With his term as NAPSLO president drawing to a close, Matt Nichols reflected on the association's accomplishments of the last year. Nichols pointed to a number of ways in which the association has grown and expanded its offerings to members during his term.

“Our key initiatives as an association continue to be networking, education and career development and legislative advocacy,” says Nichols. “And, I think we've delivered enhancements for members in all three of those arenas.”

Nichols pointed to the Annual Convention as evidence of the value of NAPSLO's networking events. Attendance at the 2013 Annual Convention is record-setting, with more than 3,700 registrants. He believes NAPSLO's Annual Convention and Mid-Year Leadership Forum are recognized as the premier events for surplus lines professionals and consistently draw large attendance because they offer unparalleled venues for connecting and conducting business.

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