Independent Insurance Agents of Central Florida Inc

“Sponsorship 16,000 total 16,000”

“Class of activity: education cash contribution: 9,250”

“Office rental taxes and licenses 3,855 investment depreciation 307 expenses office expense 1,729 miscellaneous expense 468 website 12,927 bank and merchant fees 587 board and member meetings 9,440 insurance expense 3,883 advertising 320 invest awards event 3,640 total 37,156”

“Rent security deposit 1,100 1,100 sales tax liability 57 134”

“The organization was established in 1980 as an affiliate of the florida association of insurance agents. The organization was formed for educational purposes and for the exchange of constructive ideas among its members. It also seeks to protect the public from unethical business practices and to assure each member maintains a high standard of ethical conduct. Membership consists of independent agencies which are engaged in the business of property and casualty insurance. The characteristics of an independent agency are: ownership of a book of business, operation on a commission basis, maintaining a good business reputation, and experience and training to represent the types of insurance offered. Associate memberships are available for companies that the members represent and for any business that provides services to the insurance industry. For its members, the organization offers: - monthly luncheon programs to educate the members about current insurance or community issues and provide an opportunity for exchange among the membership. - legislative representation and information to ensure that the independent agent's legislative position is heard and to inform members of important legislative issues. - insurance education seminars to ensure that the members maintain a high level of expertise in the insurance field. For the community, the organization offers: - invest, a high school program, to teach young consumers about the independent insurance agency system and offer scholarships for higher education. - speakers bureau to educate business and individuals about their insurance needs. - storm catastrophe information to keep the community on notice of storm developments and what needs to be done in preparation and response. - community sponsorships to show the organization's support for a variety of community projects.”

“Provide educational and other assistance to the profession of independent insurance agents in the central florida area. The organization has member agencies and associate memberships.”