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Agents on the Front Lines – Virtual Visits on the Hill

​Long story short: Big I NY members from across the state met virtually with our Congressional representatives Members discussed key issues facing the industry, including the COVID-19 Recovery Fund and business interruption coverage legislation Despite the ongoing pandemic, independent agents were still able to make our voices heard on the hill. This week and last, Big I NY members participated in virtual meetings with members of the state's Congressional delegation, including the offices of Senator Schumer and Gillibrand, and multiple Members of Congress. "This was my first time joining a congressional meeting with Big I NY, and I wasn't sure what to expect. It was a great…

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On Our Mind…Creativity at its Peak

By Jim Lombardo, CPCU, AAI, AIM, MBA, AVP of Learning & Development​ I have been enjoying very much the many different videos that people have been posting on the internet- from professional musicians working together to produce unbelievably great music (have you seen the Doobie Brothers?) to celebrities ​trying to share good news to plain ol' folk creating videos with their families. I share these with you to point out that all is not doom and gloom!!  Creativity is at its peak!!  There are certain industries that are thriving, certain businesses that will come out stronger and new businesses will be invented. Stay positive! Stay Strong!  Have fun and…

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Survey: Big I NY Members Careful About Returning To Their Offices

​With the official end of "New York State on PAUSE" imminent, a survey shows that Big I New York members are taking the first steps toward more normal conditions with care. While a siginificat number of them continued to work from their offices after the stay-at-home order shuttered non-essential businesses, those that did not are bringing staff back gradually and with an eye toward employee safety and security. The survey started on May 12 and drew responses from all corners of the state. Of those who responded, more than one in four said that they never stopped working at their office locations. Of the rest,…

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