SPENCER RESOURCES

At Spencer, we believe in supporting the future of risk management and insurance by providing a wide range of resources. Our goal is to help the next generation of leaders in this industry thrive. See below for information on RMI industry events, virtual webinars, job opportunities, professional associations, and more.

Upcoming RMI Events

If you are a Spencer Scholar or alumni, contact us for details on how to attend SOME OF THE BELOW events at no registration cost.

Student Financial Wellness Guide

This comprehensive guide dives into critical aspects of financial wellness, covering topics like Effective Budgeting Techniques, Understanding Student Loans and Repayment Options, Saving Strategies, and Navigating Financial Aid.

Designed to empower students with the tools and knowledge needed for sound financial management, the guide addresses the challenges students face and offers practical solutions to foster financial resilience and independence.

Click HERE for valuable insights and strategies to enhance your financial wellness now and in the future!

E-Newsletters

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Virtual Campus

College students, Recent Graduates, and High Schoolers are highly encouraged to join our Spencer Virtual Campus!

These free virtual sessions are a powerful educational and networking tool.

Learn more and register for upcoming sessions HERE.

Resume Books

Our highly coveted Spencer Resume Books are exclusively released in July to our top donor partners.

This curated group of students represents some of the best and brightest students joining the RMI industry. We provide access to a detailed listing of these students that can be sorted by geography, class standing, demographics, and other key data points for convenient recruiting.

Full details HERE.

 

RMI Industry Associations & Organizations Guide

    • Dedicated to the professional development of Asian Pacific Islanders in the insurance industry through mentorship, networking, continuing education, and social awareness.

    • Cost: Free

    • https://www.aainsurance.org/

    • The Actuarial Foundation's mission is to unleash the power of math education and transform futures by leveraging the talents and resources of the actuarial community. Our vision is a future where everyone experiences confidence and opportunities available through math proficiency.

    • Cost: Free

    • https://actuarialfoundation.org/

    • Rising stars in the insurance industry are nominated by their companies and a select group is then chosen to attend, learn, and be inspired by subject matter experts and industry leaders. Co-hosted by APCIA, Insurance Careers Movement, and AM Best.

    • Cost: Free

    • https://www.apci.org/events/conferences/

    • APIW is an association committed to the career advancement of women insurance professionals.   

    • Cost: Associate $75 per year | Regular $150 per year

    • https://www.apiw.org/cpages/home

    • Founded in 1932, ARIA is a scholarly association devoted to the study of and promotion of risk and insurance economics. Our membership is comprised of academics, scholars, professionals and industry veterans. Together, through conferences, publications, and recognition, we are a community committed to provide for the mutual association of persons with an interest to study in risk and insurance, to improve the public’s understanding of how risk can be more effectively managed, and to support the adoption of new findings by the risk management profession.

    • Cost: $32 for Students | $140 for Regular/Professional Members

    • https://www.aria.org/

    • CAIA is dedicated to promoting the interests and concerns of Chinese American insurance professionals.

    • Cost: $50 per year

    • https://www.caiaus.org/

    • Providing education, mentoring, and networking opportunities for Insurance, Risk Management, Human Resources, and Workers’ Compensation professionals.

    • Cost: Free

    • https://hirma.org/

    • The Inclusion Learning Lab drives change through advocacy, education, research, community, and action to solve the greatest challenge of our time – creating a more inclusive work environment.

    • Cost: Free resources on website | Costs vary for consulting services

    • https://inclusionlearninglab.com/

    • A collaborative initiative (powered by The Institutes) dedicated to educating and professionalizing the risk management and insurance industry. Our mission is to inform and inspire the industry’s next generation of employees.

    • Cost: Free

    • https://insuremypath.org/

    • An association of insurance professionals whose purpose is to protect the rights of its members for the benefit of the consumer through education, information, networking, and active participation in the political environment and community service.

    • Cost: Free for Students | $225 per year

    • https://laaia.com/

    • The mission of Link is to make the insurance industry the employer of choice for the LGBTQ+ community. Link was originally formed in London in 2012. In December 2021, Link USA was launched with regional chapters and regional steering committees currently being formed across the country. For LGBTQ+ employees who work in insurance, Link provides a sense of community and a safe space within our industry.

    • Cost: Free

    • https://www.lgbtinsurancenetwork.com/usa-chapter/

    • MRIA is a network focused on connecting, supporting, and empowering the underrepresented. A place to bring a new perspective to diversity, equity, and inclusion for the (Re)Insurance industry. 

    • Cost: Influencers $75 | Leaders $150

    • https://www.mria-change.org/

    • A network among people of color in or affiliated with the insurance industry.

    • Cost: $150 per year

    • https://www.naaia.org/

    • Non-profit association dedicated to supporting the professional development of African-American compliance and risk management professionals.

    • Cost: $50 Students | $100 Young Professionals | $150 General Membership

    • https://nabcrmp.org/

    • To promote education and new and beneficial developments within the property and casualty insurance industry.

    • Cost: $850, but depends on the percentage of insurance related business.

    • https://www.plrb.org/

    • To educate, engage and advocate for the global risk community.

    • Cost: Free for Students | $125 for Professors | $149 for Young Professionals

    • https://www.rims.org/membership

    • An RRP is risk or insurance professional who is 30 years old and younger.

    • Cost: Free access with a RIMS Individual Young Professional or Young Associate membership.

    • https://www.rims.org/community/rrp

    • For professionals engaged in risk management, insurance, and employee benefits consulting.

    • Cost: Starting at $330 per company

    • https://srmcsociety.org/

    • TMPAA is an organization dedicated to the unique challenges of Program Specialists. The TMPAA defines Program Business as insurance products targeted to a niche market or class, generally representing a book of similar risks placed with one carrier. Administration is done through Program Specialists who have developed an expertise in that market or class.

    • Cost: $1,000 | Fees vary by business type.

    • https://www.targetmkts.com/

    • Dedicated to advancing the profession of risk management in higher education.

    • Cost: Free for students | Annual dues depend on the company's revenue level.

    • https://www.urmia.org/home

    • The only formal training system in the workers' compensation industry to incorporate the necessary "soft skills" for whole person recovery management.

    • Cost: Varies depending on courses. Discounts available for Spencer Scholars.

    • https://workcompcollege.com/

Contact Us

Do you have other RMI industry resources you’d like to see on our website? If so, please email full details to our Director of External Engagement: Tandeka Nomvete.