Announcements & Events

June brought the hard market into full focus, with companies pulling back from the property and auto insurance markets thanks to inflation, construction costs and catastrophe losses.

​The Big “I” would like to sincerely apologize for an unfortunate interview segment that was conducted at the 2023 Big “I” Legislative Conference between president & CEO Bob Rusbuldt and Fox News host Jesse Watters in April.

Nightmare customers and economic anxiety were balanced out by the news that the U.S. Senate has reintroduced a bill to make the 20% small business tax deduction permanent.

From ​personal auto, dog-related claims and more, all eyes were on the hardening market in April.

This week, Charles Symington, executive vice president, took charge of all day-to-day operations of the Big “I.”

Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana) spoke to Big “I” members about working with them on the Federal Crop Insurance Program, and the importance of independent insurance agents in keeping the nation’s economy strong and growing.

Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Washington), spoke to Big “I” members about the importance of advocacy and her work as chair of the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee.

John Costello, Big “I” chairman, reported on the state of the association, stating it remains strong.

The Howard Hanna Agency of Pennsylvania was recognized for its volunteer work in its community.

During the Emerging Leaders Luncheon at the Legislative Conference, the Big “I” recognized the achievements of its young agents.