From Study Groups to CIC: Brooke Rypel on Earning Her Designation at Florida State

April 1, 2025
The Research Academy
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How do you earn a full professional designation before you graduate college?

Brooke Rypel, CIC a senior at Florida State University, did just that—completing all five courses to earn her Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation before graduation.

In this episode of Alliance Insights, Head of the Academy, Noelle Codispoti sits down with Brooke to talk about her journey through the FSU RMI program, her leadership in Gamma Iota Sigma, and her advice for other emerging professionals.

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Congratulations to Brooke on earning the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation. We look forward to following her journey—and possibly that sibling rivalry reunion episode in the future!

Own your potential and take the next step in your career—earn the CIC Designation today!

Advance your expertise
Earn recognition as a committed professional
Serve your clients with greater confidence

Whether you’re an agent, broker, underwriter, or risk manager, the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) program equips you with real-world knowledge taught by industry professionals.

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