The Institutes Knowledge Group Named SITE Award Winner for Outstanding Leadership and Support for a Third Time

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The Institutes Knowledge Group—who helps professionals build foundational, technical, and leadership skills to stay ahead of evolving trends in risk management and insurance—is recognized for providing exceptional support to SITE, its members, and RMI professionals as a whole.

MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
The Institutes Knowledge Group has once again been recognized for doing what they do best: educating and elevating the skillsets of those in the risk management and insurance disciplines. At the 2025 Society of Insurance Trainers and Educators (SITE) Conference, The Institutes Knowledge Group was presented with the prestigious SITE Corporate Award, which recognizes one organization that has shown unmatched dedication, leadership and generosity toward advancing training and education in insurance.

This marks the third time The Institutes Knowledge Group has received this honor since the award's inception in 1992. In that time, the organization developed a strong partnership with SITE based on their shared goals of helping RMI professionals develop the skills and expertise needed to create a more resilient world. This includes providing multiple members to sit on SITE’s board, including Diane Hanlon, Head of Sales and Market Development, and Eric Czerwin, Regional Sales Account Executive. Notably, The Institutes Knowledge Group helped SITE establish their Mentor program by facilitating its creation and providing management of the program, which empowers seasoned professionals to mentor new trainers in risk management and insurance.

“This award is deeply meaningful because it reflects the relationships and common goals we’ve built with SITE over many years,” said Adam Carmichael, CPCU, president of The Institutes Knowledge Group. “We’re honored to stand alongside an organization that’s as committed as we are to championing professional development in insurance.”

The Institutes Knowledge Group is dedicated to empowering those in risk management and insurance to help others in need through professional development. By supporting individuals with their educational journey, assisting companies in developing effective learning and development programs, or building lasting partnerships with organizations like SITE, their commitment is clear.

"The SITE Corporate Award is presented to member firms that demonstrate outstanding support for our organization and its members,” said Michael Koscielny, president of the Society of Insurance Trainers & Educators. “The Institutes have consistently exemplified this commitment: providing four team members to serve on our board, sponsoring speakers through generous financial support, and—most importantly—co-authoring our Train the Trainer program, the cornerstone of SITE's foundational training."

As the risk management and insurance landscape continues to evolve, there is an ever-growing need for comprehensive training and education. That's why The Institutes will continue to support learning and development goals for those interested in RMI with their practical Institutes Designations, online courses, leadership education programs, and more now and into the future.

About The Institutes Knowledge Group

The Institutes Knowledge Group, part of The Institutes, helps people build foundational, technical, and leadership skills to stay ahead of evolving trends in risk management and insurance. We offer more than 25 practical Institutes Designations, including CPCU^®, along with online courses, collegiate studies, and executive and leadership education programs, all focused on the business of risk management and insurance. For more information, visit The Institutes Knowledge Group’s website.

CPCU is a registered trademark of The Institutes Designations LLC.

About The Institutes

The Institutes® are a not-for-profit comprised of diverse affiliates that educate, elevate, and connect people in the essential disciplines of risk management and insurance. Through products and services offered by The Institutes and nearly 20 affiliated business units, people and organizations are empowered to help those in need with a focus on understanding, predicting, and preventing losses to create a more resilient world. Learn more at Global.TheInstitutes.org.

About Society of Insurance Trainers and Educators

The Society of Insurance Trainers and Educators (SITE) is a professional association dedicated to providing resources, networking, and support to individuals and organizations involved in the training and development of insurance professionals. Founded in 1946, SITE serves as a vibrant community where trainers, educators, and learning leaders explore emerging trends and share best practices to advance the effectiveness of insurance education. Through its conferences, certification programs, and thought leadership, SITE helps elevate professional development standards across the insurance industry. For more information, visit www.insurancetrainers.org.