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2009 Voluntary Benefits Conference Testimonials

“The Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference was a great opportunity to meet with others in the industry and discuss successes as well as future goals for our programs. This conference was well thought out and with experts from a broad spectrum of vendors, consultants and employers. Thank you for a wonderful experience."
Colleen DePadua, Black & Decker

“The Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference was a great experience for me. The networking meetings provided an excellent opportunity to have in depth conversations about key products/benefits and the presentations provided great insights into limited medical and voluntary benefits."
Christy Goldberg, McDonalds USA LLC, Manager U.S. Restaurant Benefits & Compensation

“The event was a great networking opportunity, I found that I was able to connect with old friends and make new ones”
Jim Mattison Vice President Marsh Global Consumer Voluntary Benefits

“I found the voluntary benefits conference to be well worth the time scheduled to attend. It provided me the opportunity to meet many carriers at one location and to hear from my piers in the voluntary markets what their challenges, successes, were along with their perception of our market going forward."
Keith A. Swigart Vice President, Employee Benefits, Voluntary Products Willis, Inc.

“The conference gave me a good opportunity to look at different ways Voluntary Benefits and Limited Medical can be integrated into our core business. I came away with some new ideas around how to utilize these products to solve issues that many of our clients are facing in the current economy."
Tiffany Stiller BenefitMall

“One of the best and most focused conferences…I have been to. Provided real opportunities to meet and network with professionals in ….”
Harris Galatan National Accounts Regional Sales VP SRC - An Aetna Company

“Thank you for inviting me to exhibit at the conference, it was one of the best conference's that I have exhibited at for lead generation. The attendee's were very interested in new ideas and products and were there to do business. Networking meetings were a great idea, and quite a few leads came from the experience. Look forward to seeing you next year.”
Harris Galatan National Accounts Regional Sales VP SRC - An Aetna Company

“Without question, the best conference I have been to in my 30 years of healthcare experience. Almost all conferences, I have previously invested time and money resulted in little or no actual contact with meaningful prospects. The uniquely executed “speed dating” concept to request and meet with conference participants was the most productive time I have ever spent at a conference.”
Geri Ann Cangelosi, Aegis Administrative Services, Inc.

“This year’s Voluntary Benefits Conference was a real pleasure. The hotel was absolutely gorgeous right across from Sony Pictures. Hollywood types in and out of the hotel lobby. I enjoyed seeing old associates and making new connections. I expect some of those new contacts will be profitable for years to come.”
John Kuveikis Government Service Administrators

“With conference budgets being carefully scrutinized, this will be one which will make my budget for 2010! The industry needs more professional conferences which bring value as well as business opportunities!”
Jason B, Krouse, JD, USI Vice President Specialized Markets

“I thought the Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference was a big success. The information was good, the attendees covered a broad spectrum of the industry and the networking sessions were a big hit.”
Keith Appleton, Managing Director Foundation One Insurance Services, Ltd

“Very well organized and productive!”
Rob Philibosian Account Executive Humana Specialty Benefits

“The conference was BOTH fun and rewarding. I learned a great deal and developed some new business. THANKS.”
Ron Agypt, Vice President Broker Sales Aflac Incorporated, Worldwide Headquarters

“We felt the Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference was a very worthwhile event. We plan on returning next year. The sessions were excellent and we made some valuable contacts.”
Scott Halverson California Broker Magazine

“It was a great networking opportunity for Humana. The speakers were knowledgeable and the topics were spot on. Thanks to you and your staff and for your professionalism.”
Patricia Moore Market President Humana

“Networking is King! And the Voluntary Benefits and Limited Medical Conference provided just the place to both network and learn from those who are helping to shape the market in these areas. Whether your interest was in meeting the brokers who are shaping the market, the insurance carriers who are developing the market, or the various vendor groups who are expanding the reach of this market, this gathering in L.A. will have helped you reach your goals."
Dr. Tony Dale, Chairman and Founder of The Karis Group, Inc.

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Join the Voluntary Benefits Association

Purpose: provide a one authoritative source of information for the Voluntary Benefits Industry

The Voluntary Benefits Association’s purpose is to grow the Voluntary Benefits Industry in a positive direction and to facilitate knowledge transfer and present networking opportunities for those in the industry.

Who does the Voluntary Benefits Association (VBA) represent?

We represent the Voluntary Benefits Industry and we are the only non profit trade association in Voluntary Benefits. One of the founders of the association was involved with purchasing benefits for one of the largest employers in the country. The association represents employers, affinity groups, insurance companies, Third Party Administrators (TPA’s), health insurance agents, consultants, enrollment firms, technology companies and other industry participants.

If you are involved in the Voluntary Benefits industry you should be a member of the Voluntary Benefits Association!

Annual VBA Membership Fees (Membership is annually, NOT based on the Calendar year):

Employer Membership	$2000
Corporate Premier	$5000
Corporate	$2,000
Insurance Company	$2,000
Health Insurance Agent	$500
Enrollment Firm	$1,000
Technology Provider	$1,000
Individual Membership	$250

Some of the Benefits of Membership

Introductory Email
We will send out to existing members and advisory board members an email introducing your company and providing your contact information.

Company Profile on the Voluntary Benefits Association Website We will add your company profile and contact information along with your logo on the VBA website.

Conference Discounts
Discounts at Voluntary Benefits Conferences around the country!

VBA Members will receive negotiated discounts to VBA conferences around the country. Members will also receive 20% off attendance to the VBA’s officially endorsed conference, the Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference, October 25 & 26, 2009 in Los Angeles, www.voluntarybenefitsconference.com

Marketing Benefits
Building Brand Awareness of your company

By being a member of the Voluntary Benefits Association, you will increase awareness and branding of your company. The VBA will be promoted through an exclusive partnership with Voluntary Benefits Magazine, www.voluntarybenefitsmagazine.com, where the magazine will promote the VBA and VBA members. Voluntary Benefits Magazine is the largest and only dedicated magazine to Voluntary Benefits.

Exclusive Workshops and Networking Events

VBA members will have access to special workshops in Voluntary Benefits, marketing and branding, plus special invites to networking events.

Use of Voluntary Benefits Association (VBA) Logo on Your Website Members can use the VBA logo on their own website, if linked properly back to the VBA website.

Branding your company and protecting your Reputation Our VBA members separate themselves from others in the industry and show a commitment to the growth of the industry and operating by the best practices by being a member of the VBA.

Committees

VBA members can participate in VBA committees.

Direction of the Voluntary Benefits Industry

Members are able to give insight, advice and guidance as to the direction of the industry and the direction of the VBA.

Networking Opportunities

VBA members received advanced networking opportunities. All of the VBA members contact information is provided on the website for any interested in the Voluntary Benefits industry to contact them. Also, the VBA will refer any Voluntary Benefit Inquiries from its website to its members.