Back to School is a blog that puts P&C insurance professionals back in the classroom with Jim Jones, Director of the Katie School of Insurance and Financial Services at Illinois State University. Read his insights each week to learn how to connect with the next generation of insurance professionals and develop effective leadership skills for the future.
A lot has been said about the impending talent crunch facing the insurance industry. As the Director of the Katie School of Insurance at Illinois State University, I keep track of these trends and work with insurance industry partners to make sure that the skills and knowledge our Risk Management and Insurance majors learn match those needed to succeed in the industry.
One of the hallmarks of the Katie School is its relationship with the industry. I often do presentations and meet with industry leaders to discuss how they can better interact with colleges to attract the best talent. I also work with universities outside of Illinois to discuss how they can develop programs to foster their relationships with the insurance industry.
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