By Lisa Lounsbury, Big I New York President & CEO
Big I New York is taking bold steps to lead the charge for independent insurance agents, brokers, and their clients. Over the past 18 months, New Yorkers have faced a tough insurance market—rising premiums, shrinking availability, and carriers pulling out and back. It’s been a challenge for our members to serve clients, but we’re not sitting idly by.
Our agent leaders and staff have been relentlessly engaging policymakers and carriers to drive change. While progress has been made, it’s not enough. That’s why we’re thrilled to sponsor the NY Property & Casualty Insurance Summit on February 4. This groundbreaking event, hosted by City & State New York in partnership with NY First, is designed to address the critical issues impacting our industry and the clients you serve. NY First is a Big I New York committee of insurance carriers and agents working together on topics and issues that advance the New York insurance industry.
Why This Matters
Insurance isn’t just a product—it’s the foundation of stability for New York businesses and families. As the industry faces rising risks and regulatory and legislative pressures, policymakers must understand how their decisions affect affordability and accessibility. And we need to work together to mitigate risks and build resiliency. That’s where Big I New York comes in. We’re action-oriented thought leaders driving solutions to ensure a stronger, more resilient future for our industry and New Yorkers.
Join Us Through NY First or G100
Insurance carriers who write business in New York are invited to join NY First or contact Kathy Lawler at: klawler@biginy.org. Individuals can join G100 or contact Travis Wattie at tswattie@biginy.org. By joining G100, you gain exclusive access to events like the Summit and play a direct role in shaping legislation and policies that impact your business and clients. This event is geared to New York policymakers and members of NY First and G100.
Building a Stronger Community Together
Big I New York isn’t just a participant—we’re leading the conversation. The strength of our association lies in our community of diverse voices, backgrounds and experiences. Our independent agent and broker members are the trusted advisors who stand by their clients during their most challenging moments.
The future of New York’s insurance industry starts with us. Join Big I New York, join the movement, and let’s take action—together.