Welcome to CAHIP Connection!

March 2026

Spring is here and CAHIP's calendar is in full bloom!

Here is the link to the next Farm Team meeting, a live zoom where you can ask questions to learn more about our leadership development and volunteer opportunities.

Here is the link to all of our local chapters if you want to raise your hand to see how you can help.

Here is the link to our brand new Emerging Leaders Program, if you want to get to the next level in your career this is for you!

If you want to join a #CAHIPTrailTalk, see if one is coming to you here.

See you at Capitol Summit in May!

With gratitude,

Dawn McFarland, CAHIP President

Irma Romero, CAHIP VP of Membership

Check out this month's Member Value Moment video with CAHIP's President Dawn McFarland - the DEEP DIVE into why more than just your membership matters with NABIP Secretary/Treasurer Keith Wallace.

CLICK ABOVE TO WATCH VIDEO

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Legislation

Awards & Recognition

Communications

Public Affairs

Corporate Relations

Professional Development

Finance

Membership

Medicare

Farm Team

CAHIP PAC

Community Outreach

The CAHIP Emerging Leaders Program is OPEN for applications!

Registration is open and sponsorship opportunities are available for CAHIP's Annual Capitol Summit in Sacramento!

CAHIP Capitol Summit brings together agents and insurance professionals to combine legislative advocacy with professional development. Agents will be provided with unique opportunities to engage directly with state legislators, advocate for CAHIP's priorities, network, and discuss key industry issues. A full day of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and workshops will be followed by a day lobbying Capitol Hill in Sacramento.

BE PART OF OUR VOICE

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE!

We are deeply disappointed to see single-payer legislation reintroduced in California (in the form of AB 1900) because it would take away the coverage millions of Californians rely on today — including employer-sponsored insurance, Covered California plans, and Medicare. Californians deserve solutions that strengthen and improve coverage — not false promises that disrupt care and eliminate choice. CAHIP opposes CA single-payer bill AB 1900 and remains a member of the Protect California Health Care Coalition.

CAHIP is prepared to defend our clients access to care including the valuable advocacy services of their agent. Please watch your email in the coming weeks for additional information and grassroots advocacy efforts via Operation Shout! 

Registration is now open for CAHIP Capitol Summit in May -- join us to lobby and together share our voice.

Thank you to our CAHIP PAC donors for your generosity and support. Your contributions allow us to advocate for a better healthcare system for all Californians.

CAHIP welcomes our new members!

Thank you for choosing our community!

Do you know someone interested in joining CAHIP? Invite them to join now. You can find the membership application here.

Great producers don’t just sell insurance—they elevate the industry!  

🌟 If you’re a top producer, passionate about excellence, and dedicated to serving your clients at the highest level, then the Leading Producers Round Table (LPRT) is for YOU!

🏆 Why Join LPRT?

Being an LPRT qualifier isn’t just about recognition (though there’s plenty of that! 🏅). It’s about belonging to an elite group of insurance professionals who set the bar for success. Here’s what you get:

✅ Exclusive Discounts on NABIP National events 🎟️

✅ Recognition on NABIP’s website, magazine, and more 📣

✅ Quarterly Masterclasses with top industry leaders 🎓

✅ Networking & Social Events to connect with fellow trailblazers 🤝

🎧 Want to hear why LPRT is a game-changer?

🎙️ Listen to this short audio message from former LPRT Chair Sam Nigro sharing his compelling reasons for joining! 

📋 Ready to apply?

📝 Application: Click here

🎯 More Info: LPRT Benefits

You’ve worked hard to be at the top—now it’s time to be recognized for it! 

Join the best. Become an LPRT member today! 🚀

Pat Stiffler/Membership Recognition Chair, Orange County, CAHIP

NABIP LPRT Committee

Earning the Registered Employee Benefits Consultant® (REBC®) designation elevates your credibility as a professional. The field of employee benefits continues to evolve rapidly. A year does not go by without new government regulations, new or modified coverages, and new techniques for controlling benefit costs. To best serve their clients, professionals need to have a current understanding of the provisions, advantages, and limitations associated with each type of benefit or program as a method for meeting economic security.

NABIP's Leadership Academy assists chapter leaders and members to become better leaders in life and NABIP. This 12-module program provides a wide variety of topics touching on many areas to provide students with a well-rounded experience. Programming can be done through attending pre-recorded programming, by attending monthly webinars or as a mix of the two formats. The live programming schedule will be published in September. 

The Leadership Academy is open to all active NABIP members. There is no fee for participation. Academy graduates will receive an electronic button to identify and promote their accomplishment. Graduates, who complete the program by May 15, will be eligible for a discounted Annual Convention registration and will be recognized during NABIP's Annual Convention.



The Leadership Academy curriculum is comprised of 12 modules. The student gets to determine between live or pre-recorded modules .

The Academy year is July 1 through June 30. To ensure relevant content, modules may change from year to year. For this reason, students are highly encouraged to complete their studies in the 12-month cycle.

THANK YOU TO OUR ANNUAL SPONSORS

DIAMOND SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

FRIENDS OF CAHIP