San Diego "I" Day Huge Success

IBA San Diego President Joe Hamilton and Executive Director Lori Fentress



IBA San Diego's "I" Day held there last week was a huge success by all accounts, reported Joe Hamilton, Hal Rakowski Insurance, Lakeside and IBA San Diego President.

"Many thanks to the committee who year in and year out make it happen so flawlessly," said Hamilton. "A special thanks to Tony Gwynn as well.  There could not be a more stand up, hard working, genuine hero in sports in this town." 

Sponsors play an important role in financial success of the day.  IBA San Diego gives special thanks and recognition to Monarch E&S for serving as Grand Sponsor of "I" Day once again this year. 

As part of the "I" day festivities, awards are presented to individuals for their outstanding contributions to the industry over the past year.

IBA West  and IBA San Diego congratulate the following award winners for 2012. 

  • Agent of the Year - Paul Hering with Barney & Barney, LLc.
  • Associate Member of the Year – Jennifer Hetzel with AmWins Insurance Brokerage of CA.
  • Insurance Company Professional of the Year – Willie Taylor with Chubb Group
  • Andrew H. Ekern Award – Judy King with G. S. Levine Insurance Services