ITC 2019 Student Program Winners!
Kayla Cecchine, St. Joseph's University Elizabeth Davidson, University of Iowa
Jules Ebwele Mpako, Georgia State University
Bianca Hernandez, St. Mary's University 
Ricardo Melchor, University of Houston-Downtown 
Melissa Navrot, St. Joseph's University
Magda Olivas, St. Mary's University
Ann Pogrebitskiy, University of Nebraska, Lincoln  
Joe Richards, Drake University
Rim Safa, Temple University
Brittany Sievers, Drake University
Brennen Slaney, University of Alabama
Brendan Tarte, St. Joseph's University
Levi Triplo, Illinois State University
Kara Wong, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Gabrielle Pietanza, Seton Hall University
Rhea Philip, University of Waterloo
Shahzain Amin, Georgia State University
Yu Luo, Penn State University
Sustaining Partners Program
INDUSTRY POP QUIZ:

  • Are you committed to a vibrant, diverse talent pipeline?
  • Do you wish to support students as they gain exposure to opportunities throughout the industry?
  • Could you benefit from unparalleled brand visibility and exclusive access to students YEAR-ROUND?

If you answered yes to any of the above, the Sustaining Partners Program could be for you! From the exclusive opportunity to interview on-site at the  Annual Conference to invaluable brand exposure and engagement with a diverse group of elite students of all majors, the SP Program is the best way to support the #FutureofTalent !

Sustaining Partners! Your primary contact should be receiving monthly email updates with important information and deadlines for you to take best advantage of your benefits! Not getting these? Contact Sharla Floyd .
Up Next for Sustaining Partners:
October 8 Virtual Career Fair, scroll down for details
What's Ahead
Welcome New Chapters!

We are thrilled to announce THREE new chapters this month!

Congratulations to the Gamma Mu Chapter at Lansing Community College, Gamma Nu Chapter at Samford University, and Gamma Xi Chapter at Texas Christian University!

Gamma Mu will officially charter as a chapter on September 20, 2019, while Gamma Nu and Gamma Xi will both charter at the Awards Dinner during the Annual Conference!
Global Dive In Festival

September 24-26, 2019
Global Locations

Dive In is the industry's global movement supporting the development of inclusive workplace cultures. #GammaIS thrilled for the Annual International Conference to be a Dive In host site for the 4th year! Dive In Dallas programming includes a Diversity/ ERG Fair, interactive student-led GammaSAID diversity & inclusion sessions , and an inspiring Inclusion Reception. Register for the Dive In Dallas events here or find other events near you!
2nd Annual GammaSAID Unique Week

September 22-28, 2019

Coinciding with the Global Dive In Festival, GIS students throughout North America spring into action and dedicate this week to thoughtful discourse, interactive events, new connections, and a social media campaign promoting diversity and inclusivity within their campus communities.
We invite the industry to join in!
InsureTech Connect

September 23-25, 2019
MGM Grand
Las Vegas, NV

InsureTech Connect is about to kick off! The world’s largest insurtech event offers unparalleled access to the largest and most comprehensive gathering of tech entrepreneurs, investors and insurance industry incumbents from across the globe and will feature the 2nd Annual Student Program, offering meaningful exposure to students interested in this burgeoning segment.
Sustaining Partners Virtual Career Fair!
October 8, 2019
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM ET
Calling all Sustaining Partners! Join us for an exclusive virtual event and additional touch point with students following the Annual Conference. Promote your open internships and entry-level jobs, upcoming scholarships, or other resources. Please email Sharla Floyd to confirm your booth.
Boots on the Ground Month
October 2019

Show up for students by participating in Boots on the Ground Month, a collaborative outreach initiative in support of Insurance Careers Movement. It's EASY and IMPACTFUL : share your story with students at a non-GIS campus near you and help to spread the word about careers in insurance to students who might not know about the possibilities!
Alumni
Resources
Join ALM's New Young Professionals Network
Join ALM's new LinkedIn group: ALM Young Professionals Network and join conversations on how tomorrow's insurance industry leaders can tackle every career milestone. Learn more here.
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Thank You to Our Sustaining Partners!
These industry thought leaders have made a significant commitment to invest in students and ensure a vibrant future for the world of insurance!
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Noelle Codispoti
Chief Executive Officer

Sharla Floyd
Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives

Grace Grant
Senior Vice President, Chapter Operations

Alyssa Bouchard
Director, Education & Programming

Tandeka Nomvete
Director, Chapter Engagement

Devin Li
Coordinator
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