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Events ― Spring Conference

March 25-26, Columbia Metro Convention Center, Columbia, SC
Spring Conference returns to the Columbia Metro Convention Center in downtown Columbia with the best and safest conference options possible to our members while following all guidelines and restrictions. Conference agenda and registration details open in early January including a priority registration period for agent members and our Palmetto Partners. [+]

Events ― YA Scholarship Golf

April 27, Fort Jackson Golf Club, Columbia
All proceeds of this tournament benefit the IIABSC Young Agents Scholarship Fund to support educational leadership and networking opportunities for SC young agents. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A YOUNG AGENT TO PLAY! [+]

Events ― EMPOWER HER Conference

May 20, 1011 Galleria, Camden
Join us for a remarkable day of celebrating the growth and leadership of women in all aspects of the insurance industry. Connect with like-minded professionals, build valuable relationships, and expand your network as we delve into the hot topics and challenges that women face in the insurance industry. Through interactive sessions, peer-to-peer co-mentoring, and panel discussions, you will gain insights from industry leaders and discover new ideas that will ignite your professional journey. [+]

Events ― Young Agents Conference

Aug. 6-8, Hyatt Regency Hotel Greenville, SC
The Young Agents Conference is held every summer and focuses on the professional development of those in your agency age 40 or younger. Program is geared toward their interests. REGISTRATION OPENS TO AGENTS & PALMETTO PARTNERS IN THE LATE SPRING. Click to view event page for details. [+]

Events ― Annual Convention

Oct. 18-20, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Greenville, SC
Multi-day event with trade show on Greenville Main Street for our annual convention this fall. Agenda, room block and other details will be publicized in mid summer. Palmetto Partners will have at least one week priority registration for exhibit hall and additional sponsorships. [+]

Classroom ― Commercial Agent Training (CAT)

Hybrid Classroom/Virtual courses coming in February & September 2026
Our LIVE VIRTUAL/Classroom hybrid training series is designed to help agents train new employees in commercial insurance with a broad understanding of the property and liability loss exposures faced by most commercial clients and the insurance coverages used. [+]

Classroom ― Ultimate Account Manager

LIVE VIRTUAL/Classroom Hybrid course coming in June
Our Ultimate Account Manager coursel is much more than your typical customer service training. This series 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. [+]
THE HILL: 

NFIP Retroactively Reauthorized Until Jan. 30, 2026

The longest federal government shutdown in history is finally over. After 43 days, Congress passed a funding package through a continuing resolution funding the federal government through Jan. 30, 2026. It includes a retroactive reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for the period that the program lapsed.[+]
AT THE STATE HOUSE: 

Tort Reform in South Carolina - Governor signs tort reform bill H 3430

The final tort reform bill (H. 3430) was signed into law on May 13, 2025. Modifications were made to joint & several liability, liquor liability requirements, insurance reporting requirements, captive insurance, risk mitigation programs and repercussions for DUI drivers. Effective date is Jan. 1, 2026. As you know, tort reform in South Carolina has been much needed for years. There were several loopholes in the law that could hold a business unfairly accountable. Special thanks to our members! Your involvement was crucial in shaping a more sustainable business climate and insurance market in South Carolina. View section-by-section analysis of the bill on our tort reform resource webpage.[+]
LICENSING: 

TIPS FOR PRODUCER RENEWAL & CE COMPLIANCE

We pulled these tips for producer licensing renewal and CE compliance directly from the SCDOI's website.[+]
WEBSITE HELP: 

Big I website login not working? Try resetting your password

Sometimes the Big I website logins don't work even after you've verified both username and password have been entered correctly. If that happens, try resetting your password using the "Forgot your password?" link on the sign-in screen. [+]
BRANDING: 

Looking for Trusted Choice customizable marketing materials?

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