BIP Summer 2025

Letter from the President

Racing ahead: your voice, your future, our journey together

As I step into this role as your president, I’m filled with gratitude, optimism and energy. It’s an honor to lead an organization that means so much to me — and to all of you. Our new theme, Racing Ahead: Your Voice, Your Future, Our Journey Together, builds on the momentum set by Alycia Riedl’s Future Forward vision. She inspired us to look ahead, innovate and embrace what’s next. Now, we pick up speed, advancing as a unified force and ensuring every member’s voice is part of the conversation. While on the Board of Trustees, I’ve had the privilege of traveling across the country, attending events that showcase the vibrancy and strength of our community. NABIP members are engaged, passionate and eager to grow. The enthusiasm is contagious. This year, we’re putting renewed focus on

elevating personal and professional development. Whether you’re a Medicare expert, an individual market strategist or focused on the group market, there will be opportunities designed to meet your unique needs. Lifelong learning is a core value that ensures we’re ready to serve with excellence, ethics and expertise. And as we race ahead, we must remember that our ability to shape the future also depends on advocacy. That’s why contributing to the NABIP PAC is so important. I know that talking about money can feel uncomfortable, but I want to share something personal: I started with $10 a month. Over the years, I’ve increased my contribution because I believe in what we’re doing. Every dollar matters. Every voice counts. It’s not about how much — it’s about being part of something bigger than yourself. If we all show up, even in small ways, our collective impact is tremendous. As your president, I’m guided by the principles of The Leadership Challenge — modeling the way, inspiring a shared vision, challenging the process, enabling others to act and encouraging the heart. These values remind me that leadership is about relationships, trust and the power of people who believe in something bigger than themselves. Here’s to a year of impact, growth and shared success. Let’s race ahead — together.

Learn more about how to contribute to NABIP PAC and how your contributions amplify our mission

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I invite each of you to be part of this journey. Share your voice. Lean into the opportunities ahead. Support one another. Push boundaries.

by visiting nabippac. nabip.org/.

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Susan Rider President, NABIP

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