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Abstract: The 2025 Local Leaders Summit is in the books! Body: The annual Local Leaders Summit is an opportunity for local association leaders from across the state to share and learn from each other.Over 20 leaders from each region of New York met this week in Cazenovia to share accomplishments and challenges from the past year. The group collaborated on ways to grow membership, attract new leaders, invest in member programs, give back to community and engage legislative ambassadors. The group was a great mix of new faces and experienced leaders, along with mentors from the Big I NY board of directors. Discussion was lively and all were…

Abstract: Have you ever thought about doing something to give back to the independent agent system? Now could be the time. Body: Have you ever thought about doing something to give back to the independent agent system? Now could be the time. We are seeking candidates for the 2025 Big I NY Board of Directors.The Big I NY Board of Directors represents members in three regions across the state: West-Central, East-North and Metro-Suburban. They set the strategic direction for the association and tackle issues that impact independent agents and consumers. If you are interested in learning more about the opportunity contact Kathy Lawler at klawler@biginy.org.You just may…

Local Association leaders from across the state met in Cazenovia this week to connect and exchange ideas and solutions to challenges.  Discussion topics ranged from NextGen in action, attracting diverse members, financial best practices and how to build community in their region of the state.  Local leaders had the opportunity to “speed network" with Big I NY officers and directors and the afternoon was capped off with a great discussion led by IIABA Chair of the Board Todd Jackson.  The following morning, leaders broke out by regions to focus on what members in their part of the state need and how Big I NY can…