Build - Grow - Thrive with the Big "I"

Build - Grow - Thrive with the Big "I"

We have the tools to help you with what matters most
You’ve made the choice to build your agency on independence, but that doesn’t mean you’re alone. Join the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of South Carolina and you’re part of the Big “I”, a network of more than a quarter million independent insurance professionals nationwide that receives advocacy, market access and technical expertise from the industry’s thought leader.
Give your CSRs the path to excellence with Ultimate Account Manager

Give your CSRs the path to excellence with Ultimate Account Manager

classroom series coming to Charleston/Columbia/Greenville takes an in-depth look at day-to-day issues facing CSRs
Our Ultimate Account Manager course coming to Charleston, Columbia and Greenville in November takes an in-depth look at day-to-day issues facing CSRs in their quest to become extraordinary. Includes client management, responding to multiple producers, prioritizing work, E&O pitfalls, etc.
Fingerprinting requirement FAQs

Fingerprinting requirement FAQs

Fingerprinting requirements for ALL SC producers in effect
All licensed producers (even those who are exempt from CE) are required to submit fingerprints with their next renewal/ licensing application. See SCDOI Bulletin 2016-10 on fingerprinting and criminal history background checks as well as our list of FAQs and fingerprinting locations.
2017 Annual Convention - Be a game changer

2017 Annual Convention - Be a game changer

Oct. 13-15 at the Marriott Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, SC
This year's annual convention (to be held Oct. 15-17 at the Marriott at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach) features a new exhibit hall Monday-lunch format, a boardgame theme of "be a game changer" and a keynote speaker focused on maintaining your positivity in the midst of adversity and other things that drain us. Exhibit hall is full, and sponsorship deadline is Sept. 15. Pre-registration closes Oct. 2, but attendees will be able to register onsite.
Take another look at RLI PUP & IHB policies

Take another look at RLI PUP & IHB policies

See how you can write more business with an admitted, secure, A+ rated carrier
RLI is a smart choice for your customers and your agency. Today’s legal environment calls for extra protection for almost all your clients. Ask every new and current customer about Personal Umbrella and Home Business Insurance coverage, and you won’t have to answer the big E&O question: “If extra coverage was available, why didn’t you offer it to your client before this accident?”​

Events - Annual Convention

Oct. 15-17
The 2017 Annual Convention will be held at the Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, SC. Registration and details should open in mid-summer. [+]

Webinars ― Ethics

View this page for upcoming webinars for Ethics CE hours. Guaranteed to have at least one 3-hour course each month to fulfill your ethics hours continuing education requirement. [+]

Webinars ― Life & Health

View all upcoming webinars for Life and Health CE credit hours. [+]

Webinars ― Well-known instructors

Sometime it's nice to see a familiar face. These webinars feature instructors who regularly teach live classroom courses in SC as well. [+]
Rules & Regulations: 

Steps to renew your Producer License - EVERYONE MUST BE FINGERPRINTED BY INTENTOGO

In the past several months we’ve had at least a dozen agents contact us in bewilderment at why their license had lapsed. There are several steps to complete to renew your license, and overlooking any one of them will result in your license lapsing or cancelling! Remember, agents must renew their license by the last day of their birth month. Those born in even-numbered years renew in even-numbered years. Those born in odd-numbered years renew in odd-numbered years. EVERYONE must be fingerprinted by Indentogo, even those who are exempt from CE.[+]
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS: 

SCDOI Bulletin 2017-04: Recent legislative changes to liquor liability

As explained in our recent legislative session recap, all establishments that serve alcoholic beverages for onsite consumption must now carry a minimum of $1 million in liability insurance and insurors are required to notify the SCDOR if coverage lapses or is terminated. View SCDOI Bulletin 2017-04 explaining the specific changes as they apply.[+]
COVERAGES: 

Could your agency weather a data-security breach?

Responding to a data breach is a costly and complicated process requiring assistance from many different professionals. The average cost of notification-law compliance is $200,000, and failing to notify affected individuals “without unreasonable delay” could cost your agency up to $1.5 million in fines. ​​​​IIABSC has partnered with Arlington/Roe & Co., Inc. to offer members an exclusive program to help protect their agencies from data security breaches.[+]
MANAGEMENT: 

ACT helps you protect your agency's data

The Agents Council for Technology (ACT) Security Issues Work Group has collected several resources all on one place to help you protect your agency against tomorrow's threats. Review their Security Issues Guide webpage to understand risks, discover solutions and check out the wealth of resources available. Summary pocket version also available for download.[+]
BIG "I" MARKETS: 

Big "I" Markets Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to your questions about Big "I Markets, our members-only online market access program. Questions include how to register and where to find a list of products available in South Carolina.[+]
COVERAGES: 

E&O Coverage Comparison Checklist

Compare the Big "I" Professional Liability Program and Policy through SwissRe Westport and see why our track record of experience, stability and expertise is second to none.[+]
BRANDING: 

Looking for Big "I" logos or Freedom Campaign materials?

Find logo files and customizable Freedom Campaign materials at the new Trusted Choice Agents Resource Center. IIABSC website member login required. [+]

“Big Six” Releases Tax Reform Framework

WASHINGTON, D.C., September 27, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released a statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry, and government affairs. [+]
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