SACRAMENTO, CA, February 26^th, 2020 – The Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) is excited to announce its annual Business Expo for 2020.

The Business Expo will take place on Wednesday, April 15 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Citrus Heights Community Center. This year, the event will feature a lineup of guest speakers who are experts in their verticals while offering CE Credits. Attendees can expect speakers from companies such as LinkedIn, Ease and more.

“The Business Expo empowers insurance agents and agencies to grow their knowledge and their business,” said Mariette Lasley, SAHU Professional Development & Programs Director. The purpose of the expo is to inform and educate top of mind topics that affect the health insurance industry, including compliance, technology, legislative updates, and connecting with others in the broker industry to build collaborative relationships.

Tickets are on sale now and are $55 for members ($75 for non-members). To buy tickets, please contact sahu@bmsch.com. 

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For over 30 years, SAHU has worked to improve our members’ ability to meet the health, financial and retirement security needs of all Americans through education, advocacy and professional development.

(Sacramento, CA)—Tickets are on sale now for the 20^th Annual SAHU Crab Feed.

On January 31 from 6:00-10:00 p.m., join the Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) and the local community at the Citrus Heights Community Center (located at 6300 Fountain Square Drive in Citrus Heights) for a night of food, drinks and fun while supporting a great cause. This year’s theme is “Back to the 80’s,” and all attendees are encouraged to dress up in their best 80’s outfit.

In the past, this event has featured a live auction and raffle prizes ranging from Sacramento Kings’ Tickets, a ride-along with the Citrus Heights Police Department and VIP tickets to next year’s Crab Feed. And this year, the Dessert Silent Auction is back by popular demand.

Part of the proceeds from the Crab Feed will benefit local charitable organizations across the Sacramento region such as the Sacramento Food Bank and River Oaks Center for Children. SAHU will also make donations to the Mesa Verde High School Business Academy, whose students have helped work the Crab Feed for several years.  

SAHU would like to thank Kaiser Permanente and the many other businesses sponsoring this year’s Crab Feed, as well as Mesa Verde High School for their continuous support.

“I’ve attended the Crab Feed for the last five years, and I always enjoy the food, people and the raffles,” said Michele Meder, SAHU board member. “It’s always great to see the community come together and have fun.”

For admission, table and drink tickets or questions regarding this event, please contact sahu@bmsch.com.

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For over 30 years, SAHU has worked to improve our members’ ability to meet the health, financial and retirement security needs of all Americans through education, advocacy and professional development.

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(Washington, D.C.) – The National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) held its 28th Annual Capitol Conference on February 26-28 in Washington, D.C. The theme of the meeting was Shaping Healthcare’s Future through Advocacy. Over 800 health insurance professionals from across the country did just that by promoting sensible solutions for health insurance issues to congressional leaders.

Helen Ornellas attended this conference, both for the opportunity to learn more about healthcare reform and its impact on healthcare consumers, as well as to communicate the role of the agent and brokers to Congress. She visited with Ami Bera from California. Ornellas has been a NAHU member for 5 years; this was her 2nd Capitol Conference. Helen serves as President of the Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters, one of over 200 NAHU chapters across the country.

Capitol Conference guest speakers included key healthcare policymakers and leaders who addressed the future of health reform under the new Administration. Other presentations addressed the scope and structure of state-based exchanges, employer reporting, single-payer, medical loss ratio, improvements to Medicare, consumer protections and how businesses need to adapt to the new market reality.

“It is important that we continue to provide our members with the tools they need to stay informed about health reform and what has been implemented, while also giving them a voice to have an impact on regulations that have yet to be made,” said NAHU CEO Janet Trautwein. “We are educating agents and brokers so they know what to expect and how to best prepare and assist their clients.”

“Every year, our members look forward to engaging in an open discussion about healthcare reform with their legislators,” said NAHU President Mike Embry. “We believe there is a critical need to ensure that the healthcare delivery system is solvent, accessible and efficient. NAHU’s Capitol Conference gives us the tools we need to help our clients access the coverage they deserve at a price they can afford.”

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The National Association of Health Underwriters represents 100,000 professional health insurance agents and brokers who provide insurance for millions of Americans.

Sacramento, CA (01/29/2018) — Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) was recently recognized with Gold Certification on 01/26/2018.

Sacramento was recognized for this award as part of NAHU’s Chapter Certification Program, which is an ongoing program that recognizes excelling chapters throughout the calendar year.

“The leadership of NAHU members has a far-reaching impact on providing for the healthcare needs of individuals, families and business in their communities. We are grateful for Sacramento’s hard work with chapter development and recognize them for their efforts with this well-deserved award,” said NAHU CEO Janet Trautwein.

“SAHU exemplifies the dedication to providing the best opportunities for our members through their dedication to chapter development,” said Helen Ornellas, president of SAHU. “This year, SAHU organized food drives in our local community, held monthly meetings as part of our communications efforts and hosted quarterly social events to increase and maintain NAHU memberships. These projects and many others have set a standard of excellence in the health insurance industry that we are proud to represent.”

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The National Association of Health Underwriters represents 100,000 professional health insurance agents and brokers who provide insurance for millions of Americans.

