Ancient peoples scrawled on cave walls, early societies gathered around campfires, and contemporary artists envelop narratives in melody and harmony or preserve them in games, blog posts and videos. Few activities have the power to impart wisdom, history and perspective as the lasting act of storytelling. That's why members of the Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association's 2023 Board of Directors were recently asked to answer four questions:

1. What keeps you engaged in your work and enthusiastic about the wholesale insurance business?
2. What's the most important professional lesson you've learned during your career?
3. What are the benefits of being involved with WSIA and attending its 2023 Annual Marketplace in San Diego?
4. What else would you like colleagues and friends to know about the Annual Marketplace, your work with WSIA, or the wholesale insurance business?

In the slideshow above, insurance professionals can glean valuable tips about how to supercharge their careers. Readers also get a unique look at some of the people who help make WSIA's Annual Marketplace a success. See also:

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