NAIFA-Raleigh Announces Local Hero, James Worthy, Will Kick-off 2010-2011

Sept. 14, 2010 - PRLog -- NAIFA-Raleigh will be opening its doors to the public for this motivational and powerful address. His message, “Building a Championship Organization”, will describe his experiences as an NBA Champion as well as his stand-out career at UNC-Chapel Hill and will focus on leadership, resilience and commitment.

“We are very grateful to have James be the keynote speaker at our kickoff meeting for NAIFA-Raleigh,” said Will Smith, President of the association. “We feel that this is a fantastic opportunity for our members as well as the local community. We hope everyone feels most welcome to attend this event and hear from a successful champion and fine individual like James Worthy.”

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 from 11:00 - 1:30 at the RBC Center. Tickets start at $25 in advance or will be $35 at the door (tickets are FREE for any new or current members of NAIFA), and will include lunch. To purchase tickets and/or RSVP, please contact Bonnie Holloman at 919.607.1370 or via email at bonnie.holloman@yahoo.com.

About NAIFA
NAIFA comprises more than 700 state and local associations representing the interests of approximately 200,000 agents and their associates nationwide. NAIFA members focus their practices on one or more of the following: life insurance and annuities, health insurance and employee benefits, multiline, and financial advising and investments. The Association’s mission is to advocate for a positive legislative and regulatory environment, enhance business and professional skills, and promote the ethical conduct of its members.

About James Worthy and Worthy Enterprises
James Ager Worthy (born February 27, 1961 in Gastonia, NC) is a former UNC-Chapel Hill and LA Lakers basketball player, who was enshrined in 2003 into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Named as one of the 50 Greatest Player in NBA History, “Big Game James” was a seven-time NBA All-Star and three-time NBA champion. A standout for the North Carolina Tar Heels, the 6ft 9 inch small forward was the MVP of the 1982 NCAA Tournament and the #1 pick of the 1982 NBA Draft. Currently, as of the 2009-2010 NBA season, Worthy co-hosts LTV, the pregame and postgame show for Lakers road game telecasts on KCAL-TV in Los Angeles, and also serves as an NBA analyst for KCBS-TV in Los Angeles. In addition, as CEO of Worthy Enterprises, Worthy engages with companies to help them enhance sales and marketing initiatives, improve company culture and teamwork, charitable fundraising, and community relations. Worthy also dedicates a substantial amount of his time and resources to support non-profit community organizations such as the Boys & Girls Clubs, Big Brothers of America, YMCA, and others.

# # #

The Association’s mission is to advocate for a positive legislative and regulatory environment, enhance business and professional skills, and promote the ethical conduct of its members.