Big ‘I’ Members Recognized in 2025 Agent for the Future Awards
Liberty Mutual awarded four Big “I” members for embracing innovative technologies, bringing value to their customers and empowering their employees.
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Top 10 Most-Read Online Articles in Independent Agent in 2025
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.
5 Predictions for the Insurance Industry in 2026
From artificial intelligence (AI)-driven operational shifts and dynamic climate modeling to heightened cyber and privacy risks, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of transformation for the insurance industry.
3 Tips for Agents in a Growing Special Events Market
The special events market has evolved since the coronavirus pandemic, as attendees now have new expectations for events, pushing organizers and the insurance industry to do more.
Agency, Career and Coastal Growth With Kelley Carter
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we chat with Kelley Carter, president of Choice Insurance Agency, Member of Choice Financial Group in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Structure Fortification: What’s in It for Property Owners?
For homeowners and business owners, updating their structures comes down to one key question: Is it worth spending the extra money to achieve enhanced building standards.
Special Events: Post-Pandemic Trends Prompt Carriers to Tighten Coverage Terms
For agents operating in the market, it’s imperative to understand the transformation that has taken place since the coronavirus pandemic, including changes to event formats, event planning, and audience expectations.
3 Ways to Make Sure Your Marketing Reaches the Right Prospects in 2026
For small and midsize independent insurance agencies, 2026 is the best and the hardest time to market a business. The industry is steady, technology is smarter and customers are always within reach. Yet, staying visible in a nonstop digital world takes more energy than ever.
Mastering Media Coverage and Giving Interviews
As an independent insurance agent—whether you’re a solo practitioner, a small business or a growing large agency—strong PR can help you connect with your audience, protect your reputation and stand out in a crowded world.
Declaration of Independents: Kelley Carter
Communication is the name of the game in the challenging coastal insurance market—and Kelley Carter, a communication and business major, has applied that wholeheartedly.
