2023 International Ambassador Program

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Signup Deadline: 04-07-2023
Starts: 10-01-2023
Ends: 09-30-2024
Location: Online Opportunity
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Description:

Each year, The Institutes CPCU Society awards one member from outside the United States with a paid opportunity for in person attendance at the In2Risk Conference through the International Ambassador Program.


    2023-24 INTERNATIONAL AMBASSADOR EXPECTATIONS:
    The selected winner serves as the CPCU Society’s volunteer International Ambassador for one year in an official role, however, once an ambassador, always ambassador!  Expectations and requirements of the selected recipient are:

    1. Attend In2Risk 2023 in person
    2. In the three months following the In2Risk Conference, write an article for the 3iG's quarterly journal, The Informant. Your article must also be submitted to the CPCU Society for inclusion in the Membership Monday weekly newsletter. The article can be on a topic of the Ambassador's choosing, including a technical insurance topic or professional journey. 
    3. In the six months following the In2Risk Conference, conduct two Connections Visits, and submit a feedback form to the CPCU Society.  A Connections visit is a meeting with management of a local company with the goals of understanding their needs and communicating the value CPCU Society membership. Society staff can provide discussion guidance and resources. 

    To Apply to become the 2023 International Ambassador, please sign into Interact and click on the Apply Today button above.

    ELIGIBILITY:
    To become eligible to enter, you must:
    • Reside outside of the United States
    • Be an active dues-paying member of the CPCU Society
    • Not be supported financially by your employer or chapter for the In2Risk Conference expenses *If you can or are receiving financial support from your employer or chapter, we still encourage you to attend In2Risk and connect with us.
    AWARD:
    The winning applicant will receive:
    • Complimentary attendance at In2Risk Oct. 5-7, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
    • Acknowledgement at a general session at In2Risk 2023
    • A travel stipend of up to $4,000
    HOW IT WORKS:
    Those interested will apply for the opportunity on INteract. The application window closes on April 7, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The selection committee will review applicants and select a finalist by May 8, 2023. To apply:
    TESTIMONIAL
    "Being recognized as an International Ambassador helped cement my credibility among my clients and peers as a knowledgeable and committed insurance professional. More importantly, it reinforced in me the importance of paying it forward, by giving me an opportunity and a platform to help my extended network of insurance practitioners and aspirants pursue their goal of professional accreditation."
    – Arun Kumar V, CPCU
    2013 Ambassador, India
    Senior Principal - Business Consulting Services at Infosys 
    Q & A
    1. My country already had an ambassador. Should I still apply? Yes! Every applicant has a fair chance at winning, regardless of whether or not past ambassadors have been selected from their country.
    2. What should applicants do to make sure their applications are considered?The first step is to complete the application in its entirety. Additionally, it is helpful to show your passion for the CPCU Society and/or the insurance industry as a whole. Each candidate should highlight how the CPCU designation and/or membership in the Society has influenced their journey in the insurance industry, including their current position. We understand that experiences and opportunities vary by country, so sharing what the Society represents in different global insurance markets will add tremendous value to an application.
    3. Why did the Society start this program?  The International Ambassador program was started to help CPCU Society members overseas promote the CPCU designation as well as to provide financial support for attending In2Risk in person. It also fosters a platform for international members to share their unique knowledge and know-how in relation to their own insurance markets, countries, and culture. Furthermore, the program encourages all Society members to embrace diversity and share their knowledge in an effort to enhance the CPCU Society as a global organization and community.
    4. If an applicant was not selected, can they still volunteer at Society?Yes! There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with the Society. Also keep in mind that if you are not selected as International Ambassador this year, you can apply again next year. Selecting an ambassador is difficult because the quality of the candidates is so high. To learn more about other Society volunteer opportunities, reach out to any Society staff member or one of the following members of the International Ambassador Committee:
    5. Describe the judging process, please. The judging panel is made up of volunteer leaders with the CPCU Society as well as past International Ambassadors. Each member of the panel deeply values this program and as such takes their responsibility for selecting a winner very seriously. Each individual application is graded on its own merits and the scores are tallied. The candidate with the highest overall score is selected to serve as the next International Ambassador.
    6. Any Final Words?Submitting an application for the International Ambassador program is a great opportunity to get to know dynamic CPCU Society volunteer leaders. So regardless of the outcome, we still strongly encourage you to submit an application and continue to get involved with the global CPCU Society community.

    Volunteers Needed:

    1 (1 open slot)

    Experience Required:

    No Experience Necessary

    Contact:

    Zachary Zalis (he/him)