On behalf of myself, the NAIFA Board of Trustees, and the members of our NAIFA staff, I wish you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving.

I find that often this time of year we go out of our way to talk about the things we are thankful for but sometimes forget to simply say “thank you” to the people who enrich our lives and make the world a better place.

I recently sat down with NAIFA Senior Vice President for Government Relations Diane Boyle to discuss the election and its implications for the upcoming tax reform debate in the 119th Congress. 

Congratulations to Life Happens, which joined NAIFA as our consumer-education community last year and is celebrating its 30^th anniversary today. NAIFA was a key player among the industry organizations that founded Life Happens in 1994 to educate consumers about life insurance and related products.

As we conclude another impactful Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM), I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible efforts of our NAIFA members, corporate partners, and the broader financial services community. Together, we’ve made significant strides in educating and empowering individuals and families across the nation about the importance of life insurance and its critical role in securing financial futures.

As we enter September, we are excited to celebrate Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM), an important initiative led by Life Happens, NAIFA’s consumer division dedicated to financial literacy. This year's theme, "Life Insurance... for when life happens," underscores the critical role life insurance plays in securing the financial futures of our loved ones during life's unpredictable moments. Together, NAIFA and Life Happens are committed to bridging the knowledge gap around life insurance, ensuring individuals and families understand the security it provides.

In a recent episode of the BetterWealth podcast, I had the opportunity to discuss the critical role NAIFA plays in the financial service industry, particularly in today’s politically charged environment. I highlighted how the upcoming elections could significantly impact the federal tax code, with key provisions related to life insurance and annuities set to expire in 2025 if no action is taken. This is a crucial issue that could affect countless professionals and their clients.'