The 2002 LOMA Education Award was presented to Anna Williams, FLMI, of The Principal Financial Group. Williams was selected for her tremendous success as a former Ed Rep at Principal, and for her service to the industry as a whole as an active participant in LOMA committees and activities promoting the importance of professional education.

During Williams' nearly 15 years as Principal's Ed Rep, enrollments grew to unprecedented heights, and penetration and student performance were exceptional. In addition, Principal earned the Educational Achievement Award every year it has been given, which goes to only 10 companies worldwide that have the greatest participation in LOMA education programs.

Williams also served for 11 years on LOMA's education administration committee, including two years as chairperson. The committee was instrumental in helping design the LOMANET and I*STAR computer-based administration and testing system, and assisted when both systems were upgraded in 2000. Williams has also led workshops at six LOMA Annual Conferences.

The LOMA Education Award is the highest education honor LOMA can bestow on an individual in the financial services industry. The award is a recognition of contributions to professional development within the industry and to the FLMI program. LOMA congratulates Anna Williams.