HAPPY NEW YEAR: Time to renew your ACORD license one last time
IIABSC members receive complimentary ACORD forms EUL, after 2025 will renews automatically as long as you maintain your membership
Most Big I memberships include complimentary ACORD form end user licensing (those with a group gross revenue of under $50 million using an agency management system). Previously ACORD licensing required annual renewal and Big I membership verification. According to our national association, once Big I members renew their ACORD license in 2025, they will be licensed in perpetuity, as long as they remain Big I members and the Big I maintains this arrangement with ACORD. Read our state and national FAQs and information pages to learn more. (+ More...)
Spring Conference registration opens to Agents/current Palmetto Partners next week
Popular event to be held March 26-27 in Columbia, SC
Spring Conference returns to the Columbia Metro Convention Center in downtown Columbia March 26-27. Registration opens Jan. 13 for agents and current Palmetto Partners (2025 Partner pledge forms must be received prior to registering in order to redeem Partner benefits for this conference.) Registration to all other attendees opens Jan. 27. Our Spring Conference offers valuable opportunities for insurance professionals to multiply their visibility, increase their knowledge, enhance industry resources, and engage with exhibitors, new contacts and colleagues. This year's lineup includes three hours' ethics CE and a course approved for E&O loss control credit. View updated agenda and session topics on our event webpage. (+ More...)
NEW MEMBER BENEFIT: Monthly South Carolina Rate Filings Reports
IIABSC members now have access to the monthly approved Private Passenger Auto and Homeowner insurance rate filings in South Carolina in a PDF downloadable report. January-November 2024 reports available now. December 2024 expected soon. Member website login required for access. (+ More...)
NEXT MONTH: Commercial Agent Training (CAT) classroom/virtual hybrid series
Build a strong foundation in commercial lines insurance coverages
The popular IIABSC Commercial Agent Training School (CAT) returns to the classroom in Columbia AND virtually this February. This course was developed to provide comprehensive training for agents in all the major areas of commercial lines. It is perfect for new employees or those who just want a refresher course in commercial lines coverages. The CAT series helps agents build a strong foundation in commercial lines insurance coverages. Participants attend one class a week for three weeks. At the completion of all three days, participants receive a Series Certificate of Completion. (+ More...)
Big "I" Professional Liability: How does it compare?
Use our comparison checklists when analyzing E&O coverage
Our E&O program provides superior customer service and expertise, by IIABSC, and both of our primary carriers provide more than just a policy, a comprehensive risk-management program. Use our comparison checklists when analyzing coverage to find the E&O coverage that's best for your agency. (+ More...)
Achieve your 2025 Goals with the IA MBA program
Program starts March 26 | live sessions to be held on Wednesdays
Want to elevate your team’s success in 2025? The IA-MBA is a streamlined 10-week learning and networking program designed for independent insurance agents. Learn critical skills in people and financial management that will drive real results. You'll learn organizational leadership to align your team to achieve shared vision and goals, people management strategy to empower your entire team and financial mastery to build a more profitable business. This program kicks off March 26 and pairs self-paced learning with bi-weekly live sessions with your peers and industry experts for real-time coaching and discussion. Participants have lifetime access to course materials. Buy Two Get One Free promotion until Jan. 24. (+ More...)
IIABSC 2025 dues renewals - payment is now due
How to retrieve your dues invoice from our Member InfoHub
IIABSC member renewal payments are now due. Dues invoices for both agencies and corporate associates have been sent by email to the membership billing contact on record. Dues invoices can be retrieved by anyone with the proper permissions using our Member InfoHub. Payments can be made by mailing in a check or by making an online payment using the url link on your invoice. Corporate associate members who are interested in exhibiting or sponsoring events in 2025 should consider joining the Palmetto Partners program, which is also now accepting new members and renewals. Cancellations for nonpayment begins Jan. 30. View our dues payment policies. Contact Vice President Megan Huebner (mhuebner@iiabsc.com) if you are having trouble accessing your organization's dues invoice or updates are needed. Please also consider using dues renewals time to make a tax-deductible contribution to the IIABSC Foundation. (+ More...)
IIABSC Foundation Scholarship application deadline extended
Contribute to IIABSC Foundation, scholarship application deadline Jan. 31
IIABSC Foundation's scholarship program exclusively for students whose parents work for IIABSC member agencies is now accepting applications for 2025 awards. Scholarships will be $2,000 each for one year. Up to seven scholarships will be awarded, and recipients are eligible to re-apply in future years. Application and full eligibility guidelines are available on our IIABSC Foundation webpage. Deadline has been extended to Jan. 31. Please also consider a tax-deductible donation to our Foundation to support the charitable, educational, public safety and scientific endeavors supporting the industry in our state. (+ More...)
Use South Carolina Winter Preparedness Week materials to help clients all season long
South Carolina Winter Preparedness Week has already passed, but you can update and share these resources with your clients all season long. South Carolina typically experiences mild winters, hazardous winter weather events like snowfall, ice storms, and extreme cold can impact the entire state. Winter storms can create dangerous conditions, including closed highways, blocked roads, black ice, downed trees and power lines, and the potential for hypothermia. Coastal and inland areas may also face flood risks from winter storms. Help your clients remember to update their supplies early while demand is low. Find resources and tips on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division website. (+ More...)
2025 Education Calendar now available online
See also links to our ABEN webcast calendar
Online registration to most of our 2025 IIABSC classroom/hybrid seminars as well as CISR/AIAM/CRIS LIVE WEBINARS are now available on our online education calendar. Please pay special attention to registration instructions, as DOB and NPN are both required information for most courses. Calendar page also includes links to our ABEN webcast calendar and courses lists. (+ More...)
Pledge to join 2025 Palmetto Partners
Support the association year-round and receive special benefits; deadline Jan. 30
IIABSC has released the full pledge packet and is now accepting pledges to next year's Palmetto Partners program, which was created for those supporting our association's events on an ongoing basis. It guarantees high-profile exposure to agency members and other benefits. There are six levels of participation in order to work with every budget. Pledge deadline is Dec. 30; payment deadline is Jan. 30. Download full information packet or fillable pledge forms from our Partners webpage. (+ More...)
Apply now for CIC Scholarship
Covers one full institute registration, deadline Feb. 28
IIABSC is accepting member applications for a CIC Scholarship that covers the registration fee of one SC classroom or LIVE webinar institute held in 2025. Any licensed member agent or broker pursuing their CIC designation with a minimum of two years' full-time experience in the industry is eligible. Application deadline Feb. 28, 2025. (+ More...)
Use ABEN discount code for 25 % off
Use code 25WINTER at checkout
Use discount code "25WINTER" 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. New courses coming soon! (+ More...)