Watch: Get To Know the New Big ‘I’ President & CEO
Charles Symington began his role as Big “I” president & CEO on September 1 and recently sat down to discuss his background, values and priorities as he takes over the helm of the association.
Agency Operations
J.D. Power and Big ‘I’ Study: Agents’ Carrier Relationships in Hard Market
In the current hard market environment, independent agents are proactively shopping ahead for their clients more than they have in the past.
AN Radio: A Conversation Among Friends with Big ‘I’ Chairman Mike McBride
Three Michiganders explore the importance of actively engaging in a supportive business community.
Declaration of Independents: Ray Robertson
In 2022, Limestone Agency celebrated its 175th anniversary and, like Robertson, the agency has deep roots in the local community.
Big ‘I’ and Reagan Consulting Release 2023 Best Practices Study Update
Best Practices agencies continue exceptional organic growth and invest in young producer development, according to the latest study update.
AN Radio: Teaching the Language of Insurance with Osiris Maldonado
Osiris Maldonado is making it her mission to educate her community about insurance and provide a stable, rewarding career to her staff.
Avoiding E&O Exposure When Turning Prospects into Long-term Clients
It is possible to offer a quote without substituting your judgment for your customer’s, which is a leading cause of E&O claims.
Changing Channel: Meet Your New Big ‘I’ Chairman
Incoming chair Mike McBride is guided by the Big “I” mission statement: “To provide members with a sustainable, competative advantage.” And in today’s market, this mission is as important to Big “I” member agencies as ever.
NOAA Revises 2023 Hurricane Outlook to ‘Above Normal’
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasters are predicting 21 named storms, of which up to 11 could become hurricanes.
8 Tips to Survive the Hard Market
In a challenging market environment, here are eight ways you can prove your value to your clients and come out the other side better than ever.
