Michael Skiados Appointed as CEO of Professional Insurance Agents Association

Michael Skiados has been appointed as the new CEO of the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA), effective October 15. Skiados, with over 20 years of experience in transforming member experiences and driving operational excellence, most recently led The American Institute of Architects. He aims to enhance PIA's offerings for members, including the Certified Professional Insurance Agent (CPIA) program, and collaborate closely with PIA's affiliates, partners, and councils.

Michael Skiados, a seasoned association executive with over 20 years of experience in transforming member experiences and driving operational excellence, has been appointed as the new CEO of the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA) [1]. He will join PIA on October 15, bringing with him a proven track record of innovation, growth, and unity within various associations.

Skiados' impressive background includes serving as the managing director of membership strategy and engagement with The American Institute of Architects. Prior to that, he contributed significantly to the growth of membership and engagement and the unification of association chapters at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, and ASAE, The Center for Association Leadership.

PIA, in partnership with its nationwide network of affiliates, provides services, education, advocacy, and support for independent insurance agents [2]. Skiados' focus on the organization will be to identify ways to better serve PIA members and affiliates with new products and services as well as education, leveraging PIA's Certified Professional Insurance Agent (CPIA) designation. He will also work closely with the PIA Partnership, the organization's carrier council, and its Technology Council to foster collaboration and growth.

With his ability to transform the member experience and operational expertise, Skiados is expected to create significant opportunities for PIA affiliates and agency members, propelling the organization to new levels of excellence [1].

[1] Insurance Journal. (2024, September 24). Retrieved from https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2024/09/24/794191.htm
[2] National Association of Professional Insurance Agents. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://pia.org/