Modern Woodmen of America has recently earned the Excellence in Education Award from the Life Office Management Association. Of 1,200 member companies worldwide, only 85 organizations earned the recognition in 2009.
This is the seventh time Modern Woodmen has received the award.
The Excellence in Education Award recognizes companies developing human resources through the use of LOMA's professional education and learning programs.
To be eligible for this award, an organization must be a member of LOMA and enroll in a minimum of 20 examinations during the calendar year. Other criteria include :
· Exceptional pass rates for LOMA examinations (historically an average of 85 percent or higher)
· Growth in LOMA examination enrollments from the previous year
· Ongoing support and promotion of LOMA educational programs
At Modern Woodmen, 48 percent of employees hold the Fellowship Life Management Institute designation, a 10-course, professional development program for the insurance and financial services industry.
Modern Woodmen will be honored during the LOMA Annual Conference Sept. 13-15, 2009. Gerald P. Odean, retired National Secretary of Modern Woodmen, will accept the award.
Founded in 1883, Modern Woodmen of America touches lives and secures futures. The fraternal benefit society offers financial services and fraternal member benefits to individuals and families throughout the United States.
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