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PIA National Announces 2026 Award Winners

September 30, 2026

PIA National has announced the recipients of its 2026 PIA National Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, innovation and commitment are strengthening the independent insurance agency system. This year’s honorees represent excellence across agency leadership, carrier partnership, customer service, emerging talent, specialty market support and innovative communications.

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Joel Dunham Named Chair of PIA Ascending Leaders Council

September 29, 2026

Joel Dunham, owner of Ovation Insurance in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has been named Chair of the PIA National Ascending Leaders Council, which works to develop, engage and elevate the next generation of independent insurance professionals. As Chair, Dunham will lead efforts focused on professional development, mentorship, emerging technology, workplace trends and creating new opportunities for rising leaders within the independent agency system.

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Liberty Mutual’s David Lamparella Named Chair of PIA Carrier Council

September 23, 2026

David Lamparella, AVP and Region Director at Liberty Mutual, has been named Chair of the PIA National Carrier Council, which brings together leading insurance carriers and independent agents to strengthen the independent agency system. During his one-year term, Lamparella will help guide initiatives focused on agency growth, talent development, technology, cybersecurity, customer retention, and stronger carrier-agent collaboration.

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David Gorman Installed as President of the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents

September 22, 2026

David Gorman, CPIA, has been installed as President of the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA), where he will lead efforts to support independent insurance agents nationwide. His priorities include advancing technology adoption, strengthening collaboration across PIA affiliates, and connecting members with programs, resources and advocacy that help independent agencies succeed.

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