The National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors - Dayton was first organized as the Dayton Association of Life Underwriters (DALU) in March of 1904 when it was admitted as the 33rd association of the National Association of Life Underwriters. However, this first effort only lasted until 1910. In 1915 the Dayton Chapter was reorganized and had 48 members and the chapter attended the national meetings again. By 1917, membership plummeted to 16, and no delegates were sent to the national meeting. The local organization was in danger of relapsing, but the following year the membership increased to 40. The DALU helped to form an association for the state of Ohio. The organization grew considerably. It was not until the 1950s that the Dayton Association had serious problems. A turnover of Executive Secretaries and lost records set them back, but they pressed onwards despite the difficulties.
The members met to discuss current events in their field and invited speakers to present on related topics. Over the years speakers have spoken on a number of issues and their outreach has included blood drives, visiting high schools, and national ceremonies for the Life Underwriters.
In 1999, the National Association of Life Underwriters changed its name to National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA). The name change better described who they are and what the members do to advise consumers about their insurance and other financial needs.
From the guide to the Dayton National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA)- Dayton Records, 1951-2007, 1970-2007, (Wright State University, Special Collections and Archives)
