The Research Academy is a non-profit corporationA legal entity considered to be a separate tax and legal entity having an existence that is separate and distinct from its owners. More funded entirely through publication sales and affiliation contributions.  Serving as the research and development branch of The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, The Research Academy conducts and promotes practical research on all aspects of risk managementThe practice of protecting an organization from financial harm by identifying, analyzing, and controlling risk at the lowest possible cost. More and the insurance industry.  The Research Academy publishes insights within surveys and learning guides designed to provide critical data for agencies, companies, and professionals.