Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America

Applied Systems Supports Invest in 40th Anniversary Celebration

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

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Chicago, IL, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Systems® today announced its ongoing support of Invest, the insurance industry’s premier classroom-to-career education program, with a $40,000 donation that will go directly to the organization’s first learning management system.

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Chicago, IL, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Systems® today announced its ongoing support of Invest, the insurance industry’s premier classroom-to-career education program, with a $40,000 donation that will go directly to the organization’s first learning management system.
The contribution to Invest, a program administered by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”), coincides with Applied’s 40th anniversary and reflects the company’s continued commitment to investing in the future of the industry.
A longtime Invest advocate, Applied Systems also donates software for use in insurance education courses and has supported Invest with awareness-building media campaigns.
“We are excited to further our collaboration with Invest and the Big ‘I’ and support this important mission.”
The Applied products and logos are trademarks of Applied Systems, Inc., registered in the U.S.

More Independent Insurance Agents are Shopping Premiums, Even as Carrier Satisfaction Remains at an Unprecedented High, J.D. Power Finds

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

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Independent Agent Satisfaction Study,SM released today, overall agent satisfaction with insurers of both personal lines and commercial lines has reached an all-time high, surpassing 2022’s record-setting score.

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Independent Agent Satisfaction Study,SM released today, overall agent satisfaction with insurers of both personal lines and commercial lines has reached an all-time high, surpassing 2022’s record-setting score.
Year over year, personal lines satisfaction has achieved a significant 17-point increase (on a 1,000-point scale) and commercial lines a 6-point increase.
The study was developed in conjunction with the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA).
It evaluates the evolving role of independent agents in P&C insurance distribution, general business outlook, management strategy and overall satisfaction with personal lines and commercial lines insurers in the United States.

Cyxtera Earns 5-Star Rating in 2023 CRN® Partner Program Guide

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

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Cyxtera (NASDAQ: CYXT ), a global leader in data center colocation and interconnection services, today announced it has been recognized by CRN ®, a brand of The Channel Company , with a prestigious 5-star rating in its 2023 Partner Program Guide.

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Cyxtera (NASDAQ: CYXT ), a global leader in data center colocation and interconnection services, today announced it has been recognized by CRN ®, a brand of The Channel Company , with a prestigious 5-star rating in its 2023 Partner Program Guide.
This annual guide offers essential information to solution providers as they explore technology providers’ partner programs to find the vendors that will best support their business needs.
In the 2023 CRN Partner Program Guide, vendors were evaluated based on program requirements and offerings such as partner training and education, pre- and post-sales support, marketing programs and resources, technical support, and communication.
CRN’s 2023 Partner Program Guide delivers deep insight into the strengths of each program, spotlighting the vendors dedicated to supporting their partner community and pushing positive change throughout the IT channel.”

NSI Insurance Group Named A “Best Practices Agency” for the 7th Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

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NSI Insurance Group is part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States selected to participate in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big I) Best Practices Study Group based on overall excellence.

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NSI Insurance Group is part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States selected to participate in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big I) Best Practices Study Group based on overall excellence.
In Florida, only 14 were chosen with NSI Insurance Group being the only agency to earn the distinction for seven consecutive years.
When it comes to insurance, many people think its all the same, said Oscar Seikaly, CEO of NSI Insurance Group.
NSI is the only agency in Florida to have been designated as a Best Practices Agency for seven consecutive years by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, Inc.

Provident Protection Plus Included in the Big “I” and Reagan Consulting 2022 Best Practices Study

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

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AUGUSTA, N.J., Nov. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Provident Protection Plus has been recognized as an elite independent insurance agency by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big I) Best Practices Study Group.

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AUGUSTA, N.J., Nov. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Provident Protection Plus has been recognized as an elite independent insurance agency by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big I) Best Practices Study Group.
Provident Protection Plus, a wholly owned subsidiary of Provident Bank, was among the top-performing agencies in one of six revenue categories.
Each year since 1993, the Big I and Reagan Consulting, an Atlanta-based management consulting firm, join forces to study the countrys leading insurance agencies.
The Best Practices Study was initiated by the Big I in 1993 as the foundation for efforts to improve agency performance.

