vol. 2024, ed. 17
Incoming 2024 Board of Directors and Officers elected by the membership make the oath of office, sworn in during the 2023 Annual Convention in Asheville, NC. (L to R:) Jennifer Hincapie, Andrew Deese, Bret Carter, Robbie Nalley, IIABA Chair Mike McBride, Jay Taylor.
2025 Board of Directors & Officer Nominations
To be presented at in-person annual meeting Oct. 14 in Hilton Head Island, SC
The IIABSC Nominating Committee has announced the following officer and director nominations that will be presented at the 2024 annual member meeting starting at 8:00 am on Oct. 14 in Hilton Head Island, SC. Proxy ballets were sent by email last week for members unable to attend. (+ More...)
2024 Best Practices Study Update Released
Best Practices agencies continue excellent organic growth and profitability
Best Practices agencies continue excellent organic growth and profitability, according to the 2024 update of the Best Practices Study by the Big “I" and Reagan Consulting, now available on IIABA website. The Best Practices Study analyzes takeaways from nominated Best Practices firms throughout the nation that have been recognized for outstanding management and financial achievement in categories such as income and expense distribution; revenue and profitability growth; sales and service staff compensation and productivity; technology expenses; and property & casualty and life-health carrier representation. Four IIABSC member agencies - CSP Insurance Services (Florence), Irmo Insurance Agency (Irmo), Peoples Underwriters (Conway) and SC Insurance Brokers (Greenville) - are among the agencies studied. (+ More...)
See also: Become a Best Practices Agency for next study cycle (starting in 2025)
National ABEN Day offers 5 hours free CE
Broadcasting Oct. 16 from 11 am - 5:00 pm
Join us for National ABEN Day on Oct. 16 for up to five hours of FREE CE! We are excited to provide three highly relevant topics to provide invaluable insights and strategies in response to crisis, chaos and calamities. You can take one, two or all three and only pay the state CE filing fee. Presenters will be available in the forum for questions and interaction with agents from around the country. Prizes and giveaways will also be part of the day. Register now through our ABEN page. PLEASE NOTE: We will charge a CE filing fee depending on the number of hours taken. Cost for all 5 hours is $5. (+ More...)
FREE WEBINAR on Sept. 26 for Annual Convention attendees
Featuring Zach Giglio, SPONSORED BY IIABSC PALMETTO PARTNERS
THANKS TO OUR PALMETTO PARTNERS, all 2024 Annual Convention attendees who register prior to Sept. 6 will be invited to attend our upcoming webinar on "Transforming Your Agency with AI: Enhancing Client Services and Upholding Your Values," to be held Sept. 26 (11:00 am - 1:00 pm Eastern) with featured speaker Zack Giglio. This webinar is approved for 2 hrs. P&C credit. A COMP CODE to register will be sent to all who qualify. Three days prior to the webinar, all registered attendees will be sent instructions on how to access the webinar. This additional CE opportunity is leading up to the IIABSC 2024 Annual Convention, but anyone may register ($35 for members/Partners and $55 for nonmembers) even if they are not attending convention. Find details on registration page. (+ More...)
IA MBA program back this fall starting Sept. 26
Program aims to help participants develop a focused approach to strategic planning
As an independent agency leader, you’re probably juggling 10,000 priorities right now. To hone in on what’s essential for your team and agency, you need solid goals and a plan to achieve them. In the IA-MBA program through Goalmakers, you will join a cohort of agency leaders nationwide for a 10-week learning and networking program that combines self-paced learning with expert-led facilitated live sessions. This practical program is designed to help you develop a focused approach to strategic planning that will keep your team focused on achieving your vision. Our fall session starts Sept. 26 with weekly LIVE sessions to be held Thursdays from Noon-1:30 pm Eastern Time. (+ More...)
Annual convention Sponsorship Opportunities STILL AVAILABLE
Join us Oct. 13-15 at the Westin Resort & Spa in Hilton Head Island, SC
Registration to this year's annual convention (Oct. 13–15 at the Westin Resort & Spa in Hilton Head Island, SC) is still open for non-exhibitor attendees. This year's event features a sold-out exhibit hall (booth assignments will be posted online Sept. 13) and keynote discussing how AI will and won't change the workforce, plus state and national industry updates and Hard Market Hero series by Kelly Donahue-Prio of Agency Performance Partners. Sponsorships still available include: opening reception bar & food stations, special activities, awards banquet host bar, banquet entertainment, closing session breakfast and general sponsorships for every budget. Sponsorship deadline to be included in event program is Sept. 20. Pre-registration closes Sept. 27. (+ More...)
SOCIAL MEDIA: September is National Preparedness Month
Resources for social media/newsletter content on disaster preparedness
September is National Preparedness Month. Use resources found on the national website (including social media elements) to help your clients make a plan to stay safe and communicate during disasters that can affect your community. The Ready Campaign in partnership with the Ad Council is also launching a series of Public Service Advertisements targeted to Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities. Those videos are also available on the resource site. Campaign materials are available in a variety of languages, including Spanish. (+ More...)
SOCIAL MEDIA: September is also Life Insurance Awareness Month
Resources for social media/newsletter content on the role of life insurance in providing financial security
September is also Life Insurance Awareness Month. Use resources found on the national website (including social media elements) to engage and educate the many Americans who live with a life insurance coverage gap. It might be the boost they need to protect their families and achieve better financial security. Specific to this year's campaign are resources that provide insights about what’s impacting life insurance ownership in 2024 and the vital role life insurance can play in providing financial security. #HelpProtectOurFamilies #LIAM24 (+ More...)