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Trusted Choice GIVE Movement is WRAPPING UP
Last chance to participate in our week of giving June 1-8, benefits Make-a-Wish South Carolina
We are in the FINAL DAYS of this year's Trusted Choice GIVE Movement, running from June 1-8. The GIVE Movement annual project led by our young agents encourages agencies, affiliates and partners to come together for a week of giving to benefit an incredibly inspirational and worthy cause. Together our donations have the potential for life-changing impact for children and families in South Carolina through Make-A-Wish South Carolina. Our goal was to be able to grant the wishes of THREE SC wish kids, and our TOP GIVERS got us halfway there. During the week of giving, we are counting on individual contributions to bring us to our $25,000 goal. Please consider donating now.  (+ More...)

Welcome New Members
Agency Members

Bates Insurance Advisors LLC
North Augusta

Copeland Insurance Services, Inc
Simpsonville

Gamecock Insurance Agency, Inc
Sumter

Herring Insurance Services
Lexington

Select Source Insurance Group
Spartanburg

Union Insurance Agency
Beaufort

Associate Members

Accentus Insurance Group
Irmo, SC

Agents Alliance Services
Denton, TX

RSI International Inc
Arlington, TX

RT Specialty
Charlotte, NC

Savvi Insurance Group, Inc.
Charlotte, NC

Young Agents Conference registration opens to Agents/Palmetto Partners next week
Aug. 10-12, returning to Sonesta Resort on Hilton Head Island, SC
Agent and Palmetto Partner registration opens June 12 for this summer's Young Agents Conference to be held Aug. 10–12 at the Sonesta Resort in Hilton Head Island, SC. This conference focuses on the professional development of the up-and-coming insurance agents within the state with a great mix of business, fun and minimal time away from the office. Features sessions on agency culture, goal setting and the agency of the future. Special discounts for first-time young agent attendees and those who register in June. Registration opens to all attendees on June 21.   (+ More...)

Please complete our annual member survey
Share primary challenges facing your agency & industry concerns
Please complete our brief member survey to share the primary challenges your agency is facing and other industry concerns. Results will be shared with our Board of Directors in their planning to ensure we stay on mission to foster an environment and provide resources to sustain member success.   (+ More...)

Now enrolling Fall IA-MBA program class starting Sept. 6
Course is ten weeks long with facilitated LIVE sessions on Wednesdays
Our new IA-MBA program is both an education and a networking program built for current and future independent agency leadership to learn skills needed to enhance their agency's profitability and success. These skills include building organizational alignment, enabling your team to better serve clients and applying financial fundamentals to build a more profitable agency. The program is 10 weeks long and combines self-paced learning with expert-led facilitated live sessions. Fall sessions start Sept. 6. Register early for the best price!  (+ More...)

See also:   Check out our upcoming LIVE VIRTUAL P&C producer pre-licensing course

MIDLANDS YOUNG AGENTS: FREE Local Networking Event June 8
Happy Hour TOMORROW at the Savage Craft brewery in West Columbia
ATTENTION MIDLANDS-AREA YOUNG AGENTS: Join other IIABSC Young Agents in your area for a networking happy hour on June 8, 2023 at Savage Craft. This event is FREE to all young agents who register in advance (by 6/5). Plan to join us after work starting at 5:30 pm for some food, drinks and good times with fellow Big "I" agents and event sponsors. Meet the SC Young Agent Committee leaders in your area and be automatically entered for a chance to win a free registration to the YA Conference to be held later this summer at the Sonesta Resort in Hilton Head, SC.  Local events also in Charleston & Greenville coming soon!!!!!  (+ More...)

MEMBER BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT: New Employee Training
Our online training platform through My Agency Campus offers interactive and engaging courses for new hires that are on demand, interactive, cost-effective and measurable. Packages include basic industry introduction, commercial/personal lines basics as well as negotiation skills, business communications and client management. Newest bundles include "Customer Service Upskill" and "Move up to Team Leader." Enter code MAC20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase. For help finding the benefits most in line with the priorities of your agency, contact our Director of Member Services, Megan Thomas.   (+ More...)

FREE webinar:  Big I Hires: Your One Stop Hiring Solution​
Join us on June 21 to learn how our member resource can help with talent recruitment 
Talent acquisition remains both a challenge and a key growth strategy for the industry. As your agency searches for effective ways to add new employees to their roster, give Big “I" Hires a try.  There will be a free webinar providing details on the variety of resources available through Big I Hires on June 21 starting at 2 pm Eastern. Topics covered include recruiting, hiring toolkits & assessments and national job boards.  (+ More...)

Why Pet Sitters Need a Home Business Insurance Policy
Your Big I membership includes access to RLI's IHB
The pet-sitting industry is booming, with many obtaining credentials and certifications and utilizing technology such as online pet-sitter directories and apps to generate business. However, these business owners can be faced with incidents such as theft, property damage, lawsuits and more. Educate your pet-sitting business owners about how they can protect themselves and their livelihoods with an RLI Home Business Insurance policy, available through your Big I membership.  (+ More...)

Nominate the 2023 Agent/Young Agent/ Industry Person of the Year
Convention awards nominations deadline Aug. 15
Our awards banquet is a highlight of the annual convention, as important industry contributors are recognized. Here is your chance to nominate the next recipients of the Hayne P. Glover Jr. Agent of the Year, Young Agent of the Year and Industry Person of the Year awards. Recipients are nominated by other members and will be awarded at this year's annual convention to be held Nov. 5-7 at The Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC.  Agenda details and registration to be announced in late July.  Awards nomination deadline is Aug. 18.  (+ More...)

FREE upcoming risk management webinar for members: "30 years in 30 minutes"
What E&O lessons has a Senior Underwriter learned during 30 years in the industry?
The Big “I" Professional Liability Risk Management team recently bid a fond farewell to veteran Swiss Re Corporate Solutions underwriter and risk manager Richard Lund as he rode off into the sunset of retirement—but not before we recorded a last session harnessing his wisdom gathered from three decades working with Big “I" agents. All Big “I" members are invited to attend a complimentary new webinar, “30 Years in 30 Minutes," a conversation between outgoing risk manager Lund and the Swiss Re staffer stepping into this role, Annette Ardler. In the 30-minute conversation, Lund shares five key steps agencies can take to prevent E&O claims. Final session broadcasting July 13 at 2 pm.  (+ More...)

Use ABEN discount code for 25 % off
Use code SUMMER before Aug. 31
Use discount code "SUMMER" at checkout for 25 percent off our entire ABEN catalog at iiabsc.aben.tv. Courses are available live or on-demand and can be browsed by category or by broadcast date. Expires Aug. 31.  (+ More...)

See also:   New ABEN courses now available