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Third-Party Litigation Funding Transparency Bill Introduced in Househttps://www.iamagazine.com/news/third-party-litigation-funding-transparency-bill-introduced-in-houseThird-Party Litigation Funding Transparency Bill Introduced in HouseThe bill would require the disclosure of the financing agreement between investors and plaintiffs.10/10/2024 10:00:00 AMOn the HillOn the HillNewsRaaed Haddad
J.D. Power and Big ‘I’ Study: Quoting, Communication and Flexibility Key to Agent’s Carrier Satisfactionhttps://www.iamagazine.com/news/j-d-power-and-big-i-study-quoting-communication-and-flexibility-key-to-agent-s-carrier-satisfactionJ.D. Power and Big ‘I’ Study: Quoting, Communication and Flexibility Key to Agent’s Carrier SatisfactionFor the seventh year in a row, the Big “I" and J.D. Power teamed up to measure property & casualty independent insurance agent perceptions of their carriers.10/9/2024 4:00:00 AMIn the NewsIn the NewsNewsWill Jones
Hurricane Helene Devastates Southeast, Exposing Flood Insurance Gaphttps://www.iamagazine.com/news/hurricane-helene-devastates-southeast-exposing-flood-insurance-gapHurricane Helene Devastates Southeast, Exposing Flood Insurance GapThe disaster highlights just how alarmingly low flood insurance coverage is among Americans, particularly in areas that are farther from the coast.10/3/2024 10:00:00 AMIn the NewsFlood In the NewsNewsWill Jones
Marsh McLennan to Acquire McGriff for $7.75 Billionhttps://www.iamagazine.com/news/marsh-mclennan-to-acquire-mcgriff-for-7-75-billionMarsh McLennan to Acquire McGriff for $7.75 BillionThe transaction is expected to close by the end of 2024 and will enhance Marsh McLennan Agency's operations across commercial property & casualty insurance, employee benefits, management liability and personal lines.9/30/2024 9:55:00 AMIn the NewsIn the NewsNewsAnneMarie McPherson Spears
7 Findings From the 2024 Agency Universe Study https://www.iamagazine.com/news/7-findings-from-the-2024-agency-universe-study7 Findings From the 2024 Agency Universe Study The study looks at the independent agency ecosystem as it gains distance from the pandemic and navigates the obstacles presented by the hard market.9/26/2024 10:00:00 AMIn the NewsIn the News Announcements ＆ EventsNewsAnneMarie McPherson Spears
Big ‘I’ Installs New Chairman https://www.iamagazine.com/news/big-i-installs-new-chairmanBig ‘I’ Installs New Chairman The Big “I” installed Indiana’s Todd Jackson, owner and partner at McGowan Insurance Group in Indianapolis, as the 2024-2025 Big “I” chairman. 9/18/2024 4:00:00 AMAnnouncements ＆ EventsAnnouncements ＆ EventsNewsWill Jones
Support Available for Insurance Agents Affected by Hurricaneshttps://www.iamagazine.com/news/support-available-for-insurance-agents-affected-by-hurricanesSupport Available for Insurance Agents Affected by HurricanesThe Trusted Choice® Relief Fund is accepting donations and grant applications to help independent insurance agencies and their staff affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.10/10/2024 11:00:00 AMAnnouncements ＆ EventsAnnouncements ＆ EventsNewsOlivia Overman

 

 

Can a Property Manager Be an Additional Insured on Landlord’s DP3 Policy? https://www.iamagazine.com/strategies/can-a-property-manager-be-an-additional-insured-on-landlord-s-dp3-policyCan a Property Manager Be an Additional Insured on Landlord’s DP3 Policy? A landlord’s property management firm wants to be added as an additional insured to the policy, but the carrier requires that the property manager is listed on the deed.10/11/2024 4:00:00 AMHomeownersHomeownersStrategiesBig “I” Virtual University Faculty
5 Guidelines for Effective Cyber Protection https://www.iamagazine.com/strategies/5-guidelines-for-effective-cyber-protection5 Guidelines for Effective Cyber Protection Technology is moving quickly—and that means so are cybercriminals. It can be challenging to protect oneself from cybercrime, but these guidelines can help you and your customers prepare. 10/7/2024 10:05:00 AMSponsored ContentTechnologyStrategies
When Cybersecurity Measures Backfire: Lessons from CrowdStrikehttps://www.iamagazine.com/strategies/when-cybersecurity-measures-backfire-lessons-from-crowdstrikeWhen Cybersecurity Measures Backfire: Lessons from CrowdStrikeDiscover the lessons from the CrowdStrike outage that risk managers and insurers can't ignore.10/7/2024 10:00:00 AMSponsored ContentCyber Liability Technology E＆O Loss ControlStrategies