Sacramento, CA (7/31/17) — Cerrina Jensen, former Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) president and current member, was recently recognized by Employee Benefits Adviser as one of the Nation’s top 30 most influential women in benefits advising.

This prestigious award recognizes female industry leaders for a variety of achievements, including the know-how to find substantial savings for employer clients and strengthen an organization’s bottom line, such as Cerrina Jensen does in her benefits practice with CoreMark Insurance Services.

Cerrina has been a SAHU member for over 12 years, served on its Board for 7 years and was named Board Member of the Year in 2015. She is a benefit consultant for CoreMark Insurance Service, where she has worked for the past 5 years. Cerrina lives in Folsom, CA with her husband, Aaron, and has two children Markus and Ciana.

“It gives me great pleasure to recognize Cerrina Jensen with the title of Most Influential Women in Benefits 2017. Cerrina is an expert in her field and SAHU is proud to have her as a member of our local chapter. Cerrina continues to be a mentor to our local and statewide broker community. In addition, her work at the state level with CAHU is invaluable during these times in CA. Her clients are very fortunate to have her on their side” Said SAHU President Helen Ornellas.

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The Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters represents over 200 professional health insurance agents and brokers who provide insurance for many people in our communities.

Sacramento, CA (7/27/17) — Samantha Siders recently received the Emerging Leader Award at the National Association of Health Underwriters’ (NAHU) 87th Annual Convention and Exhibition in Orlando, FL.

Samantha was recognized for this award that honors NAHU members with less than five years in the industry who have made significant contributions in connection with association volunteer service at the local, state and national level. Her commitment of time, talent and finances to the advancement of the association and health insurance shows an impressive understanding of health insurance for one so new to the industry.

“The leadership of NAHU members has a far-reaching impact on providing for the healthcare needs of individuals, families and business in their communities. We are grateful for Samantha’s leadership and recognize her for those efforts with this well-deserved award,” said NAHU CEO Janet Trautwein.

Samantha has served on the Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) Board for 4 years, currently leading the Vanguard Council. She is the Regional Sales Manager for Choice Administrators, where she has worked for the past 4 ½ years. Samantha lives in Shingle Springs with her husband, Casey, and 2 ½ year old daughter Kendyl. The Sider family will be welcoming a baby boy in January.

“Samantha Siders exemplifies the dedication that provides the best opportunities for our members through their leadership and dedication,” said Helen Ornellas, president of Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters. “This year, she organized networking events, volunteered with our local charities and hosted seminars to further our members’ educational efforts. These projects and many others have set a standard of excellence in the health insurance industry that we are proud to represent.”

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The National Association of Health Underwriters represents 100,000 professional health insurance agents and brokers who provide insurance for millions of Americans.

Sacramento, CA (7/26/17) — Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) recently received the Presidential Citation Award at the National Association of Health Underwriters’ (NAHU) 87th Annual Convention and Exhibition in Orlando, FL.

Ned Schaut, 2016-2017 SAHU President, was recognized for this award for increasing chapter membership, retaining membership, sponsoring continued education courses, hosting speakers and presentations, bolstering relationships with industry partners, and meeting with state legislators.

“The leadership of NAHU members has a far-reaching impact on providing for the healthcare needs of individuals, families and business in their communities. We are grateful for SAHU’s efforts to reach out to the public in order to strengthen membership and recognize them for those efforts with this well-deserved award,” said NAHU CEO Janet Trautwein.
Ned Schaut has been a NAHU member for over 9 years, has served on the SAHU board for 4 years and is currently serving as Past President. Ned is the President of Eureka Insurance Solutions in Roseville, CA and lives in Auburn with his wife and 5 children.

“Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters exemplifies the dedication that provides the best opportunities for our members,” said Ned Schaut, past president of SAHU. “This year, our chapter organized food and clothing drives in our local community, sent email and social media e-blasts as part of our communications efforts and hosted a Professional Development Day to further our members’ educational efforts. These projects and many others have set a standard of excellence in the health insurance industry that we are proud to represent.”

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The National Association of Health Underwriters represents 100,000 professional health insurance agents and brokers who provide insurance for millions of Americans.

Sacramento, CA (7/25/17) — Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) recently received the Pacesetter Award at the National Association of Health Underwriters’ (NAHU) 87th Annual Convention and Exhibition in Orlando, FL.

Sacramento was recognized for the Pacesetter Award for the third consecutive year. The criteria for receiving this award includes attendance at national and regional meetings, chapter management, hosting local meetings and events, communications, membership activities and growth, public service projects, media relations efforts, and continuing education.

“The leadership of NAHU members has a far-reaching impact on providing for the healthcare needs of individuals, families and business in their communities. We are grateful for SAHU’s hard work and recognize them with this well-deserved award,” said NAHU CEO Janet Trautwein.

“SAHU exemplifies the dedication that provides the best opportunities for our members,” said Helen Ornellas, president of SAHU. “This year, our chapter organized community service events, sent weekly industry updates as part of our communications efforts and hosted Luncheons to further our members’ educational efforts. These projects and many others have set a standard of excellence in the health insurance industry that we are proud to represent.”

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The National Association of Health Underwriters represents 100,000 professional health insurance agents and brokers who provide insurance for millions of Americans.