Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America

We are looking for storytellers to feature in Independent Agent magazine, on Agency Nation radio, to speak a conferences and more. Will Jones, editor-in-chief shares details on what we are looking for over the next few months, but we are always looking for fresh ideas from agents like you. #bigihasyourback #wearetrustedchoice Comment below, or complete the form and a member from our team will reach out. https://hubs.la/Q01hcPcq0

Did you miss this one? Watch Roberto Salinas, Business Development Lead from ACT Supporting Partner LULA and ACT's Executive Director Chris Cline explore an increasingly common question as agencies are faced with more technology options than ever before…to build or to buy. Hear relevant examples from inside and outside our industry, discussions of the benefits and risks associated with each option, tips that will help your business work through this complex decision, and some best practices for considering new tech. Watch now: https://hubs.la/Q02ZbpVH0

?? Empowering Independent Agents ?? At the Agents Council for Technology (ACT), we’re dedicated to providing education, insights, and tools that enable independent agents to achieve their strategic goals. But we don’t do it alone. We’re incredibly grateful for the support of our amazing partners who share our mission and are committed to helping independent agencies thrive. Their generous contribution of resources, insights, experiences, talent, and time make everything we do possible. A big thank you to Indio Technologies Inc. for partnering with ACT and supporting our incredible industry! ?? Learn more about Indio Technologies Inc. here: https://hubs.la/Q02YLm-70 ?? Discover all our fantastic supporting partners: https://hubs.la/Q02YLmkN0 ?? Find out more about ACT: https://hubs.la/Q02YLm_P0

??LIVE EVENT THIS AFTERNOON! LIMITED SPACE STILL AVAILABLE ??????Fresh Eyes, Bold Insights: A New View into the Insurance Industry Join the Agents Council for Technology (ACT) as Michael Streit, President of EZLynx shares his observations with Chris Cline, ACT's Executive Director, about technology in the insurance industry. Although he's a relative newcomer to the insurance space, Michael brings a wealth of experiences, insights, and a fresh set of eyes on how technology can better enable agencies to achieve their goals. We'll explore the key strategic pillars that he and the EZLynx team are focused on now and into the future. Come with your questions, we’d love to hear what’s on your mind! We’ll be recording the webinar and will distribute to all registrants, so even if you cannot attend, please register anyway so you don't miss out on this insightful discussion! ??Register Now! https://hubs.la/Q02YPcVj0

If you've ever watched the show “Mad Men," you may have some nostalgia for the Golden Age of advertising. In the 1960s, ad copy and television were the kings of marketing. In 1967, AT&T introduced the 1-800 number and phone call marketing changed forever. For the next 30 years, insurance agencies across the country utilized newspaper ads, phone book listings, billboards and local ads to drive phone call traffic to their agencies. Read the full article to learn more! https://hubs.la/Q02Yz35C0

Audriana Mi?i?, Lead Career Lead Commercial Account Manager at BridgeMark Insurance Solutions shared with us about how the career insurance welcomes everyone regardless of academic achievements. All you need is a strong work ethic and a genuine passion in wanting to help people.

?? Empowering Independent Agents ?? At the Agents Council for Technology (ACT), we’re dedicated to providing education, insights, and tools that enable independent agents to achieve their strategic goals. But we don’t do it alone. We’re incredibly grateful for the support of our amazing partners who share our mission and are committed to helping independent agencies thrive. Their generous contribution of resources, insights, experiences, talent, and time make everything we do possible. A big thank you to Imperial PFS for partnering with ACT and supporting our incredible industry! ?? Learn more about Imperial PFS here: https://hubs.la/Q02YKQvR0 ?? Discover all our fantastic supporting partners: https://hubs.la/Q02YKTH30 ?? Find out more about ACT: https://hubs.la/Q02YKG1F0

TOMORROW! DON'T MISS THIS EVENT! Fresh Eyes, Bold Insights: A New View into the Insurance Industry Join the Agents Council for Technology (ACT) as Michael Streit, President of EZLynx shares his observations with Chris Cline, ACT's Executive Director, about technology in the insurance industry. Although he's a relative newcomer to the insurance space, Michael brings a wealth of experiences, insights, and a fresh set of eyes on how technology can better enable agencies to achieve their goals. We'll explore the key strategic pillars that he and the EZLynx team are focused on now and into the future. Come with your questions, we’d love to hear what’s on your mind! We’ll be recording the webinar and will distribute to all registrants, so even if you cannot attend, please register anyway so you don't miss out on this insightful discussion! Register Now! https://hubs.la/Q02X3fSx0

Safeco Insurance, a Liberty Mutual company, has entered into a book transfer agreement with Main Street America Insurance for its personal lines book. The eligible renewal book covered by the agreement represents auto, home, renters, condo, umbrella, landlord, motorcycle, and RV. The deal enables Safeco to grow its personal lines presence in 22 states as Main Street America Insurance shifts to focus exclusively on commercial lines, a move the company announced in late August. Read the full article to learn more! https://hubs.la/Q02Yz2_00

In this short video, Charles Symington, Big “I" president & CEO, is joined by Nathan Riedel, Big “I" senior vice president of federal government affairs, to unpack the outcome of the 2024 election and its impact on the insurance industry and independent insurance agents. Read the full article for the link to the video! https://hubs.la/Q02Yz2580