Eight Producers Complete 2023

Elite Force Sales Academy

Our Elite Force Sales Academy students are bound to accomplish great things! This week of in-person classes wraps up their year-long journey of becoming more well-rounded insurance producers. The small class size and one-on-one mentorship has allowed them to gain a better understanding of sales tactics while forming strong relationships with fellow agents from across the state. Read more about their journey below!

Big “I” Government Affairs November 2023 Update

To keep you informed of our government affairs advocacy, your association has summarized what the Big "I" Government Affairs team has been working on. We've also provided the content in an audio format!

Showcase Your Agency for 2023 Small Business Saturday

The Trusted Choice "Choose Local" marketing campaign is back and revamped for 2023, filled with a suite of free assets for agents to use. The campaign concept focuses on celebrating and supporting local businesses, all while highlighting the critical role insurance plays in safeguarding their future.

▶ Using your CRM to Create a Culture of Success

Customer relationship management (CRM) systems enable agencies to easily and efficiently manage leads and opportunities, automate communication with prospects and clients, track sales goals and cross-sell opportunities, and much more.

▶ Dream House: Avoid an E&O Nightmare During the Course of Construction

Is your client building their dream home? Or have they taken on a renovation project at their home? Is your client expanding their business and constructing a new building? If the answer to any of these questions is “yes," then a builders risk policy should be discussed.

▶ The Importance of Software Updates

Software is an integral part of our daily lives, from the operating systems on our computers to the apps on our smartphones. Staying on top of regular software updates is crucial for maintaining your devices’ and applications’ security, performance, and functionality. Here are six reasons why keeping your software up to date and the benefits it brings to individuals and organizations is important.

Upcoming Events

Free Virtual Event for Big 'I' Members

Independent Insurance Agents of Texas is hosting a virtual Agency Management Forum Nov. 14-16, and they've invited Nebraska agents to participate for FREE! Join us to explore strategies on how to navigate the hard market and come out stronger.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Tuesday, November 14

11:30 AM – 1:20 PM CT | Creating Superfans: How to Turn Your Customers into Lifelong Advocates w/ Brittany Hodak, an award-winning entrepreneur, author & customer experience expert

Wednesday, November 15

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM CT | Riding the Waves: Sales Strategies for Navigating a Hard Market

12:30 – 1:15 PM CT | Boosting Team Resilience: Leadership Secrets for Hard Market Success

Thursday, November 16

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM CT | Innovate to Elevate: Discovering Growth in a Hard Market

12:30 – 1:15 PM CT | Technology Unleashed: Your Key to Success in the Hard Market

Inclusive Agency Training Series Underway

The Big “I" Diversity Council is excited to offer live courses for those who prefer an interactive learning experience, as well as an on-demand option for those who prefer to go at their own pace.