 

 

What AI Means for Cyber Liability and Risk Managementhttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/what-ai-means-for-cyber-liability-and-risk-managementWhat AI Means for Cyber Liability and Risk ManagementWhile artificial intelligence (AI) enhances operational efficiency and security, it also widens the cyberattack surface, leading to complex challenges for organizations.10/7/2024 10:25:00 AMCyber LiabilityCyber LiabilityMarketsOlivia Overman
Long-Term Care Insurance: The Crisis and Crossroads Facing the Market https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/market/long-term-care-insurance-the-crisis-and-crossroads-facing-the-marketLong-Term Care Insurance: The Crisis and Crossroads Facing the Market As long-term care insurance premiums have skyrocketed while availability has dwindled, agents can guide clients through alternative solutions. 10/7/2024 10:10:00 AMLife-HealthLife-HealthMarketDharam Khalsa
Travelers Launches Quantum Boat 2.0https://www.iamagazine.com/markets/travelers-launches-quantum-boat-2-0Travelers Launches Quantum Boat 2.0Quantum Boat 2.0 offers the ability to cover up to eight boats on a single policy, expedited policy issuance and highly customizable coverage options.10/7/2024 10:20:00 AMMarineMarineMarketsWill Jones
4 Reasons to Cross-Sell Surety Bondshttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/4-reasons-to-cross-sell-surety-bonds4 Reasons to Cross-Sell Surety BondsDemand for surety bonds remains strong thanks to federal government legislation funding construction and other growth areas such as fraud mitigation.9/30/2024 10:35:00 AMCommercial LinesCommercial LinesMarketsOlivia Overman
Retaining Gen Z: The Need for Tailored, Modern Benefits Enrollmenthttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/retaining-gen-z-the-need-for-tailored-modern-benefits-enrollmentRetaining Gen Z: The Need for Tailored, Modern Benefits EnrollmentAs Generation Z becomes an increasingly significant part of the workforce, employers must rethink their approach to retention and benefits. 9/30/2024 10:30:00 AMLife-HealthLife-HealthMarketsTiffany Hudspeth
From the Front Lines: Cyber Liabilityhttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/from-the-front-lines-cyber-liability_Sargent_24From the Front Lines: Cyber Liability"Small businesses are as vulnerable, or more so, than enterprise organizations," says independent agent Robert Sargent. "However, many small businesses do not acknowledge their vulnerability." 9/30/2024 10:25:00 AMCyber LiabilityCyber LiabilityMarketsOlivia Overman
3 Coverage Gaps Agents Can Highlight for Restaurant Clientshttps://www.iamagazine.com/markets/3-coverage-gaps-agents-can-highlight-for-restaurant-clients3 Coverage Gaps Agents Can Highlight for Restaurant ClientsAs the restaurant market evolves, restaurant owners need clarity on what coverage they have and where they could be vulnerable.9/23/2024 10:35:00 AMRestaurants/BarsRestaurants/BarsMarketsOlivia Overman

 

 

