Southern Loss Association News

President’s Message

This year has truly flown by, and here I am writing my final President’s letter for 2025. As I reflect back to the mid-90s, I remember when I first tried to join SLA as a young adjuster—it took some time to be accepted. My sponsor back then was Mike Gates. I never imagined serving as President; at the time, I was simply enjoying the CE hours and the social events.
 
I am especially excited about our speaker for the Christmas Luncheon. I grew up knowing Joey and have watched the incredible path he traveled to earn a starting spot on the UGA National Championship Baseball Team. His testimony about that journey is truly inspiring, and I hope everyone who can will attend the luncheon and hear his message.
 
December has always been a special time for me, filled with memories of Christmas mornings with my sons as they grew up. Balancing family time during the holidays while staying available for claims can be a juggling act. In our field, we often find ourselves assisting families and businesses impacted by fires during this season. And none of us will ever forget the freeze claims of 2022—when so many families returned from holiday trips to find homes flooded from frozen pipes after widespread power outages.
 
So, take this time of year to enjoy your family and friends. It has been an honor and privilege to serve as President of the Southern Loss Association this year. Thank you for allowing me this opportunity, and I look forward to seeing you at the luncheon.

Sincerely,
Adrian Medley
President