vol. 2025, ed. 17
IIABA releases 2025 Best Practices Study
Congrats to our South Carolina Best Practices Agencies
Best Practices agencies continue excellent organic growth and profitability, according to the recently released 2025 Best Practices Study by the Big “I” and Reagan Consulting. The Best Practices Study provides benchmarks and insights from high-performing agencies for all independent insurance agencies to use to strengthen their foundations for the challenges the market may bring in the coming years. Four IIABSC member agencies - CSP Insurance Services, Irmo Insurance Agency, Peoples Underwriters and South Carolina Insurance Brokers - are among the Best Practices Agencies. (+ More...)
VP Megan Huebner named among Rising Stars of the industry
Recognized by Insurance Business America as among the best insurance professionals under 40
IIABSC Vice President Megan Huebner has been named among the Best Insurance Professionals Under 40 in the USA by Insurance Business America. Their Rising Stars were announced earlier this summer during their FutureFest event. The annual initiative, now in its 11th year, seeks to highlight individuals positioned to take on future leadership roles in the insurance sector. Candidates were evaluated on their key accomplishments, and contributions to the industry’s development. Final selections were made by an independent panel of judges drawn from various areas of the insurance community. Congratulations also to IIABSC agency member Cole Gore of HUB International for also being named a Rising Star. (+ More...)
Annual convention registration open to all attendees - hotel block expires Sept. 5
To be held Oct. 12-14 at the Westin Resort & Spa in Hilton Head Island, SC
Registration to this year's annual convention (Oct. 12–14 at the Westin Resort & Spa in Hilton Head Island, SC) is now open for all attendees. This year's event features exhibit hall and keynote discussing the evergreen topic of how to minimize the stress of change in your agency. Other speakers will provide markets and industry updates. Palmetto Partner Contacts, watch your email for information on complementary space in the printed program. Exhibit Hall has SOLD OUT. Hotel block and special agent discounts expire Sept. 5. Sponsor deadline is Sept. 17. Pre-registration closes Sept. 24. (+ More...)
CHARLESTON AGENTS: FREE Local Networking Event Sept. 18
Agents Happy Hour next month at Holy City Brewing in North Charleston
Lowcountry Agents: Join us for a networking happy hour brought to you by our award-winning Young Agents Committee on Sept. 18 at Holy City Brewing (1021 Aragon Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405) in North Charleston, SC. Thanks to our generous sponsors, this event is FREE to all agents! Plan to join us after work starting at 5:00 pm for some food, drinks and good times with fellow Big "I" agents, industry leaders and event sponsors, including ISURITY. More sponsors needed. Please contact Stacy Boan if interested in sponsoring. The event is open to agents of all ages. Please also encourage your agency's Young Agents to attend, meet our Young Agents Committee leaders and get plugged in with our SC YA Program. BRING BUSINESS CARDS FOR DRAWINGS! (+ More...)
Becky McCormack draws the winner of our Member Survey Drawing
Winner to receive a $250 gift card
Thank you to everyone who participated in our annual member survey. It helped tremendously for the Board of Directors to set a path and a direction for our association for the next three years. As promised one participant was chosen randomly to receive a $250 gift card. Watch our video to see the drawing and who won! (+ More...)
Check out Young Agents Mentorship Guide
Intended to help provide structure to one-on-one or small group mentorship meetings
IIABA's Young Agents program have released their Young Agents Mentorship Guide to help structure one-on-one or small group mentorship meetings with young agents. It includes a prep-work outline, foundational meeting agenda, sample agenda for recurring meetings, goal exploration activities and worksheets for developing daily habits. (+ More...)
LAST CHANCE: Take the upgraded Catalyit Tech Assessment
IIABSC technology partner Catalyit has rebuilt their Agency Tech Assessment from the ground up—and it’s now an even better way to evaluate your agency’s technology, spot opportunities and plan your next move. The new assessment offers: a faster, cleaner interface, tailored insights based on your agency’s size and goals and clear, actionable recommendations. Agency IIABSC members receive free BASIC access to Catalyit, which includes their TechTips newsletter and solution provider profiles. Upgrade to FULL ACCESS for only $17/month to view on-demand videos, solution guides and the newly redesigned Agency Tech Assessment. (+ More...)
See also from Catalyit: Automation That Works: Real-World Wins for Insurance Agencies
Read the latest edition of SC Agent & Broker magazine
Summer 2025 edition
The latest edition of SC Agent & Broker magazine is hitting mailboxes, but you can also read it online. Our summer edition spotlights the upcoming annual convention in Hilton Head, IIABSC Foundation 2025 scholarship recipients, photo recaps of Spring Conference and Young Agents Scholarship Golf Tournament as well as articles on Gen Z workforce, skills-based hiring and tips for getting the most out of your internships. (+ More...)
Use ABEN discount code for 20% off
Use code Summer20 at checkout
Use discount code "Summer20" at checkout for 20 percent off our entire ABEN catalog at iiabsc.aben.tv. Discount cannot be applied to bundled courses. Courses are available live or on-demand and can be browsed by category or by broadcast date. (+ More...)
Use My Agency Campus discount code for 20% off all bundles
Use code MAC20 at checkout
Use discount code "MAC20" at checkout for 20 percent off all course bundles at My Agency Campus. MAC courses are on demand, cost effective, measurable insurance coverage training for your team. Great for new employees and emerging leaders. (+ More...)