Announcements & Events

As majority whip, Rep. Tom Emmer plays a central role in shaping the legislative agenda. His leadership is informed by his experience working in the insurance industry.

Rep. Juan Vargas (D-California), spoke to Big “I” members, emphasizing why insurance is essential to the economy and why independent agent advocacy helps communities nationwide.

Get up to speed on the key issues that will be the focus of the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference and check out the lineup of congressional speakers.

Get up to speed on the five key issues that will be the focus of the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference taking place April 22–24 in Washington, D.C.

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.

Articles examined the trend of expanding telematics data, strategies to prevent errors & omissions claims after a merger or acquisition, and how artificial intelligence (AI) can cause E&O exposures.

New reports revealed widening gaps in insurance coverage and an expanding role for agents. Plus, Agency Nation Radio spoke with GEICO on its move into the independent agency channel.

Last week, the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) hosted its annual meeting in Orlando, Florida.

July started with a bang as the Big “I” secured important wins for independent insurance agencies in the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” And despite mixed results for the property & casualty market, the Big “I” 2025 Market Share Report, showed the independent agency channel is holding steady.