Announcements & Events

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

This year’s conference made one thing clear: artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a buzzword—it’s becoming a daily tool reshaping how agencies quote, renew and serve clients.

September highlighted the impact of nuclear and thermonuclear verdicts on the commercial auto market, signs of improvement in the property & casualty industry, and the Big “I” welcoming Angela Ripley as the new chair.

Agents wanted to know how to handle a demand to add language to a certificate of insurance (COI), as well as the top five workers compensation codes that agents get wrong.

Best Practices agencies continue excellent organic growth and profitability, according to the 2025 Best Practices Study by the Big “I” and Reagan Consulting.

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.

Erie Insurance and Philadelphia Insurance Companies grappled with extended system outages, prompting errors & omissions concerns for independent insurance agents.

The new toolkit helps independent insurance agents educate clients about legal system abuse, explain rising costs and advocate for reforms. 

Charles Symington, Big “I” president & CEO, participated in a panel at the 2025 Insurance Information Institute’s Joint Industry Forum in Chicago.

On Saturday, Independent Agent magazine is getting a makeover. With updated design and improved navigation, it will be even easier for you to find the content you love.