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UPCOMING FREE WEBINAR: Hiring Top Performers in a Candidate-Driven Market
To be held Nov. 8 at 11:00 am EST
All of our agency members are somewhat struggling with talent acquisition in today's job market. Join is on Nov. 8 for a free webinar from partner IdealTraits on "Hiring Top Performers in a Candidate Driven Market," tailored specifically for independent insurance agency owners. During this 45-minute session, webinar host will delve into the 3 C's of successful hiring, ways to keep candidates engaged, identifying top-level talent with personality assessments and more. Register now for Nov. 8 webinar at 11:00 am EST. (+ More...)
Share with your clients Trusted Choice's new Hard Market Explainer video
Video can also be customized with your agency's information
In conjunction with their new Hard Market Toolkit, Trusted Choice has released a new video that explains the primary factors contributing to the hard market, including crucial information on rising premiums. This video has been specifically curated for our members and can be accessed in the “In Your Corner” campaign on the Trusted Choice site. There are several additional newly released videos there as well that may be helpful in communicating with clients. As always, resources are free to Big I agency members (member login required) and can be customized to include your agency's contact information. (+ More...)
IN MEMORIAM: Lee C. Ruef
Leland "Lee" Carroll Ruef , 85, passed away in Columbia, SC, on Oct. 16, 2023. He served as President of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of South Carolina from July 1989 to December 2005 – a total of sixteen and a half years as the organization’s chief executive officer. He was named the IIABSC Industry Person of the Year in 2005. He had a long career in media, public relations and public service prior to his time with the association. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Trinity Foundation, 1100 Sumter Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Memorial contributions can also be made to the IIABSC Foundation, 800 Gracern Rd., Columbia, SC 29210. (+ More...)
Read the latest edition of SC Agent & Broker magazine
Fall 2023 edition features 2023 Outstanding CSR of the Year
The latest edition of SC Agent & Broker magazine is hitting mailboxes, but you can also read it online. Our fall edition spotlights the 2023 SC Outstanding CSR of the Year, recaps the Young Agents summer conference, local events and GIVE movement, and features articles on independent agents using artificial intelligence and the ongoing fight for tort reform in South Carolina. If you are interested in advertising in SC Agent & Broker magazine in 2024, please contact Michelle Hughes (352) 333-3424 of Naylor Association Solutions. (+ More...)
Annual convention onsite registration now open
Join us for the 125th Anniversary Celebration, Nov. 5-7 at The Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC
Pre-registration to this year's annual convention (Nov. 5–7 at The Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC) has closed for all attendees, but onsite registration is now available online. There will also be a setup onsite for you to register using this system as well. This year's event features a sold-out exhibit hall with 75 vendors, Biltmore Estate & microbrewery tours and a special 125th Anniversary celebration following the awards banquet. Attendees will hear keynote presentation from a former Army Ranger who was part of the CIA annex security team responding to the 2012 terrorist attack in Benghazi as well as updates from the department and a special session on how independent agents can utilize artificial intelligence technology. (+ More...)
Pledge to join 2024 Palmetto Partners
Support the association year-round and receive special benefits; pledge deadline Dec. 30
IIABSC has released the full pledge packet and is now accepting pledges to next year's Palmetto Partners program, which was created for those supporting our association's events on an ongoing basis. It guarantees high-profile exposure to agency members and other benefits. There are six levels of participation in order to work with every budget. Pledge deadline is Dec. 30; payment deadline is Jan. 30. Download full information packet or fillable pledge forms from our Partners webpage. (+ More...)
IIABSC Foundation Scholarship 2024 application now available
Contribute to IIABSC Foundation, scholarship application deadline Jan. 17
IIABSC Foundation's scholarship program exclusively for students whose parents work for IIABSC member agencies is now accepting applications for 2024 awards. Scholarships will be $2,000 each for one year. Up to seven scholarships will be awarded, and recipients are eligible to reapply in future years. Application and full eligibility guidelines are available on our IIABSC Foundation webpage. Please also consider a tax-deductible donation to our Foundation to support the charitable, educational, public safety and scientific endeavors supporting the industry in our state. (+ More...)
SOCIAL MEDIA: October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Resources for social media/newsletter content on cyber defense
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, sponsored by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency of the federal government and the National Cybersecurity Alliance. Use resources found on the national website (including social media elements) to help your clients stay safe online. This year they are launching a campaign that emphasizes four simple steps to stay safe online - using strong passwords, using multifactor authentication, recognizing phishing attempts and keeping software up to date. (+ More...)
See also: Trusted Choice customizable "Insurance Explained" video series (includes Cyber Liability Protection)