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Illinois Insurance Association Announces Bob Stefanski as New Executive Director
The Illinois Insurance Association (IIA) announced that Bob Stefanski has been selected as its next Executive Director.
"I am honored to join the Illinois Insurance Association as its next executive director,” said Stefanski. “Illinois is a great insurance state with industry-leading companies and thriving competitive markets. I look forward to collaborating with policymakers to build on those advantages for the benefit of all Illinoisans."
Stefanski will lead the association’s advocacy efforts before the Illinois General Assembly, executive branch agencies, and statewide media, while working closely with member companies to strengthen Illinois’ property and casualty insurance landscape. He noted that the work of the property and casualty insurance industry is ultimately about helping Illinoisans rebuild their lives after unexpected losses, which underscores the importance of promoting consumer understanding of insurance products and advocating for sound public policy.
“The Illinois Insurance Association is pleased to welcome Bob Stefanski as its next executive director,” said Buren E. Jones, chairman of the association. “Bob brings a deep understanding of the issues and challenges facing the property and casualty insurance industry, together with extensive experience navigating Illinois' legislative and regulatory landscape. His knowledge, judgment, and experience will strengthen the association's advocacy, advance the priorities of our members, and position the association for continued success.”
Stefanski brings both industry and public sector experience to the role, having served as an Illinois Insurance Association board member and as AIG’s state government affairs officer for more than eight years. Earlier in his career, he held positions in both the executive and legislative branches of Illinois government.
Illinois Insurance Association Congratulates Kevin Martin on His Retirement After 32 Years of Outstanding Leadership
For more than 32 years, Kevin Martin has provided leadership and steadfast service as Executive Director of the Illinois Insurance Association. Throughout his tenure, Kevin has been a respected voice for the property and casualty insurance industry and a trusted partner to elected officials, policymakers, regulators and consumer advocates across Illinois. Kevin’s ability to bring stakeholders together, explain complex issues with clarity and advocate with integrity has earned him deep respect across Illinois. He has achieved a level of trust and credibility that has benefited the Illinois Insurance Association. As Kevin retires at the end of July, the Illinois Insurance Association expresses its gratitude for his service, his professionalism and his dedication to the industry and the people of Illinois. The Illinois Insurance Association wishes Kevin the very best in retirement and thanks him for his years of service.
“I have always tried to lead with honesty and integrity, and I’ve taken pride in making sure my word is as good as its bond. It has been an honor to devote more than 30 years to serving the property and casualty insurance industry." - Kevin Martin
The IIA Mission
The Mission of the Illinois Insurance Association is to preserve and enhance a positive legislative and regulatory insurance climate in which member companies may conduct business, responsibly serve the needs of Illinois consumers, and grow and prosper in a highly competitive insurance market.
The Illinois Insurance Association (IIA) is an insurance trade association, which effectively and professionally represents member companies before the Illinois legislative, executive branch, and media. In addition, the IIA seeks to promote a greater consumer understanding of insurance products. The IIA is the property/casualty insurance industry's leader in advocating public policy positions before the media, interest groups, and political forces in the state of Illinois.