The Blue Goose Today
We are a fraternal organization of men and women who work in the Property/Casualty Insurance Industry. We have each found reasons to give our time to Blue Goose when we all have other demands on our time.
WE ARE…
home office executives, field claims reps, auditors, underwriters, general adjusters, agents, brokers, investigators, contractors, regulators, appraisers, salvors, attorneys, engineers, and a host of others.
WE MEET…
socially and fraternally, and not as a part of any insurance company or industry group. Our mutual link is the career experience we have in our chosen field.
OUR FORMAL NAME…
is the Honorable Order of The Blue Goose, International. We have local groups, called Ponds, throughout the United States and Canada. The MICHIGAN POND is a local group, servicing the Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing areas.
WE ARE CALLED…
ganders. Our officers have titles such as Wielder of the Goose Quill, Guardian of the Pond, and Keeper of the Golden Goose Egg. We have a secret initiation ceremony.
EVERY POND…
has its own unique blend of members and of activities. Some Ponds meet in the evenings, some meet at lunch time, and some mix it up. There are fund raisers to generate money for charity. There are dinner-dances, golf outings, and Christmas parties. There are educational seminars, speakers from many backgrounds, and get-togethers with insurance commissioners and industry leaders. There are events involving multiple Ponds.
OUR CONVENTION…
is a family affair. Ganders bring their spouses and children. Activities are planned for Ganders, for non-Gander Spouses, and for the children.
THERE IS FELLOWSHIP
We are a community of interest, experience, activity, and feeling. This community nature is something larger and yet more intimate than a business association or networking group. We are genuine friends.
THERE IS EDUCATION
Many of our ponds have speakers on interesting and practical topics. Some have certified continuing education programs. Blue Goose promotes IIA, IIC, and CPCU programs. Blue Goose presents annual awards for academic excellence to individuals earning the highest grades in competitive IIA examinations. We continue to grow in our profession.
THERE IS CHARITY
The Ponds, each in its own way, provide needed support for a variety of charities. Some run specific fund raisers for specific charities. Some spread donations over several charities. We help those in need.
THERE IS LEADERSHIP
When we give ourselves in the work of Blue Goose, and when we are elected to office in Blue Goose, we gain experience in new areas. Poise and confidence is gained in the administration of activities and in the management of others. We acquire leadership skills.
THESE ARE NOT ALL OF THE BENEFITS
of membership, but they provide you an idea of what we’re about. Far better than any pamphlet is a visit to a Pond as a guest of one of our Ganders.
MOST MEMBERS…
of the property and casualty insurance community are eligible for membership. The full spectrum of the field is represented in our Ganders. This is one of our strengths. In a relaxed atmosphere, the Ponds provide Ganders a place in which to take the pulse of their industry.
WE WANT YOU TO VISIT WITH US
to meet with the Ganders, and to find out for yourself about our organization, Blue Goose.
YOU WILL FIND CHARACTER, CHARITY, AND FELLOWSHIP IN ABUNDANCE.
You will find a welcoming group of friends. You will find that a place has been saved for you. Please join us.