Robert Qaoud Promoted to Alliance Coordinator

Valley Insurance Agency Alliance (VIAA), a cohesive family of over 100 independent insurance agencies in Missouri and Southern Illinois, recently promoted Robert Qaoud to Alliance Coordinator.

 In this position, Qaoud will be responsible for ensuring the alliance’s compliance, as well as seamlessly facilitating the additions of new members.  He will serve as the liaison between the alliance and its members in order to streamline operations and ensure quality involvement.  Prior to his promotion, Qaoud served in a variety of capacities for VIAA and sister company POWERS Insurance and Benefits including Processing Specialist, Resource Facilitator, and Accounting Specialist.

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