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IRI Industry Awards

2024 IRI Industry Awards

The Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) presented three awards at its 2024 annual conference in Nashville, Tennessee, to recognize industry leaders among its members and IRI staff.

This year’s Leadership Award recipient is Colleen Tycz, Senior Vice President, Head of Strategic Accounts & Insurance Distribution with Franklin Templeton. Joe Caruso, Assistant Vice President, Government Relations and Public Policy with Jackson Financial, is the first recipient of IRI’s Rising Star Award. This year’s Chairman Award recipient is Shani Armon, Chief Membership and Marketing Officer at IRI.

Wayne Chopus, Colleen Tycz, Franklin Templeton, and Shani Armon.
2023 Annual Report

The Insured Retirement Institute’s 2023 Annual Report, Insured Retirement Matters, is now available. The report showcases how IRI spearheads industry advancements in operations and technology, diversity, equity, inclusion, advocacy, research, and more.

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Leading the Industry

Advocacy

IRI is the voice of the insured retirement industry before policymakers, including federal regulatory agencies, Congress, and state regulators and legislators.

Industry Resources

Member Programs

IRI membership offers unique services and resources including access to industry-leading initiatives.

April 11, 2023

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

IRI Commitment IRI and its members are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across the insured retirement industry….

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October 8, 2021

Operations & Technology

Strategic Objectives Operations & Technology One of IRI’s unique strategic objectives is to lead the industry in developing the digital…

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January 11, 2023

Career Center

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Resources & More

Research

Find relevant resources you need with IRI's research materials, including exclusive research for members, access to partnered research and industry sales data, and the Factbook - our industry's go-to resource book.

Your Knowledge Source

Education

Comprehensive educational opportunities are available to members through complimentary online webinars, a full catalog of Continuing Education courses through Reg Ed, discounts for FINRA continuing education, and reduced rates for our annual conferences.

Leadership Spotlight

The Long View

IRI celebrates exemplary leadership within the insured retirement industry. Andrew Schlossberg, President and CEO of Invesco, shares his thoughts on the future of the in-plan annuity market and what excites him about what’s to come across 2024.

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Latest News

News from the Insured Retirement Institute.

April 5, 2024

COALITION FOR EQUITY IN WHOLESALING NAMES IRI’s CHRISTINA BRADY TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Coalition for Equity in Wholesaling named Christina Brady, Chief Operating Officer with the Insured Retirement Institute…

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April 4, 2024

IRI ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP, RISING STAR, AND CHAIRMAN AWARD RECIPIENTS

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) presented three awards at its 2024 annual conference in Nashville, Tennessee, to…

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April 2, 2024

RECORD CROWD WELCOMES IRI’S 2024 ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO NASHVILLE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) opened its 2024 Annual Conference to a record-setting crowd and sponsorship in…

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