Abstract: What has NextGen been up to? SO many great things! Here are some highlights from 2024.
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This year, NextGen New York successfully brought together young agents from across the state for a series of impactful events focused on networking, advocacy, education, and community service.
Here’s a look back at our exciting year:
Here’s a look back at our exciting year:
January 2024
- Statewide Coffee and Connect Virtual Call: We kicked off the year with a virtual call, allowing insurance professionals from all corners of the state to connect and learn about getting involved with Big I NY/NextGen.
- Lobbying Day in Albany: Our members gathered in Albany to advocate for our industry, meeting with legislators to discuss key issues affecting our agencies and clients.
March 2024
- Shot Clock Social (Syracuse)
- Hatchets and Hops (Buffalo)
- NextGen St. Patrick’s Day Happy Hour (Westchester)
April 2024
- National Big “I" Legislative Conference in DC: NextGen members represented New York at the national level, participating in discussions and lobbying on behalf of insurance agents and clients in Washington, DC.
May 2024
- Go Big: A highlight of the year, our Speed Networking Session led by NextGen Chair Ashley Engl saw a great turnout and fostered many new connections.
June 2024
- Big I CNY Golf Outing (Syracuse)
- NextGen Happy Hour (Buffalo)
July 2024
- Volunteering with Beds for Buffalo: Throughout the summer, NextGen members in Buffalo dedicated their time to volunteering with Beds for Buffalo, making a positive impact in the community.
August 2024
- Speed Networking Event in Syracuse
- Launch of NextGen Southern Tier with a Happy Hour (Binghamton)
September 2024
- National Big "I" Young Agents Leadership Institute in Indianapolis: Ashley Engl and Ashley Rogan (Smit) represented us at this event, gaining valuable insights from other young agent committee leaders from across the country.
October 2024
- CE Trivia and Karaoke (Syracuse)
- 9th Annual Speed Networking Event (Buffalo)
- Food Drive: Throughout October, our members participated in a statewide food drive that supported a variety of food banks throughout New York.
December 2024
- Shop Till You Drop for Charity (Syracuse): Members in Syracuse shopped for a cause, supporting local charities.
- Shop Till You Drop for Charity (Buffalo): Members in Buffalo fundraised for Kelly for Kids, unfortunately our shopping event was cancelled but we will be delivering a monetary donation in early 2025!
Thank you to all our members for making 2024 an incredible year. We look forward to continuing to grow in 2025!
Please join us January 30th at 9am for a Zoom call where we’ll share some insights of who we are, what we do, and why you should get involved.
Check out our NextGen page for more information.
Category: NextGen
Published: 12/30/2024 12:06 PM
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