irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0QUARTERLY PERIODICAL, WEBSITE UPDATES AND GRANTS TO CHAPTERS FOR EDUCATION OF THE MEMBERSHIP REGARDING INDUSTRY ADVANCES FOR THE DETECTION OF INSURANCE FRAUD.
- #2 $0ADMINISTRATION OF CERTIFICATION TESTS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Conference and Awards
Hosts an annual conference to recognize industry excellence through awards including Investigator of the Year, Analyst of the Year, and Public Service Award.
Certified Insurance Fraud Analyst (CIFA)
Accreditation program for analysts demonstrating comprehensive knowledge in all aspects of fraud analysis, with requirements for ethics and continuing professional education.
Certified Insurance Fraud Investigator (CIFI)
Accreditation program for investigators demonstrating specialized skills in detecting, investigating, and deterring insurance fraud, requiring adherence to ethical standards and continuing education.
Certified Insurance Fraud Representative (CIFR)
Recognition program for claim representatives actively involved in fraud detection and working with Special Investigation Units (SIUs).
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Insurance & Risk Management Professional Development 4 activities
- Administers professional certification programs in insurance fraudOffers and administers certification programs including Certified Insurance Fraud Investigator (CIFI), Certified Insurance Fraud Analyst (CIFA), and Certified Insurance Fraud Representative (CIFR), requiring adherence to ethical standards and continuing education for recertification.
- Hosts professional development events for fraud investigation professionalsOrganizes an annual conference, regional chapter events such as the NEIASIU Annual Seminar, and international seminars including the IASIU Europe Seminar to support education and networking in insurance fraud investigation.
- Produces educational publications for membersProvides a free quarterly subscription to SIU Today magazine and Fraud News Weekly, and publishes regular website updates to inform members about advances in detecting insurance fraud, legal updates, and legislative developments.
- Recognizes excellence in insurance fraud investigationHosts an annual IASIU Awards program to recognize individuals for outstanding investigative services in combating insurance fraud.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Delivers webinars and on-demand training for membersOffers live and archived webinars through a monthly series, on-demand courses via NICTA, and exam preparation webinars to support member education and certification readiness.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Engages volunteers in event and chapter operationsRelies on volunteers to staff the Board of Directors, committees, chapter leadership, and annual events, and involves them in organizing educational programs, golf outings, and meeting registration.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Facilitates member networking and recruitmentMaintains an online directory connecting over 4,100 professionals from more than 600 insurance and self-insured companies globally, and allows members to post job openings to access a skilled talent pool.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Operates regional chapters to support local SIU communitiesMaintains 44 regional chapters to strengthen local Special Investigation Unit (SIU) communities and enable connection through digital platforms and in-person meetings.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Provides governance and strategic oversight through Board and committeesOperates under governance by a Board of Directors, Committees, and Task Forces structured by Constitution and Bylaws; the Board defines mission, vision, strategic plan, and policies, while committees collaborate to implement actions aligned with the organization’s mission.
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
- Provides legislative and advocacy support for membersOffers legislative support services and information on current anti-fraud legislation to assist members in advocacy and compliance efforts.
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Flexible Grants to Grassroots Organizations 1 activity
- Supports chapter-led educational and outreach activities through grantsFunds regional chapters via grants to support educational programs on detecting insurance fraud and finances Antifraud Public Outreach grants for public awareness and legislative advocacy initiatives led by chapters.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.59M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.56M98%
Investment income$29K2%
Other revenue$418
expenses
Total expenses$1.42M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$19K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.59M
Cash$554K
Investments$1.00M
Liabilities$246K
Net assets$1.35M
Liquid reserves13.2 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +32.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 14
- AIMEE STIDHAM — VICE PRESIDENT
- ANGELA PAWLIKOWSKI — SECRETARY
- CELESTE DODSON — PRESIDENT
- DAVID DAVICH — DIRECTOR (THRU AUGUST)
- EDWARD LOPEZ — DIRECTOR
- GEOFF KEAH — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY SCHMERSAHL — TREASURER
- JESSE LOPEZ — DIRECTOR (THRU MAY)
- JULI HYDE — DIRECTOR (FROM AUGUST)
- KELLY MORRIS — DIRECTOR (FROM AUGUST)
- MARGARET FLEMING — DIRECTOR (THRU AUGUST)
- NICHOLE SORIANO — DIRECTOR
- NICOLE MANN — DIRECTOR
- SKEE MCALLISTER — DIRECTOR (FROM AUGUST)
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Chapters Partner — Provides grants to chapters for educational programming related to insurance fraud detection.
- Coalition Against Insurance Fraud Partner — Provides Fraud News Weekly to IASIU members through a partnership.
- Coalition Against Insurance Fraud Partner — Recognizes individuals from the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud through its awards program.
- Colorado Attorney Generals Office Partner — Collaborates on multi-jurisdictional investigations and has members recognized by IASIU Awards.
- Facebook Partner — Offers login integration via Facebook for user authentication on the website.
- Federal Bureau of Investigation Partner — Recognized for collaboration on multi-jurisdictional investigations through the IASIU Awards program.
- Hiscox USA Partner — Partner organization represented on the IASIU Chapters Committee.
- Jeffrey Rapattoni Government — Legal counsel for IASIU, available to address antitrust compliance concerns during meetings and activities.
- LinkedIn Partner — Offers login integration via LinkedIn for user authentication on the website.
- NICTA Partner — Provides on-demand courses and webinars to IASIU members.
- National Insurance Crime Bureau Partner — Collaborates with NICB on multi-jurisdictional investigations and recognizes individuals from NICB through the IASIU Awards program.
- Nebraska Department of Insurance Partner — Collaborates on multi-jurisdictional investigations and has members recognized by IASIU Awards.
- Utah Insurance Fraud Division Partner — Recognized for collaboration on multi-jurisdictional investigations through the IASIU Awards program.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Member-Driven Volunteer Engagement for Industry Advancementmethodology: member-driven-volunteer-engagementBy engaging members as volunteers in committees and knowledge-sharing activities, the organization expands professional networks and builds collective capacity, because active participation fosters skill development, ownership of mission, and broader dissemination of best practices.
- Professional Certification as Standardization Mechanismmethodology: professional-certificationBy offering professional certifications (CIFA, CIFI, CIFR), the organization raises industry-wide standards in fraud investigation, because standardized training and credentialing ensure consistent practices and increase public and institutional trust in investigator competence.
- Professional Network for Fraud Preventionmethodology: professional-network-for-fraud-preventionBy building a global network of fraud investigators, the organization enhances anti-fraud effectiveness through shared knowledge, professional development, and collaborative practices, because collective expertise and peer connections improve detection and response capabilities.