Big I Virginia E-News
September 2019
Welcome
Agencies:  
D & G Ins Services LLC N. Chesterfield, VA
Thomas Caldwell Insurance Alexandria, VA
Harrow Ins Agency & Consultant LLC Chester, VA
From the Desk of the President & CEO
  
That statement perked my ears. I was at an event introducing industry representatives and lobbyists to the Republican candidates for the Virginia House of Delegates. Some of the candidates were impressive … some less so. 
IIAV Member Resources
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires health insurers to offer a one-month Annual Special Enrollment Period starting November 15 and running through December 15 with a January 1 plan effective date. During this special enrollment period, eligible small groups can enroll in coverage without having to meet standard small group employer-contribution and/or employee-participation ratios and requirements. Please contact me to learn more.

Monty Dise, President 
Asset Protection Group, Inc. 
mdise@apgroupinc.com 
804-423-7700

  
InsFoHub – A New Source for P&C Information
 
There are many options for finding news and information about the property & casualty insurance industry. A new online resource, InsFohub, is now available with the goal of providing a single source of free news and information for property & casualty insurance professionals.
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Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies®
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies are rated A+ “Superior” by A.M. Best (as of July 26, 2023) and backed by the financial strength of our ultimate parent, Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.  In Virginia, we offer a full product suite for your commercial clients that includes a Businessowner’s Policy (with typical limits up to $20 million; $50 million for select classes), Commercial Auto, Commercial Umbrella, Professional Liability, and Workers’ Compensation.  “Pay-as-you-go” billing options are also featured. 
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State & National News
TOWSON, MD (Thursday, August 29, 2019) –– New AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety data analysis found that more than two people are killed every day in red light running crashes, including drivers, passengers, pedestrians and cyclists. The most recent crash data available shows 939 people were killed in red light running crashes in 2017 – a 10-year high and a 28% increase since 2012.
SEATTLE (June 18, 2019) – A new Liberty Mutual Insurance and Safeco Insurance research study shows that millennial insurance consumers’ views of insurance are largely aligned with older generations, dispelling many myths about this generation and presenting a huge opportunity for the independent agent channel.
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IIAV News
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA - Virginia Beach-based Towne Insurance, was recently ranked 35th in the Top 100 Independent Property and Casualty Agencies report, and climbed five spots from the previous year, as reported in the August 2019 edition of Insurance Journal magazine. 
IIAV recently got placement in the Sunday Commentary & Business section of the Richmond Times Dispatch with the anniversaries of Hurricanes Camille and Gaston. Click "Learn More" below to read the full article.
The biggest reason to use the valuable resource that is Big "I" Hires: 44% of respondents to the 2018 Agency Universe Study cite the inability to find new qualified employees as their No. 1 issue. You can use Big "I" Hires for step-by-step guides and templates, recruitment and assessments.
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Technical Bulletins provide guidance for complying with the NFIP's building performance requirements. The bulletins help state and local officials interpert the NFIP regulations and are also useful resources for homeowners, insurance agents, building professionals and designers.
With the advent of “Ban the Box” legislation, many companies have removed all questions about criminal history from their employment applications. Are businesses still allowed to ask about criminal history and run criminal background checks? If so, when?
Upcoming Events
  
1. Your opportunity to grow!
2. Designed just for you.
3. Connect, connect, connect!
4. This isn't your dad's insurance conference.
5. The price.
October 28-29, 2019
Greater Richmond Convention Center
   • $375: Early-bird registration on or before September 16, 2019
   • $425: Regular price registration after September 16, 2019
   • $100: Gala ticket
January 14-15, 2020
New Orleans Marriott
 
The Big “I” Level Up Agent Summit brings independent agents, association leaders, carriers and other industry representatives together to learn key business strategies with a heightened focus on diversity and inclusion, sales, marketing, agency operations, leadership and technology. The goal? Agency growth, as well as increased innovation and sustainability through diversity and inclusion.
 
  
Join DRIVE SMART Virginia for the 7th Annual Distracted Driving Summit, being held on September 25-26 at the Hotel Roanoke. At this event, speakers from around the country will present on the most cutting-edge solutions for safer roads, with a focus on distracted driving. Educational tracks include corporate and community strategies, targeted populations, research and technology and law enforcement. The Summit is a day-and-a-half event with general and breakout sessions and a robust exhibit area. This is a great opportunity to both learn and network! IIAV will be exhibiting at this conference. For more information on the Summit and to register for the event, click "Learn More" below.
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Education
Now is the perfect time to take advantage of all the courses IIAV offeres. We have new content, new series and a few special sessions coming up. Click "Learn More" below to check them out and register!