About Us

Maine State Council History: In 1981, women from across the State of Maine gathered to
form a group composed of representatives of NAIW members of the various associations
within the State. The purpose was to foster better communication between the members of
those associations given the size of the state, provide support to the local associations, and
to keep members informed of what was happening on the regional and national levels.
There were six local associations at the time: Andy Valley, Aroostook, Central Maine,
Downeast, Eastern Maine, and Greater Portland.

About our Association: For more than 60 years NAIW has been serving its member by
providing professional education, an environment in which to build business alliances, and
the opportunity to make connections with people of different career paths in the insurance
and risk management industries.

NAIW International is dedicated to the professional development of its members and the
insurance and risk management industries through innovative education programs and
meetings offered at the local, state, regional, and national levels. Membership is open to
insurance and risk management professionals in all areas of these industries.

NAIW International's diverse membership provides unique opportunities for members to
connect with professionals in all areas and obtain information needed to succeed in our
ever changing industry.

Leadership development is an integral part of NAIW's perpetration of the insurance and
risk management industries. NAIW is recognized for the development of leadership skills
that members utilize with NAIW and their professional careers.

MAINE COUNCIL HORIZON PLAN

Membership Development & Retention
Continue communication with local members to ensure that they see themselves as
members of a greater part of NAIW at the State level through the newsletter and attending
local meetings as necessary.

To share ideas with local associations/members to promote belonging as "good business."

To promote involvement in activities, education, and local & state meetings. To ensure that
meetings and activities offered are of interest to the largest majority of members in order
to preserve continued membership and to enable members to increase their
understanding of the NAIW triangle, which encompasses Fellowship, Education, and
Loyalty.

Education
Offer educational scholarships on the State level and find sponsors for them on an ongoing
basis. Have the education/scholarship committee be responsible for the guidelines,
judging, and donations.

Keep growing as members of the Education Foundation by finding ways to add to our
donation level each year.

Encourage local members and local associations to become members of the Education
Foundation.

Keep information available to members with regards to the scholarships being available
through the Education Foundation - provide instructions on applying for the scholarships.

Set up a State library of NAIW 30 minute programs and other NAIW programs that local
associations may borrow and use on the local level.

Initiate a list of instructors that are available within the State of Maine and the subjects of
seminars and CE courses that they can teach.

Leadership Development
Mentor upcoming officers so they are prepared for their NAIW journey.

Report on all conferences (State, Regional, National, and Mini Board) in the State
newsletter to keep all members informed.

Provide support, guidance and encouragement.

Understand and help associations reach their leadership goals.

Offer the Leadership Development course at Council Weekend or Mini Board.

Strategic Partnering
Encourage more joint meetings between local associations.

Employer letters from the Maine Council.

Increase communication between the Council and the Public Relations Chair at the State
and Local levels.

Corporate Partnering - pursue and develop contracts with NAIW sponsors.

Technology
Work with Local associations that have websites to include Council Officers, State Award
Winners, and Council News.