Big ‘I’ President & CEO Selected as a Top Lobbyist by The Hill Newspaper
Charles Symington, Big “I” president & CEO, was named among the top trade association lobbyists in the nation’s capital this year.

Charles Symington, Big “I” president & CEO, was named among the top trade association lobbyists in the nation’s capital this year.
The $100,000 donation will further the fund’s mission to support industry personnel impacted by catastrophes. Liberty Mutual, Safeco and State Auto have also pledged to donate annually to the fund.
All eyes were on the presidential election in November and what the results will mean for the independent agency channel. Additionally, a federal court struck down the Department of Labor’s overtime rule.
Four Big “I” members were recognized for bold approaches to solving problems, willingness to be first adopters of innovative technology and commitment to giving back.
With a 96% success rate and $2.5 million disbursed to 278 federal campaigns, InsurPac continues its mission to amplify the voices of independent agents by supporting candidates who champion the insurance industry.
The decision has wide-reaching implications for both employers and employees across the country, as it alters the criteria for determining overtime eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
In this short video, Charles Symington, Big “I” president & CEO, and Nathan Riedel, Big “I” senior vice president of federal government affairs, unpack the outcome of the 2024 election and its impact on the insurance industry and independent insurance agents.
The deal enables Safeco to grow its personal lines presence in 22 states as Main Street America shifts to focus exclusively on commercial lines.
The acquisition will unlock even more potential for Vertafore MGA customers by adding a modern agent portal, a powerful underwriting workbench and flexible workflow automation.
The election results are widely viewed as a mandate to fix the economy, stem the tide of illegal immigration, and take a new approach to foreign affairs with an “America first” agenda.