The Power of the Hispanic Community and Bridging Gaps in Insurancehttps://www.iamagazine.com/viewpoints/the-power-of-the-hispanic-community-and-bridging-gaps-in-insuranceThe Power of the Hispanic Community and Bridging Gaps in InsuranceHispanic influence continues to expand in the world of business, entrepreneurship and insurance, playing a key role in shaping the future of these sectors.10/10/2024 10:05:00 AMDiversity ＆ InclusionDiversity ＆ InclusionViewpointsMonica Adwani
Agency Nation Meets: Graham Blackwellhttps://www.iamagazine.com/viewpoints/agency-nation-meets-graham-blackwellAgency Nation Meets: Graham BlackwellBlackwell is responsible for Applied Systems’ strategic growth business units, including Ivans, EZLynx and Applied Pay, as well as Applied’s corporate financial functions. 9/18/2024 4:00:00 AMTechnologyTechnologyViewpointsAgency Nation
Agency Nation Meets: Nancy Germond https://www.iamagazine.com/viewpoints/agency-nation-meets-nancy-germondAgency Nation Meets: Nancy Germond Nancy Germond, Big “I" executive director of risk management and education, is a second-generation insurance professional who has written scores of risk-management articles and a book on workers compensation.8/21/2024 4:00:00 AMAgency Operations ＆ Best PracticesAgency Operations ＆ Best PracticesViewpointsAgency Nation

 

 

A Deep Dive Into the 2024 Agency Universe Studyhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/october/a-deep-dive-into-the-2024-agency-universe-studyA Deep Dive Into the 2024 Agency Universe StudyAs the channel moves past the coronavirus pandemic and into the hard market, the 2024 Agency Universe Study examined how agencies are coping with growth, revenue, digitalization and carrier relationships.10/1/2024 4:35:00 AMIn the NewsOctoberAnneMarie McPherson Spears
How the Best Practices Process Opens the Door to Growthhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/october/how-the-best-practices-process-opens-the-door-to-growthHow the Best Practices Process Opens the Door to GrowthTo get an idea of how the Best Practices process can benefit your agency, start by picking one metric, review the results, and then use the proper tools or seek education to address the performance gaps.10/1/2024 4:30:00 AMSales ＆ MarketingOctoberJennifer Becker
The M&A Market Contemplates Potential Tax Changeshttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/october/the-m-a-market-contemplates-potential-tax-changesThe M&A Market Contemplates Potential Tax ChangesInterest rates, property & casualty insurance pricing, and public broker valuations all play their part in influencing deal activity. But we may soon witness a more pragmatic impact—a change to capital gains tax rates.10/1/2024 4:25:00 AMPerpetuation ＆ ValuationOctoberBrian Deitz
How Commercial Coverage Is Shifting for AI Performance Failure Riskshttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/october/how-commercial-coverage-is-shifting-for-ai-performance-failure-risksHow Commercial Coverage Is Shifting for AI Performance Failure RisksWhile hacks and scams are among the more eye-catching ways that the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) can expose businesses, awareness of AI performance failure risks is beginning to make an impact.10/1/2024 4:20:00 AMTechnologyCommercial LinesOctoberAnneMarie McPherson Spears
A Craft Approach to Independent Agency MarTechhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/october/a-craft-approach-to-independent-agency-martechA Craft Approach to Independent Agency MarTechBuilding and optimizing marketing technology (MarTech) requires a mindset shift for agents. Fortunately, many agents may find that the approaches they take to other activities in their lives can be instructive.10/1/2024 4:15:00 AMSales ＆ MarketingOctoberStefanie Altman
Virtual Perils: The Growing Risks in the Personal Cyber Markethttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/october/virtual-perils-the-growing-risks-in-the-personal-cyber-marketVirtual Perils: The Growing Risks in the Personal Cyber MarketThe misconception that homeowners insures against a cyberattack provides agents with an opportunity to educate clients on coverage gaps and the importance of cyber insurance.10/1/2024 4:10:00 AMCyber LiabilityE＆O Loss ControlOctoberMadlyn Tombs
Declaration of Independents: Haley Andrewshttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/october/declaration-of-independents-haley-andrewsDeclaration of Independents: Haley AndrewsGrowing up in a family where insurance was a topic of conversation at the dinner table, Andrews' future in insurance was written in the stars.10/1/2024 4:05:00 AMAgency Operations ＆ Best PracticesOctoberOlivia Overman