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Events ― Annual Convention

Oct. 17-19, Westin Resort & Spa, Hilton Head Island, SC
IIABSC is planning a live, in-person event with trade show in Hilton Head for our annual convention this fall. Agenda, room block and other details will be publicized in early summer. Palmetto Partners will have at least one week priority registration for exhibit hall and additional sponsorships. [+]

Classroom ― E&O Loss Control Seminars

Both virtual and classroom seminars for Loss Control credit in 2021
We are offering three opportunities to qualify for 10% Loss Control credit in 2021. One course will be available virtually in January, another in July and a third course will be held in-person in Columbia Nov. 4. Register using the IIABSC online education calendar. [+]

Webinars ― CISR LIVE webinar series

Continue earning or updating your CISR or CISR Elite designation from the comfort of your home or office
LIVE instructors & presentations in real time. Class all day with breaks and lunch hour. Q&A sessions. Participate from the comfort and convenience of your home or office. Register using online education calendar. Learn more on webpage page and short video. [+]

WEBINARS ― CIC LIVE WEBINAR SERIES

Continue earning your CIC designation or get your update from conmfort of your home or office
LIVE instructors & presentations in real time. Class all day for two consecutive days with breaks and lunch hour. Q&A sessions. Participate from the comfort and convenience of your home or office. Register using online education calendar. [+]

Webinars ― NEW ABEN Webinars

Register at iiabsc.aben.tv
Newly added webcasts to the SC ABEN webcast catalog in spring 2020. Topics includeannuity suitability, coastal exposures, builders risk, business income, claims made policies, government benefits, captive insurance and more. [+]

Webinars ― Basics & Beyond

New agent online training solution
​​​​​ABEN webcasts and the Big "I" Virtual University have partnered together to create a new series of webcasts to start participants at the basics of insurance and then take them beyond to advanced knowledge. These webcasts can be taken in any order or on their own, and there are several series package options. [+]

Webinars ― VU Monthly Webinars

Four courses approved for CE credit in South Carolina
Four courses have been approved for CE credit in South Carolina, each course has multiple live sessions scheduled this year. Topics include named insureds, new exposures, contractor coverages and natural disaster aftermath. Big "I" Virtual University webinars are taught by some of the insurance industry's leading experts. [+]

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. [+]
NEWS: 

Gulfstream P&C insolvency FAQs

Gulfstream Insurance agreed to an order of liquidation from the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation. As part of the order, ALL remaining active Gulfstream policies will be cancelled effective after midnight on Aug. 27, 2021. All updates will be posted to this page as we receive them.[+]
THE HILL: 

National Flood Insurance Program funded until Dec. 3, 2021

On Sept. 30, 2021, the president signed legislation passed by Congress that extends the National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP’s) authorization to Dec. 3, 2021. FEMA and Congress have never failed to honor the flood insurance contracts in place with NFIP policyholders. Should the NFIP’s authorization lapse, FEMA would still have authority to ensure the payment of valid claims with available funds. However, FEMA would stop selling and renewing policies for millions of properties in communities across the nation. [+]
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 and discover solutions. See also their Cyber Guide 3.0 to stay in compliance with state/federal regulations, avoiding penalties.[+]
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 Trusted Choice logos or customizable marketing materials?

Find logo files and customizable marketing materials at the newly updated Trusted Choice Agents Resource Center. IIABSC website member login required. [+]
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.[+]

2022 Big ‘I’ Winter Meeting Registration Open

Join us Jan. 5-8, 2022, in Miami.[+]

Don’t Miss VU Finals Week Dec. 6-10

Don’t miss your chance to earn up to 16 property-casualty continuing education credits online during Big "I" Virtual University Finals Week.[+]

New Webinar Opportunity: Agency Standard of Care

The Big “I" Professional Liability Risk Management team invites you to attend one of three complimentary sessions. [+]

'Choose Local' Campaign Now Includes Video

The new marketing campaign from Trusted Choice® now includes a video that can be customized. [+]

How to Become a Best Practices Agency

Register for the “Best Practices Agency Process Explained” webinar on Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. [+]
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