Charleston, WV — March 28, 2024 — The Independent Insurance Agents of West Virginia (d.b.a. The Big I WV) recently elected Suzette Raines-Ashley of Ashley Insurance Agency, as President of its Board of Directors.
Raines-Ashley becomes only the second female ever to serve as Big I WV President, and she stands out as one of the very few small-town agency principals to lead this high-profile, statewide organization. After being nominated by past presidents, Raines-Ashley’s election by the full organization's membership highlights her exceptional leadership qualities and commitment to advancing the insurance industry in West Virginia.
2024 Big I WV Slate of Officers
President Suzette Raines Ashley welcomes and congratulates the full slate of officers elected to serve on the Big I WV Board for 2024, which include: Chris Parker, Vice President, Ferrell & Hill Insurance Agency LLC, Madison; Anthony Deal, Treasurer, Insurance Centers, Inc., Morgantown; Chad Nuzum, Immediate Past President, Hood Insurance Group, Fairmont; Terri Dodrill, National Director IIBA, McGriff Insurance Services, Charleston; Brady Campbell, Young Agent Committee Chair, Mountain State Insurance Agency, Inc., Charleston.
Serving as new board members to the Big I WV are Beth Bailey, Bill Bailey Insurance Agency, Williamstown; and Mike Cvechko, Cvechko Insurance Services, Philippi.
Traci Nelson serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Big I WV.
Fostering Growth in Insurance, Growing the Big I WV
As she is committed to fostering industry growth and professional development of the insurance industry’s workforce within the state, Raines-Ashley is excited to spearhead the creation of an insurance education initiative at Bridge Valley Career & Technical Center, in collaboration with Dr. Casey Sacks and her team.
This nationally-driven program will provide invaluable hands-on training to aspiring insurance professionals, which responds to a direct, growing demand for knowledge-base expansion for member agencies of the Big I WV.
Advocacy in State Government
President Suzette Raines Ashley is actively engaged in important advocacy efforts at the State Capitol, working closely with Big I WV’s Legislative Committees and lobbyist, Daniel Hall. Recently, the BIG I WV team was warmly welcomed by the staff of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice to discuss key industry issues and promote positive change.
More About Suzette Raines Ashley
A native of Belle, Suzette Raines Ashley and her husband Ben Ashley own and operate Ashley Insurance Agency in Spencer. Prior to her career in insurance, Suzette owned & operated Capital Communications Group, a strategic government affairs and public relations firm. Suzette is a former Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, a former legislative director for Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, and a former Director of Development for the American Cancer Society in WV. Suzette and Ben are proud parents of a 5-year-old daughter, Alaina, and together they live in Charleston.
For additional information, contact Ben Ashley at (304) 881-7972, or visit our website at AshleyInsures.com.
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