Description: Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA), commonly called the Big “I,” is a national trade association that represents independent insurance agencies and brokers. The organization’s mission is to support independent agents through public policy advocacy, education and professional development, market access initiatives, and member services that help agents compete and serve customers. Type: Trade association; non-profit professional association (501(c)(6)) representing independent insurance agents and brokers Policies: Advocates on insurance regulation and licensing (state and federal), market access and competition for independent agents, agent/broker compensation and distribution issues, small-business and tax matters affecting agencies, flood and property/casualty insurance policy, data/privacy and cyber insurance issues, and legislative/regulatory measures that affect consumer protection and the independent agent distribution channel Funding: Primarily funded by member dues from independent insurance agencies and brokers, fees for programs and services (education, certifications, events), sponsorships and partnerships with insurers and industry service providers Affiliates: State and local independent insurance agent and broker associations, industry program partners and participating insurance carriers and service providers
