Leadership Through Participation

Offers and manages a CLP certification program requiring completion of coursework, attendance at industry events, and an online ADR module. Processes applications, collects fees, and conferred the designation on 13 individuals in 2024.

Submits comments and testimony to the NAIC Restructuring Working Group through its Regulatory Committee to influence policy affecting runoff companies.

Operates a committee structure managed by member volunteers and co-chaired by board members to lead various organizational and professional development initiatives.

Provides $5,000 in grants annually to support activities in the legacy insurance and reinsurance sector, as documented in 2020 and 2022.

Organizes 7 to 9 annual education and networking events, including the Commutation and Networking Event and the Transactions Forum, with in-person and virtual participation. In 2024, hosted 7 events comprising 29 education sessions and 245 in-person and 35 virtual attendees at the October Transactions Forum.

Produces the AIRROC Update newsletter, AIRROC Matters magazine, annual reports (2021–2025), and maintains a library of 108 on-demand video sessions. Published 99 new articles in AIRROC Update in 2024 and offers on-demand educational modules for members.

Maintains a formal Dispute Resolution Procedure (DRP), a searchable public directory of certified arbitrators and mediators, Pre-Set Neutral Panels, and provides assistance in resolving impasses in arbitrator selection. Also updates DRP guidelines and promotes dispute resolution offerings through educational sessions.

Produces the "NextGen" and "The Legacy Life" podcasts with 26 episodes and nearly 4,000 downloads, co-hosts intern events with ReUnder 40’s attended by nearly 100 student interns, and offers a scholarship program for emerging professionals in the legacy insurance sector.

Offers CAE credits through approved professional development activities for certification and recertification; provides members with a 20% discount on CAE Prep Courses via a partnership with MSAE.

Develops categories and criteria for the Synergy Awards, solicits nominations, evaluates nominees, and recommends honorees to the Board of Directors.

Works to increase, attract, and retain membership with a focus on diversity and inclusion, ensuring members feel welcome and supported.

Operates Meet NY, a client and customer showcase to help members build new business relationships; hosts an annual networking event for association and nonprofit leaders, meetings professionals, and hospitality partners, culminating in a Broadway theatre outing.

Maintains a job board where association professionals can find job openings and employers can post listings.

Distributes the InView newsletter featuring expert columns such as Ask the Experts, Legal News, and ASAE Corner; provides opportunities for individuals to contribute articles to the publication.

Offers members discounts including up to 10% off eligible Delta Airlines flights and free access to conference space in Kellen’s offices in Washington, DC, Chicago, and Brussels.

Offers no-cost or reduced-rate access to educational programs, webinars, and events tailored to early-career, mid-manager, and C-suite association professionals; identifies member educational needs and develops targeted programming with oversight of allied committees.

Provides guidance on artificial intelligence technologies and best practices; serves as an expert resource for trade associations and professional societies in the Metro New York area.

Produces the American Advertising Awards Show, an annual event that includes planning, judging, venue and sponsor coordination, and presentation of awards such as the Silver Award, Up & Coming Award, and Trailblazer Award to recognize outstanding achievement in advertising and design.