--- title: Press Release | Chicagoland SIA description: Here we share company announcements, celebrate member milestones, and share updates that define our community's success. --- [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/chicagolandsia/) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/chicagoland-sia/) [Follow us on Twitter](https://twitter.com/ChicagolandSia) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjdqbj5lRfSQnvjjGVdrVPg) [![](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CSIAlogo.png?width=1705&height=1005&name=CSIAlogo.png)](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com) Open main menu Close main menu - [Learn More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/learn-more) - [Benefits](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/member-benefits) Open the submenu - [Market Access](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/access-to-markets) - [Increased Income](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/increased-income) - [Training and Learning](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/training-and-education) - [Agency Growth and Development](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/agency-development) - [Digital Strategy](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/digital-marketing-and-strategy-consultation) - [About Us](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/about-us) - [Resources](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/resources) Open the submenu - [Blog](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/chicagoland-sia-blog) - [Video Series](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/beyond-the-dec-page-video-series) - [Podcast](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/licensed-to-talk-insurance-podcast) - [Free Downloadable Guides](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/free-digital-content-strategy) - [Press Releases](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release) - [Our Team](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/our-team) - [Make a Payment](https://chicagolandsia.appliedpay.com/) # Press Release Select Category Press Releases This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. Posts by: ## Chicagoland SIA ### [Thank You and Best Wishes to Gail Godfrey](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/thank-you-and-best-wishes-to-gail-godfrey) ![Gail Godfrey-1-1](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Gail%20Godfrey-1-1.jpg?width=150&height=188&name=Gail%20Godfrey-1-1.jpg)After 10 incredible years with Chicagoland SIA, Gail Godfrey, our Vice President Agency Growth Coach, has decided to embark on a new chapter in her career. [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/thank-you-and-best-wishes-to-gail-godfrey) ![Close up of That's It Bars with tags that read: Helping Independent Insurance Agents Grow and Evolve their small businesses](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/IMG_6565-1.jpeg) ### [Chicagoland SIA proudly sponsors 3rd Annual Female Strong Golf Outing](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/chicagoland-sia-proudly-sponsors-3rd-annual-female-strong-golf-outing) May 20th, 2024 - Chicagoland SIA proudly sponsored Female Strong's 3rd Annual Golf Outing, demonstrating our commitment to empowering the next generation of female leaders. Despite the rainy weather, the event was a resounding success, filled with camaraderie, resilience, and a shared passion for Female Strong's mission. Female Strong, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to offering hands-on programs, mentorship, and experiences that build confidence in middle and high school girls, preparing them to become future leaders. Contributions to events like the annual golf outing are instrumental in fueling Female Strong's impactful programs, such as [YEA! Chicago](https://femalestrong.org/program/entrepreneur-girls/)and [Female Strong Camp](https://femalestrong.org/program/female-strong-camp/). [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/chicagoland-sia-proudly-sponsors-3rd-annual-female-strong-golf-outing) ![Joanne Noetzel BIA Certificate](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/BIA%20Certificate%20-%20Joanne%20Noetzel%20-%202.png) ### [Congratulations BIA Graduate - Joanne Noetzel](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-joanne-noetzel) Congratulations to Joanne Noetzel of TurnKey Insurance Inc for successfully completing the Chicagoland SIA Sponsored Business Insurance Advantage (BIA) Program! This remarkable achievement showcases Joanne Noetzel's unwavering commitment to professional growth and leadership within the insurance industry. [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-joanne-noetzel) ![Josh Linder - BIA Certificate](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/BIA%20Certificate%20-%20Josh%20Linder%20-%202.png) ### [Congratulations BIA Graduate - Josh Linder](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-josh-linder) A big round of applause to Josh Linder from Linder Insurance Services for successfully completing the Chicagoland SIA Sponsored Business Insurance Advantage (BIA) Program! This remarkable accomplishment truly showcases Josh Linder's unwavering commitment to professional growth and leadership within the insurance industry. [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-josh-linder) ![Jeramie Coleman - BIA Certificate](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/BIA%20Certificate%20-%20Jeramie%20Coleman%20-%202.png) ### [Congratulations BIA Graduate - Jeramie Coleman](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-jeramie-coleman) Congratulations to Jeramie Coleman of Freedom Insurance Group for successfully graduating from the Chicagoland SIA Sponsored Business Insurance Advantage (BIA) Program! This remarkable accomplishment highlights Jeramie Coleman's unwavering commitment to professional development and leadership within the insurance industry. [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-jeramie-coleman) ![Alan Sussman BIA Certificate](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/Alan%20Sussman%20BIA%20-%202.png) ### [Congratulations BIA Graduate - Alan Sussman](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-alan-sussman) Congratulations to Alan Sussman of Northeast Insurance Solutions Inc. for successfully completing the esteemed Business Insurance Advantage (BIA) program! This accomplishment underscores Alan Sussman's dedication to professional development and excellence within the insurance industry. [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-alan-sussman) ![Lourdes Martinez Principal/Producer (left side) and Berenice Nunez, Office Manager/CSR (right)](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/Lourdes%20and%20Berenice%20BIA.jpeg) ### [Congratulations BIA Graduates - Lourdes Martinez and Berenice Nunez](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduates-lourdes-martinez-and-berenice-nunez) Congratulations to Lourdes Martinez and Berenice Nunez of Agsant Insurance Group Inc. on successfully completing the prestigious Chicagoland SIA Sponsored Business Insurance Advantage (BIA) Program! This achievement speaks volumes about their dedication to professional growth and their commitment to staying ahead in the insurance industry. [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduates-lourdes-martinez-and-berenice-nunez) ![Mike Minnis BIA Certificate](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/BIA%20Certificate%20-%20Mike%20Minnis%20-2.png) ### [Congratulations BIA Graduate - Mike Minnis](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-mike-minnis) Congratulations to Mike Minnis MBA, CLCS, Commercial Account Executive at The JW Agency LLC, for successfully completing the esteemed Chicagoland SIA Sponsored Business Insurance Advantage (BIA) Program! This notable achievement is a testament to Mike Minnis's dedication to professional growth and his commitment to staying updated in the insurance industry. [Read More](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-mike-minnis) ![Jessica Torres - BIA Certificate](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/hubfs/Jessica%20Torres%20-%20BIA%20Certificate.png) ### [Congratulations BIA Graduate - Jessica Torres](https://benefits.chicagolandsia.com/press-release/congratulations-bia-graduate-jessica-torres) Congratulations to Jessica Torres, Principal/Producer at Towers Insurance Group LLC, for her successful completion of the Chicagoland SIA Sponsored Business Insurance Advantage (BIA) Program! This remarkable achievement reflects Jessica Torres's strong commitment to professional growth and staying at the forefront of the insurance sector. 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