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Join fellow independent insurance professionals at Big I Illinois events across the state. From conferences and networking gatherings to webinars and CE programs, our events help you stay informed, strengthen your agency, and expand your professional network.
Latest Big I Illinois News & Events
Phil Lackman Announces Planned Retirement
Board of Directors Launches Nationwide Search
Big I Illinois is pleased to announce the launch of a nationwide search for its next Chief Executive Officer, following the announcement by Phil Lackman of his planned retirement.
After a decade of dedicated service as CEO, Lackman will step down from the role effective July 1, following the successful appointment of a new CEO. To ensure continuity and a smooth transition, he will remain engaged with the association as a consultant through the end of 2026.
The resources are incredible. Beyond E&O coverage, legal advice, the PAC, and plenty of other benefits I’m probably forgetting, the most valuable resource has always been the human one. Whenever an issue comes up in my business, I know there are people I can reach out to through Big I Illinois—or connections I’ve made through the association—who’ve been through it too and are always willing to help.
Ray Roentz
President, Heneghan, White, Cutting & Roentz Insurance Agency, Jerseyville, IL
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Women in Insurance Conference
Heartland Community College, Normal, ILReset. Recharge. Reclaim… A Women in Insurance Experience You’re successful. You’re capable. You’re dependable. And you’re tired. For many women in insurance, exhaustion isn’t a phase. It’s become the norm. In this in-person, one-day event, Women in Insurance will have the opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what sustainable success actually looks like. Together, we’ll focus on resetting expectations, recharging energy, and reenergizing purpose, learning how to give your all at work without giving your overall.
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Big I Illinois Associate Members
Big I Illinois Associate Membership provides carriers and allied businesses the opportunity to demonstrate their support of the independent agency system. These organizations realize the benefits of membership and are maximizing their marketing exposure through association sponsorship.
