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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 Lapse Possible as Congress Finalizes Government Funding

Congress is working to finalize legislation to keep the federal government open beyond Friday, Jan. 30, when current funding expires. In November, Congress passed a continuing resolution that allowed Congress to continue its work on the 12 appropriations bills to fund various federal departments and programs. Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives completed its work on all 12 bills. To date, the U.S. Senate has passed six of those bills and is attempting to pass the remaining six this week. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is one of the federal programs at risk of lapsing if an agreement is not reached. Should a lapse occur, FEMA generally posts information on its website and has released a memorandum outlining procedures for such a lapse. The memorandum released in November 2025 provides an example. The Big “I” will continue to work with Congress and the administration to avoid a lapse in the NFIP and advocate for a workable federal policy regarding flood insurance. However, insurance agents and brokers who sell and service NFIP policies should get in touch with the Write Your Own companies they work with if they have questions about procedures in the event of a lapse in NFIP authority.[+]
CONDITIONS: 

Winter Storm THreatens South Carolina

As you work to prepare your clients and community for the threat of the upcoming winter storm, use the contact information on this page to update IIABSC on ways we can help your agency and/or staff. We will update this page as we receive information and links relating to storm damage in South Carolina. Bookmark and check for updates.[+]
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. [+]
 

IIABSC Inclement Weather Policy

In the event of inclement weather in the area where an IIABSC seminar is being offered, a decision will be made by 6:30 a.m. on the morning of the class. Participants should click link to view decisions or contact the hotel facility for updated information. PLEASE do not attempt to drive to a seminar if you feel the conditions are unsafe.[+]
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