BIP Winter 2024

WINTER 2024

Official magazine of NABIP

NABIP Shaping the future of healthcare

Volume 71 No.3

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Elizabeth Galentine elizabeth.galentine@contentovation.com

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26 A force of influence NABIP PAC and its leaders, like PAC Chair Joshua Haberman, are driving change through strategic giving, bipartisan collaboration and the power of personal stories to secure a strong voice in Washington, D.C. 32 Broker Voices: Mark Gaunya Longtime NABIP member Mark Gaunya shares his journey from industry insider to advocate, using decades of experience to simplify healthcare and drive impactful solutions for clients. 34 2025 regional outlook NABIP’s regional leaders share plans to streamline operations, drive membership growth and foster leadership continuity to strengthen the association in the new year.

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The opinions expressed in this magazine are not necessarily endorsed by NABIP nor does the magazine assume responsibility for statements made in advertisements or published articles. Send editorial submissions to: bip Editor, 999 E Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20004. bip (ISSN 2475-5826, publication no. 238660), 2024, volume 71, number 3 Published 4 times per year (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) by the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals, 999 E Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C., 20004. $25 annual subscription price is included in NABIP member dues. Periodical postage paid at Washington, D.C., and additional mailing offices.

On the cover: photography by David Ellis