--- title: NAIFA-Arkansas Blog (2) description: (2) --- **** ![NAIFA_Arkansaswhite](https://ar.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NAIFA_Arkansaswhite.png?width=120&height=88&name=NAIFA_Arkansaswhite.png) ![Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NAIFA%20State%20Logos/Arkansas.png?width=120&height=87&name=Arkansas.png) [![Member Login](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2635471/b126081c-b72e-45f5-9c93-6cbdf5429646.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2635471/b126081c-b72e-45f5-9c93-6cbdf5429646) [**](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/page/2#tmpmodule_160578622097486) ** ![conferenceAR](https://ar.naifa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/conferenceAR.jpg?width=1920&height=988&name=conferenceAR.jpg) ###### 2 min read ## [NAIFA Arkansas Trust Fund](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/naifa-arkansas-trust-fund) By [Brenda D. Doty, LUTCF, CLU, CPC](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/brenda-d-doty-lutcf-clu-cpc) on 9/8/25 9:42 AM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/NAIFA%20State%20Logos/Arkansas-1.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/naifa-arkansas-trust-fund) Dear Colleague, I am writing to you on behalf of the NAIFA-Arkansas Trust Fund. This fund was established in 1975 by the Arkansas National Association of Life Underwriters, which was founded in 1890. In 1991 the NALU changed the name to the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors to reflect its broader scope beyond life insurance. NAIFA advocates for its members as well as the public interest, provides education, and training, promotes ethical business practices, and offers networking opportunities for financial professions. [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/naifa-arkansas-trust-fund) ###### Topics: [#NAIFAProud](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/naifaproud) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) ###### 3 min read ## [Upcoming Events](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 7/15/25 10:57 AM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/NAIFA%20State%20Logos/Arkansas-1.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events) Join your fellow NAIFA-Arkansas members for the following our upcoming events. [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events) ###### Topics: [Networking](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/networking) [Continuing Education](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/continuing-education) [Webinar](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/webinar) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) [Membership Meeting](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/membership-meeting) ## [Happy Independence Day NAIFA-Arkansas!](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/happy-independence-day-naifa-arkansas) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 7/2/25 10:51 AM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/Social%20Media%20Holidays/4th%20of%20July.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/happy-independence-day-naifa-arkansas) As we celebrate the birth of our nation, NAIFA extends warm wishes to you and your families for a joyful and safe Fourth of July. This day reminds us of the power of freedom, the strength of community, and the importance of service — values we proudly uphold in our work and in our lives. Enjoy the fireworks, celebrate with loved ones, and take a moment to reflect on the opportunities we share as Americans. [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/happy-independence-day-naifa-arkansas) ###### Topics: [#NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/naifa-arkansas) ###### 2 min read ## [Upcoming Events for May](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events-for-may-0) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 5/13/25 4:02 PM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/NAIFA%20State%20Logos/Arkansas-1.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events-for-may-0) Join your fellow NAIFA-Arkansas members for the following May Events. [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events-for-may-0) ###### Topics: [Networking](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/networking) [Continuing Education](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/continuing-education) [Webinar](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/webinar) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) [Membership Meeting](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/membership-meeting) ## [2025 NQA Awards](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/2025-nqa-awards) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 5/5/25 4:42 PM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/Award-logos/NQA.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/2025-nqa-awards) **2025 NAIFA Quality Award Submission are OPEN!** Application deadline is June 30, 2025 The NAIFA Quality Award provides advisors at any career stage the opportunity to demonstrate a commitment to excellence. This includes: [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/2025-nqa-awards) ###### Topics: [Awards](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/awards) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) ## [Help Us Highlight Our Members](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/highlight-our-members) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 5/2/25 3:03 PM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/naifalogo-blog.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/highlight-our-members) Do you have a story to share about the work that you, or a fellow NAIFA member, do to serve Main Street USA and increase financial literacy? [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/highlight-our-members) ###### Topics: [#NAIFAProud](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/naifaproud) [Member Spotlight](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/member-spotlight) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) ###### 1 min read ## [Now Accepting Nominations](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/now-accepting-nominations) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 4/22/25 12:14 PM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/NAIFA%20State%20Logos/Arkansas-1.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/now-accepting-nominations) **Now Accepting Nominations: NAIFA-Arkansas Awards** Nominations are officially open for the NAIFA-Arkansas** [Financial Professional Hall of Fame](https://ar.naifa.org/financial-professionals-hall-of-fame)**and [**YAT Leader of the Year**](https://ar.naifa.org/yat-leader-of-the-year) awards! Help us recognize outstanding professionals in our industry. [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/now-accepting-nominations) ###### Topics: [Awards](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/awards) [YAT](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/yat) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) [Hall of Fame](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/hall-of-fame) ###### 3 min read ## [Upcoming Events for May](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events-for-may) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 4/18/25 11:02 AM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/NAIFA%20State%20Logos/Arkansas-1.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events-for-may) Join your fellow NAIFA-Arkansas members for the following May Events. [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/upcoming-events-for-may) ###### Topics: [Networking](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/networking) [Continuing Education](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/continuing-education) [Webinar](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/webinar) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) [Membership Meeting](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/membership-meeting) ###### 2 min read ## [Stay Connected with NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/istay-connected-with-naifa-arkansas) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 4/15/25 3:02 PM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/NAIFA%20State%20Logos/Arkansas-1.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/istay-connected-with-naifa-arkansas) At NAIFA-Arkansas we're always working to keep our members informed, engaged, and inspired. Whether it's the latest industry updates, professional development opportunities, event announcements, or member spotlights — we want you to be in the know. That’s why we’re inviting you to connect with us on **Facebook**, **LinkedIn**, X and **Instagram**! [Read More](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/istay-connected-with-naifa-arkansas) ###### Topics: [Networking](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/networking) [Social Media](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/social-media) [Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/topic/arkansas) ## [Invest in Your Future with LUTCF](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/invest-in-your-future-with-lutcf) By [NAIFA-Arkansas](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/author/naifa-arkansas-1) on 4/15/25 2:31 PM [![](https://ar.naifa.org/hubfs/LUTCF-logo-new.png) ](https://ar.naifa.org/blog/invest-in-your-future-with-lutcf) The LUTCF® designation is recognized as the industry benchmark for insurance credentials and is endorsed by the top financial firms and insurance agencies. 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