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You work hard & deserve support. let us help.

Tell us what you need, and we can help you get there. Here are some quick links to guide you in the right direction.

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The total payments solution, built for insurance.

Top Agencies, MGAs, Carriers, and PFCs ditch checks and fund faster with a payments network built for insurance. Big I NY members enjoy 3 months free of ePayPolicy!
Agency Compensation 360

Catalyit’s State of Tech Report

See how independent agencies are using technology and where the gap between average and high-performing agencies continues to grow.

Get access now and join the Insights Webinar on Wed, June 10, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, as they break down the most important findings, discuss emerging trends, and share what they’re hearing from agencies nationwide.
Agency Compensation 360

Agency Comp 360

The first comprehensive, multi-state survey designed to give independent agencies a clear view into compensation, benefits, and outsourcing across the industry. You can get the insights!
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NEW Commercial Lines Market with The Hanover

IMS is helping you unlock more commercial lines markets with The Hanover to protect your customers where it matters most. With the flexible, account-focused solutions and distinctive capabilities, you can offer your clients tailored coverage on an admitted basis.
Catalyit

Agency Tech Guidance

Members have FREE full access to Catalyit. You’ll find tools to help you discover, select, implement, and maximize the right tech for your agency. Take the tech assessment, learn the latest insights, and more.
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Answer Center

Have a question? Need assistance? Get the answers and resources for your licensing, CE, legal, market access, cybersecurity compliance, and coverage questions, all in one place.
IAAC

Market Access: Insurance for Your Agency & Clients

We make it easy to protect your investment and ability to serve customers with E&O, EPLI, Cyber, and more. Plus, we provide THE BEST customer service to support you. Need markets for customers? Our programs can write what you need.
In-house education

In-House Education

We’ll bring the training to your office. Pick the date and topic that fits your agency’s goals, whether it’s skill-building, CE credit, or earning designations.
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Featured event

Women in Insurance Summit

Join us in beautiful Westchester for an energizing, interactive day designed to help you make the most of where you are right now, and take your next step forward.

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Upcoming Webinars & Training

Medicare Simplified: From Basics To Breakthroughs

WEBINAR | JUNE 11 | 1 CE
Follow along with Amanda MacLachlan for a concise, easy-to-follow class that helps participants understand Medicare essentials, including eligibility, enrollment, and key 2026 updates. Also covers ways to reduce costs, access financial assistance programs, avoid scams, and make informed coverage decisions with confidence.

Beyond-Code Construction Benefits

WEBINAR | JUNE 12
Get the information you need to understand beyond-code construction methods and how they improve the durability of homes and business structures in the face of severe weather. Attendees will learn new terminology and options to effectively advise customers about the benefits and methods of increasing the use of new, strong, more resilient construction methods.

Required CE Bundle: Diversity, Ethics, Insurance Law & Flood

WEBINAR | JUNE 15 | 4 CE (3 CE Diversity, Laws/Regs & Ethics; 1 CE Flood)
Get the basic four CE requirements in one webinar. Join Jim Lombardo, Tim Dodge, and Sue Keegan as they cover ethics, diversity and inclusion, insurance law, and flood.

Just Use Mine: Home, Vehicle & Other Sharing Insurance Exposures

WEBINAR | JUNE 16 | 2 CE
Vehicles, houses, garage space, swimming pools, scooters, and many other exposures stemming from the shared economy require special attention from an insurance standpoint. Insurance pros who take this course will better understand the breadth of sharing exposures, how they’re addressed in common insurance policies, and how to obtain adequate coverage.

Commercial Property: Claims, Coverages, Consequences

WEBINAR | JUNE 16 | 3 CE
This course uses examples of several commercial property claims to illustrate how the policy may not function as expected by either the agent or the insured. Insurance pros who take this course will gain expertise on a variety of commercial property issues such as reconstruction costs, setting limits, insurance to value, tenant lease insurance requirements, and acts of civil authority.  

New York Legislative Session Recap

WEBINAR | JUNE 16 | FREE for members
New York’s newly enacted State Budget includes some of the most significant auto insurance reforms in years, addressing excessive litigation and strengthening fraud prevention efforts. Join the Big I New York legislative team for a free, members-only 60-minute webinar to learn what was included in the final budget package, what was left on the cutting-room floor, and what these changes mean for the future of auto insurance in New York.   

E&O: Talking Exposures With An Attorney

WEBINAR | JUNE 17 | 1 CE
Veteran insurance pro and E&O expert David Thompson wants you to understand the most common E&O exposures and how to address them. But don’t take just his word for it: Dave co-presents this program with a colleague in his network of attorneys, who will offer thoughts on common E&O exposures from a legal perspective. 

E&O Seminar

WEBINAR | JUNE 30 | 3 CE
Join us for this jam-packed seminar where our E&O gurus–Brian Bixby and Howard Kronberg–offer decades of knowledge to leave you with the best practices to stay out of hot water. Earn 3 CE credits and a potential premium credit too!

This year’s seminar covers producer liability, E&O policy coverage, documentation practices, cancellation and timing risks, and real-world compliance challenges for agents.

NYAIP Certification Program

WEBINAR | JULY 10 | 4 CE
Stay NYAIP-certified with our approved producer procedures course, required every four years for one NYAIP producer. The course walks through how the Plan works day-to-day, covering common situations like effective dates, assignments, eligibility, quotas, and performance standards.

NY P&C Pre-Licensing Program

WEBINAR SERIES | STARTS SEPT 15
Become licensed through our engaging remote 14-day Property & Casualty pre-licensing program, designed to satisfy New York’s 90-hour requirement and fit your schedule. Participants receive thorough instruction, study materials, and two exam attempts to help prepare for the NY State licensing exam with confidence.

Leadership Academy

ONLINE PROGRAM | Fall sessions begin September 16
Are you looking to level up in your career? Do you know someone in your agency with untapped potential? Take that next step with Leadership Academy. Our highly regarded program and instructors change lives and help you unlock your leadership potential.

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Get the supportive guidance, practical resources, and strong advocacy your agency needs to grow, compete, and thrive—backed by a community that’s with you every step of the way.

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Connect with other agents, local leaders, and peers who genuinely want to help you succeed.

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Big I is a large asset to any insurance agency. The services they provide for the price of their membership far exceeds anything imaginable. Market access, continuing education, E&O consultation, state regulation updates with explanations, and loads of other member benefits. I can not say enough about the Big I!

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 It a tremendous value to be part of the Big I of NY. I highly recommend to any insurance agent or agency to become a member of the Big I of NY!

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Tim never fails to respond to ANY inquiry immediately!! ALL inquiries are responded to in GREAT detail. I really appreciate his time and efforts.

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