Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in August
Independent Agent magazine explored how tort reform is beginning to counteract the impacts of legal system abuse, litigation financing and nuclear verdicts.
Independent Agent magazine explored how tort reform is beginning to counteract the impacts of legal system abuse, litigation financing and nuclear verdicts.
Kenneth Harper’s passion for servant leadership is what drew him to the insurance industry—and to the political arena. It’s also what prompted him to attend the inaugural Insurance Campaign Institute.
July brought the news that the property & casualty industry’s 2025 underwriting results were the strongest in a decade.
When ending a client relationship, agencies should focus on risk management, agency protection and maintaining coverage continuity during the transition.
With commercial lines competition intensifying, the onus is on independent agents to present the best picture of a client’s risk.
December looked at the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the impact of claims management on customer experience, state requirements for paid leave and time off. Plus, state regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) as well as a review of 2025’s top stories.
Throughout the year, the Big “I” and Independent Agent magazine have been hard at work, examining emerging market trends and helping you be there for your clients with the latest insights.
One thing is clear when it comes to catastrophes: Business as usual is no longer an option. Agents are in a prime position to become vocal leaders shaping resilience strategy on a community level.
The new toolkit helps independent insurance agents educate clients about legal system abuse, explain rising costs and advocate for reforms.
Throughout his career, Elliott has played a pivotal role in the Big “I” community at both the state and national levels—from chairing the Young Agents of Kansas (YAK) and the national Young Agents Committee (YAC) to championing political advocacy in his current role as chair of the state government affairs committee.