Purpose
This award recognizes the person whose political involvement has most benefited independent insurance agents. The award is named for Paige Eiland of Stanton, TX, a longtime member who worked tirelessly on behalf of agents in both state and federal political arenas.
Paige was the husband of member Elaine Eiland, the father of state representative Craig Eiland and a tireless worker on behalf of fellow agents at both the state and federal levels.
2023 Paige Eiland Political Action Award Winner
Lee Loftis
Chief Legislative Officer, IIAT
Past Winners
| Year | Winner | Agency | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Lee Loftis | IIAT | Austin |
| 2022 | Sen. Larry Taylor | Texas State Senator (R-Friendswood) | Friendswood |
| 2021 | Jim Gavin | IIAT | Austin |
| 2018 | Bob Shepard | Shepard, Walton, King | Harlingen |
| 2013 | Al Boenker | Al Boenker Insurance Agency | Fort Worth |
| 2011 | Scott West | Pathfinder/LL&D Insurance Group, LLC | Houston |
| 2009 | Bill Henry | Marsh & McLennan Agency | Dallas |
| 2007 | Tom Braniff | Texas Insurance Consulting | Houston |
| 2006 | Ken Threlkeld | Threlkeld & Company Insurance | Tyler |
