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The OCSRY competition honors customer service representatives and account managers who have made significant contributions to the insurance and risk management industry. The competition is sponsored by the Society of Certified Insurance Service Representatives (CISR) and the Society of Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC) — proud member organizations of The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research.
Previous OCSRY Winners
2022 Winner
Jennifer Goree, CISR, CAWC — Cadence Insurance
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2021 Winner
Sylvia Murray — Newman, Ralph & Browning Insurance Agency
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2019 Winner
Mary-Katherine Henderson, CIC, National Winner — Cross Pointe
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When is the deadline?
The competition deadline is May 1, 2024. Nominees must submit a completed entry form along with an essay and letter(s) of recommendation to Big I Arkansas.
Who can nominate?
Anyone can make a nomination. You can even nominate yourself! Simply fill out and submit the Nomination Form. Once you have nominated someone, encourage them to write their essay and submit their entry.
Who can enter?
Anyone, regardless of affiliation or professional designation, whose primary duties center on insurance customer service, is eligible to enter. A CIC or CISR designation is not required. However, we recommend that candidates have a minimum of two years of industry experience and enough experience to share through their essays.
Eligible Candidates must:
- Be insurance customer service representatives, account managers, or have primary responsibility for customer service duties.
- Submit a completed Entry Form that includes references, education/contribution/achievement information.
- Submit letters of recommendation from business/professional references.
- Write a 500 to 1000-word essay on the following topic:
““In today’s volatile economy, both property and auto markets are in turmoil, with soaring rates and inflation impacting insurance agencies and their customers. CSRs face unexpected challenges from global events, economic shifts, and emerging risks. Explore how resilience and adaptability are crucial for CSRs to navigate these challenges, maintain customer satisfaction, and share real-life examples of success in meeting evolving customer needs amidst adversity. In your essay, discuss how the dual pressures of economic instability and customer expectations shape the role of CSRs, and discuss the innovative approaches and best practices employed to mitigate challenges and foster enduring customer relationships”
Award Information:
Nominees compete at the state level to become one of five finalists. Individuals who nominate the national winner receive a $1,000 cash award.
National Recognition
| $500 Cash Award
| $2,000 Cash Award
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Framed Certificate
| National Recognition
| National Recognition
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Eligible for National Competition*
| Gold & Garnet Pin
| Gold & Diamond Pin
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*National Qualifier Stage: State Winners will be required to submit a short video entry for the National Competition. Video guidelines will be sent to State Winners when selected.*
Please send nominations to Big I Arkansas by emailing your form to alyssa@bigiarkansas.com. Participants will receive their entry form and further details upon their nomination.