To advocate, educate, and innovate

 

Over the years that I’ve been serving our independent agency member force, I’ve come to know many of you very well. Many topics arise such as membership benefit discussions, education sessions, convention programming, board member deep dives, and advocacy stances. One of the most common themes in the past 30+ years is that you all want to do the best you can for your customers. You are fierce advocates for them, and in turn, they’ve come to appreciate and trust your advice and counsel. 


This message is one that we can share with others in the state of Minnesota. That is why Big I Minnesota is beginning a public relations campaign, touting the multiple benefits of utilizing an independent insurance agent for consumers’ insurance needs.


Our goal is to put together a compilation of tools that you can use in your own agency to explain the benefits of working with an independent agent. Our ask is that you help us do so by submitting that story that you all know about where you helped a client. Maybe you helped a first-time homebuyer, you found a critical gap in coverage and made sure your client was covered, you helped a customer compare coverages to help them find a more affordable option, you’ve been there when a disastrous claim affected your client’s life, and many, many more.


Help us tell your stories throughout the state by submitting your 1-2 minute video HERE

It’s fast, easy, and can be done from your phone or computer. We know you have so many stories that should be shared and is the reason why you do what you do…take care of your clients.


Thanking you in advance for your stories so we can share and put you all in the forefront of the Minnesota consumers’ minds when making their insurance decisions.

 

Calling all Insurance Superheroes!


It’s time to suit up. Registration for the 2026 Big I MN INSURCON is officially open! Join us April 29–30 at the Mystic Lake Center for the largest independent insurance agent convention in Minnesota.

 

Secure your "Secret Headquarters" now: The early bird hotel rate at Mystic Lake is only $180 if you book by March 23.

 

Recharge your superpowers with fresh strategies and connect with the best in the business.


 
 

How Does Your Agency Stack Up? Why Compensation Data Matters More Than Ever

If you’ve felt pressure around hiring, retention, or pay decisions lately, you’re not alone.

The insurance talent market is tight. The workforce is aging. Compensation is more transparent than ever. And agency owners are being asked to make faster, and sometimes emotional, decisions about pay.

That’s exactly why Agency Compensation 360 exists.


 
 

2026 ACT Tech Trends Report AVAILABLE NOW

Technology in insurance isn’t slowing down — but adoption isn’t happening evenly.

 

ACT’s 2026 Tech Trends Report brings together insights from independent agents, carriers, and technology providers to highlight what’s shaping the industry right now.  

 
 

Busting the Myths on Agency Valuation


Mastering Insurance Agency Success: A Comprehensive Webinar Series on Growth, Transition, and Performance

Recruiting and retaining good producers is described as one of the most challenging parts of growing an independent agency. Although there are some general approaches to producer compensation, there are several important factors included in producer compensation that are often overlooked. In this presentation we’ll go over that many times the terms of how producers are paid can be just as, if not more important, than what a producer is paid.


Thursday, March 19, 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)


Free for Big I MN Members

$50 for Non-Members


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
April Goodin
Big I MN Executive VP
763.235.6475

Michelle Herr

Big I MN Chief Operations Officer

763.235.6476

mherr@bigimn.org

 
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