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Registration for the 2026 NAAIA National Conference Is Now Open.

Join us in Charlotte, September 22–24, for three days of leadership development, industry insights, networking, and professional growth alongside more than 1,400 insurance professionals from across the country.

If attending requires a conversation with your employer, we’ve created a National Conference Justification Guide to help you get started. Inside you’ll find a sample approval letter, conference highlights, estimated investment, and talking points to help communicate the value of attending.

Register today, download the guide, and start planning your experience in Charlotte.

Who is NAAIA?

NAAIA is dedicated to empowering African American professionals in the insurance industry. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion by providing our members with unparalleled networking opportunities, career advancement resources, and educational programs. NAAIA is a dynamic community where professionals connect, grow, and lead. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive future for the insurance industry.

What is NAAIA?

Join Our Community.

Join NAAIA today and become part of a thriving community dedicated to advancing diversity and inclusion in the insurance industry. As a member, you’ll gain access to valuable networking opportunities, career resources, and leadership development programs. Take the next step in your professional journey and make an impact by joining NAAIA.

Member Spotlight

Meet Lexii Zielinski

Lexii Zielinski, a Benefits Account Management professional at Higginbotham

With nearly five years of experience in the insurance industry, Lexii Zielinski has built a career focused on employee benefits, client strategy, account management, renewal planning, compliance, and benefits consulting. As a member of the Benefits Account Management Team at Higginbotham, she supports renewal strategy, pricing discussions, service agreement alignment, performance monitoring, and regulatory compliance while helping clients navigate complex benefits needs and strengthen long term relationships.

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Lexii Zielinski

Meet Lexii Zielinski, a Benefits Account Management professional at Higginbotham.

With nearly five years of experience in the insurance industry, Lexii Zielinski has built a career focused on employee benefits, client strategy, account management, renewal planning, compliance, and benefits consulting. As a member of the Benefits Account Management Team at Higginbotham, she supports renewal strategy, pricing discussions, service agreement alignment, performance monitoring, and regulatory compliance while helping clients navigate complex benefits needs and strengthen long term relationships.

Before joining Higginbotham, Lexii served as a Health Solutions Specialist at Aon, where she managed complex client escalations, provided strategic consulting support, and coordinated account strategy throughout 12 month renewal cycles. Her experience has strengthened her ability to anticipate client needs, navigate complex challenges, communicate across stakeholders, and support solutions that promote account stability and client success.

Lexii holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Houston’s C. T. Bauer College of Business. Her commitment to professional development and leadership includes the PLUS LEAD Leadership Certificate and Korn Ferry Leadership Certificate, along with an active Texas General Lines Agent license for Life, Accident, Health, and HMO.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Lexii is involved in the insurance community through the National African American Insurance Association, where she serves on the Emerging Leaders Committee with the Houston Chapter. She is also involved with Young Risk Professionals, Women in Insurance, and PLUS LEAD, reflecting her dedication to leadership, professional development, and strengthening connections across the insurance industry.

Our Events

August

04aug10:00 am3:00 pmEmerging Leaders Summit

05aug10:00 am3:00 pmAgent & Broker Summit

12aug12:00 pm1:00 amFall Career Fair

20aug12:00 pm1:00 amClaims Clinic

September

10sep12:00 pm1:00 amLife Insurance Awareness Month Webinar

22sep12:00 pm1:00 amNAAIA National Conference

23sep12:00 pm1:00 amNAAIA National Conference

24sep12:00 pm1:00 amNAAIA National Conference

October

12oct12:00 pm1:00 amNational Talent Development Competition

14oct12:00 pm1:00 amNational Talent Development Competition

16oct12:00 pm1:00 amNational Talent Development Competition

22oct12:00 pm1:00 amUnderwriters Roundtable

Thought Leadership
in Action

Explore exclusive conversations with NAAIA’s leadership as they share insights on career growth, mentorship, and the future of diversity in insurance. These industry-recognized interviews highlight key challenges and opportunities, featuring perspectives that drive meaningful change. Gain firsthand knowledge from Black executives shaping the industry’s next chapter.

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Why You Should Choose Us

Discover how the NAAIA champions diversity and empowers professionals within the insurance industry. Learn more about our mission, values, and the initiatives that drive meaningful change.

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