ICMG News Digest

Inter-Company Marketing Group (ICMG) © 2018

Inter-Company Marketing Group
PO Box 865
McPherson, KS 67460-0865

For many years, ICMG provided our membership a quarterly newsletter titled The Exchange. This newsletter was originally printed and mailed to all members. In 2012, ICMG transitioned to an electronic version and had distributed the newsletter through this past year. After a number of discussions, a decision was made to modify the delivery of ICMG news.

Going forward, the ICMG News Digest will be our communication vehicle. We anticipate improvement in the formatting as we acclimate ourselves to available technology, but we are excited to provide this change to our membership as it allows us to improve the frequency and flexibility of our communications.

Two important segments we wish to highlight are the Shared News section - we urge you to use ICMG as a message board - and the Association Corner section where we will highlight other industry associations we believe may be of value to some, if not all our members. Both of these additions are meant to help network with other industry professionals.

Thanks, and enjoy!

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Please take 5 minutes to complete a Survey

ICMG is surveying existing members to secure feedback impacting planning tied to our conference breakout sessions. We promise this will not take more than five minutes of your time and your response will greatly assist us in making key decisions. Click HERE to access the survey. A new window will open, so when completed, please return here for more ICMG news.

Be the 1st to experience exhibiting in ICMG’s new Networking Hall

The traditional exhibit hall is being converted into a Networking Hall. The exhibitor registration form can be found here. Everything is on one floor, in one space, with no external interference. Also, there is no need to head off to other property venues, as continuous refreshments (tea, coffee, sodas and snacks) and a cash bar will be provided throughout the day for those seeking more bounce for the ounce. Consider exhibiting via a “lounge” [read more]

New ICMG Sponsorships boost available options

Our goal at ICMG is to continuously improve the value of each sponsorship and make sure your investment provides the exposure you seek. Check out our 2019 ICMG Sponsorship & Exhibitor Brochure to view both the long standing and NEW opportunities available along with the cost & benefits associated with each, then register online at ICMG.

Shared News

FREE FOR MEMBERS: Use ICMG to redistribute pertinent information about your company or our industry to our membership. Provide links to Company Press Releases; New Product/Service announcements from Member Companies; and, any industry trends or informational articles that would be of interest to our members. ICMG isn’t in the business of making the news, but we want to share it with our members. Login to the member section at ICMG and click the Share Your News button. Then click the SUBMIT button and PASS IT FORWARD.

Board/Committee Activity Update

ICMG Introduces New Executive Director

The Inter-Company Marketing Group is proud to welcome Larry Sigle as its new Executive Director. Many of you may already know Larry. He attended his first ICMG conference in 2001 and has since served on the Communications, Marketing, Exhibits and Program Committees. He also served on the board of directors for two years and was ICMG’s assistant treasurer for one year. According to Larry, many of his clients over the years were a direct result of
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Contact ICMG

With the change in Association management, we want you to know our phone number and email address have NOT changed. You may still call us at: (518) 694-4288 or email: administration@icmg.org.

However, we do have a new mailing address. It is: Inter-Company Marketing Group (ICMG), PO Box 865, McPherson, KS 67460.

Conference Update

• ICMG is known for networking, the 30-second member introduction on the big screen, speed networking, and many other ways to connect. But we also have outstanding educational sessions, as well.
• As mentioned earlier in the Digest, the traditional exhibit hall is being transformed into a true Networking Hall. We anticipate this new configuration and its amenities will provide consistent foot traffic and a robust business atmosphere in comparison to other conferences. Centered between the general session and breakout rooms, the Networking Hall will be the place to be for those key client discussions!
• In addition to our Conference App, ICMG is bringing back – by popular demand – the Photo Board and paper Attendee Lists. We know networking is why you come to the conference, and we’re making it as easy as possible to accomplish your goals.

Association Corner

In the spirit of networking, ICMG is sharing information about other industry associations providing valuable benefits which might be of interest to our membership. Today we are highlighting the Life Insurers Council (LIC). Originally founded in 1910 as a trade association representing the interests of [read more]

Sponsor Highlight

ICMG is pleased to highlight one of our long-standing sponsors, Gallagher Affinity. A current Gold Sponsor and Exhibitor at ICMG for 15 years, Gallagher Affinity operates through their combined Association businesses – NAPA (National Association of Professional Agents), NAC (National Administration Company) and (AMG) Affinity Marketing Group. Ted Baran, Area President - Specialty Insurance Programs, says, “ICMG has been a key foundation [read more]