Oakbridge Insurance Named 2023 Best Practices Agency

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Friday, October 7, 2022

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ATLANTA, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oakbridge Insurance Agency LLC (Oakbridge) , one of the largest independent insurance and risk management agencies in the Southeast, has once again been named a 2023 Best Practices Agency by Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America and Reagan Consulting.

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ATLANTA, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oakbridge Insurance Agency LLC (Oakbridge) , one of the largest independent insurance and risk management agencies in the Southeast, has once again been named a 2023 Best Practices Agency by Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America and Reagan Consulting.
To be chosen, an agency must represent the highest performers based on six revenue categories, growth and operational excellence.
"I have had the good pleasure of being part of the Best Practices initiative since its inception in 1993," said Oakbridge CEO Robbie Smith.
Founded in 2020, Oakbridge Insurance Agency LLC is a rapidly growing partnership model for firms seeking accelerated growth, access to capital and an expanded suite of resources to serve clients.

Independent Insurance Agents More Satisfied Than Ever with Insurers, J.D. Power Finds

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Independent Agent Performance and Satisfaction Study,SM was developed in alliance with the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA).

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Independent Agent Performance and Satisfaction Study,SM was developed in alliance with the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA).
It evaluates the evolving role of independent agents in P&C insurance distribution, general business outlook, management strategy and overall satisfaction with personal lines and commercial lines insurers in the United States.
Just 51% of personal lines agents and 46% of commercial lines agents say they have seamless integration with carrier portals.
Independent Agent Satisfaction Study, P&C insurance independent agents were surveyed, which resulted in 4,670 evaluations of personal and commercial lines insurers with which agents had placed policies during the prior 12 months.

ACORD Connect Annual Conference to Take Place October 27th; To Be Hosted with the Big "I"

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

It is also an opportunity to show appreciation to the ACORD member community and acknowledge their achievements on behalf of the industry.

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It is also an opportunity to show appreciation to the ACORD member community and acknowledge their achievements on behalf of the industry.
"Each year, ACORD Connect is hosted in partnership with one of our most active and long-standing member organizations.
We are very pleased to present the event with the Big 'I' this year," said ACORD President & CEO Bill Pieroni.
"ACORD has a long history of helping to move the independent agency channel and the insurance industry forward, and providing programs such as ACORD Connect is just one example.

Oakbridge Insurance Enters Tennessee Through Partnership With Brock Insurance Agency

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

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ATLANTA, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oakbridge Insurance Agency LLC (Oakbridge) , one of the largest independent insurance and risk management agencies in the Southeast, today announced a new partnership with Brock Insurance Agency , an independent agency with offices in Rossville, Georgia, Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Savannah, Georgia.

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ATLANTA, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oakbridge Insurance Agency LLC (Oakbridge) , one of the largest independent insurance and risk management agencies in the Southeast, today announced a new partnership with Brock Insurance Agency , an independent agency with offices in Rossville, Georgia, Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Savannah, Georgia.
A premier insurance agency founded in 1963, Brock has been recognized as a Best Practices Agency by Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America for the last three years and a top performer in their revenue category in 2021.
"We are very excited to join Oakbridge," said Brock President Mark Brock.
Ranked a "Top 100" insurance brokerage by Business Insurance and Insurance Journal magazines, Oakbridge is now one of the largest privately owned insurance, risk management, and employee benefits agencies in the region.

The Big "I" and Reagan Consulting Team Up with ennabl To Support the 30th Annual Best Practices Study

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

This year, these two organizations have teamed up with ennabl , a leading provider of technology solutions to insurance brokers, to enhance the experience of study participants through ennabl's broker data platform.

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This year, these two organizations have teamed up with ennabl , a leading provider of technology solutions to insurance brokers, to enhance the experience of study participants through ennabl's broker data platform.
"The Reagan Consulting & Big 'I' Best Practice Study is a fantastic resource for agencies to understand how their organizations compare to other top-performing peers and find opportunities to improve their businesses.
We are thrilled to be working with ennabl to provide an updated and streamlined experience for our Study participants," said Tom Doran, a partner at Reagan Consulting.
ennabl is a platform that unifies data to enhance the ability of insurance brokers to source, advise and manage clients.