The following Board members were in attendance: Pete Palestina, Ann Myhr, Val Ullman-Katz, Cindy Wolkiewicz, Rick Lee, Art Hanebury, Rina Williams and Clint Gillespie.

Others: Lilly Cowan, Rita Hoffstein and Larry Crawford.

The meeting was called to order at 9:45 a.m.

Minutes: The Feb. 2000 minutes were corrected to read that the Satellite Broadcast (Banks in Insurance) is scheduled for May 24^th (not May 25^th). The minutes were approved as amended.

Treasurers Report: Rick Lee went over the report and advised the Board that the Loman Foundation dues have been paid.

Chapter caps/hats: Pete explained that we have two types of caps (24 each as ordered initially) available, and that we will need additional hats. The 2^nd type was not yet available. The Board approved 48 additional caps and gave Pete the discretion of choosing between the two different types. Later, during discussion of the convention, the board authorized an additional 100 caps (see Annual Meeting below).

Comments on today’s and future programs including I-Day: It was agreed that today's topic "Ethics" was well presented but did contribute to the low turnout. Pete expressed concerns for the renting of a projector at $600+ and asked that we look for other alternatives such as renting from somewhere else or consider purchasing one. Clint advised that the Chapter’s computer is also out dated and that the Chapter might want to consider purchasing another one. Ann explained that Marsha Egan gave her a list of the following four topics: 1. Building Personal Resilience to Change; 2. Leadership for the 21^st Century; how to motivate people; 3. Managing change at your work and home; and 4. The right to underwrite. The Board agreed to let Ann select the topic. At the May meeting we may also, via Val, be presenting Sponsor certificates. Also, the topic for June will be "Road Rage, how it effects insurance". This course has been approved for CE credits in Texas and Illinois and Ann will contact the Society and ask them to assist us in getting the credits approved for PA. Pete, upon Val's request, read a letter from Dennis B. Reding, President and CEO of ACE USA, which was a response to Pete's letter to him asking support, in which Mr. Reding pledged his future support for I-Day and the Philadelphia Chapter.

Society’s May Insurance Fraud Campaign & Public Relations: Pete advised that he is scheduled to likely make three presentations on behalf of the Chapter on Insurance Fraud. He read a letter from the Chief of Police Association where one of the presentations will be made. The society has prepared kits for the presentations, Pete and Larry Crawford have them. They will be doing some PR work in this area for May.

Status of upcoming seminars and results of most recent one: Cindy gave the following dates for seminars: May 8^th and May 24^th.

Loman Dues: As mentioned in the Treasurer’s Report the dues have been paid.

Scholarship status update and set date for Selection Committee: The Scholarship Committee will convene to make the selection. Pete advised that Loman said that there would be no matching funds if the recipients were not taking insurance related courses or degrees.

May 19^th Golf Scholarship Outing Update: Art is looking for sponsors, asked Board Members to seek some donations from their employers. Pete encouraged as many to attend as possible.

ISOP dues and 6-21-00 awards banquet sponsorship/tickets @$230: After receiving an inquiry from ISOP about their banquet and sponsorships, instead of just purchasing the usual 5 tickets, the board authorized a sponsor donation of $150 and two tickets a $40 apiece bringing the total to $230.

Standard Setter Nominations and Society Service Applications: All members were asked to consider worthy nominees.

Status of Research Projects: It is the Board’s understanding that only one project is definitely in process for next year completion "Coastal Insurance." Kathy, nor anyone else has been able to get a hold of Larry Gross for the status of his project.

Status of Chapter Subsections: Cindy advised that John Kelly will be setting up a "Sections" display for the May meeting.

Annual meeting sponsorship for events at San Antonio: The Board approved the purchase and distribution of an additional 100 caps to be given to every member and new designee who attends the annual meeting. Pete will handle the purchase and will work with Val and the Society on seeing the best way to get them to our members attending.

MLI Las Vegas - final count and status: Val suggested that Rita Hoffstein should be permitted to attend the meeting. Rita has approached her employer and will advise of her status prior to the next Board meeting. Pete, Val, Ann, Clint and Lilly have already made plans to attend. Val and Clint will do so at their employers expense.

New Designees: Lilly is to contact Pat and/or Mary Ann concerning the project of contacting the new designees.

April 26^th Mix and Mingle update: Rina has requested the use of Banner and the Board was informed by Pete that three members from the Society Offices in Malvern will attend. He stressed the importance of all Board members attending as well as participating in the Special Olympics and Golf outing.

Socials: Art added his support for the need to uphold our obligations to the Chapter in attending as many events as we can and that the Mix and Mingle is the only planned confirmed social thus far.

Committee Annual Reports to President (May 1^st deadline) and award status: Committee reports to Pete are due no later than May 1^st. This is an absolute date. A special meeting was called on May 9^th at 1:00 p.m., in Willow Grove at the Delaware Valley Insurance Trust office. Rick Lee volunteered his company’s facilities and lunch will be served. It is important that all board members and committee chairs contact Rick and let him know if they will or will not attend by May 5^th.

June Chaptergram - deadline for articles extended to April 27^th: Pete pointed out that the Chaptergram has a page and a half to go before it is complete enough to send to the printer. Val and Larry agreed to provide articles to help fill the last page and a half.

Other Committee Reports (as desired by any chairperson): None presented.

Old Business: Committee Reports, Circle of Excellence Award updated worksheet mailed out. Board reviewed qualifications for the Circle of Excellence award. Pete asked everyone to take the time to review and report back. Some changes were made during the Board meeting. Much of this will be discussed at the meeting of May 9^th.

Next regularly scheduled meeting is May 9^th. That will then be followed by a full board meeting after the May 18^th breakfast.