Dear ,

Congratulations on earning your Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation! We take great pride in welcoming you to this esteemed professional program.

As an organization with a rich history spanning over 54 years, we understand the immense significance of your educational accomplishment within our industry. The future contributions you will make are bound to be substantial, and we take immense pride in welcoming you to this esteemed program. You are now authorized to add "CIC" to your name and include it on your business cards and letterhead.

We strongly encourage you to become a part of the Alliance Community, where you can connect with fellow CICs. It's also a fantastic platform to proudly showcase your achievement on social networks like LinkedIn by downloading your CIC badge (https://community.scic.com/).

YOUR ANNUAL UPDATE REQUIREMENT
A crucial aspect of the CIC Program is the commitment to continuous education. As a new CIC, your first update requirement must be met no later than . Subsequent updates should be completed annually within a 12-month period that begins on the first day of the month following your birth month and ends on the last day of your birth month.

SHARE YOUR SUCCESS
Soon, you will receive a congratulatory email from the Alliance, which will provide additional information and links regarding your CIC diploma and membership dues. Your diploma will be mailed to you within two weeks. Please follow the links in the email to verify and update your mailing address if needed.

Furthermore, you are now eligible to become a member of the Society of Certified Insurance Counselors. Your annual membership dues of $120 offer numerous benefits, including a CIC lapel pin, access to the Alliance's bi-weekly digital newsletter, recognition in the new 2024 designee directory and the opportunity to participate in advanced programs to meet your annual continuing education requirements.

Once again, we extend our warmest congratulations and welcome you to the Society of CIC. This is a significant milestone in your insurance career, and it signifies a new beginning, not an end. We sincerely wish you continued success as you embark on this exciting journey.

Sincerely,

William J. Hold, MBA, CRM, CISR President & CEO