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Grow Your Business Through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Resources for Independent Agencies Advance Your Agency Through Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Discover the opportunities and benefits of embracing diversity and encouraging change necessary for the independent agency system to thrive. When you lean on our research, education and resources you will create an organizational culture that will better serve diverse markets. Inclusive Agency Training Series Learn how to tap into new markets, recruit new talent and develop a better workplace culture and customer experience. Volunteer for a Workgroup You are invited to participate in one of our Big "I" Diversity Council workgroups that meet monthly throughout the year. Right Start Training Series Designed to help developing agency owners better navigate agency operations, the carrier appointment process, employee productivity and goal setting. Inclusion in Action Newsletter Stay informed on the latest events, webinars, and agency tools related to diversity and inclusion across our industry. Talent Pipeline: Hire Our Heroes Discover our new national partnership connecting transitioning military professionals to careers in insurance.
	Who We Are The Big "I" Diversity Council works to engage and develop a sustainable diverse independent agency network. The collaboration of carrier partners and agency leaders creates resources to help independent agents, association leaders and industry partners access information relative to increasing diverse markets within the independent agency channel and populations served.
DE&I on Agency Nation Radio Podcast Ask Me Anything with Kelly Brandon Okita, vice president of FIA Insurance Services and Big “I” Diversity Council chair, sits down with Kelly McDonald, one of the nation’s top experts in diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), to answer questions submitted by Big “I” members. Blazing the Way: Women Leading in InsuranceListen in as these women leaders in insurance discuss how organizations can help women grow in the industry. Overcoming the Obstacles for Black Insurance ProfessionalsWill Jones, editor-in-chief of Independent Agent magazine, sits down with Dr. Leroy Nunery II, president of Evolution Advisors, to discuss his latest research on racial bias and inclusion in the insurance industry. Inclusion in Action Newsletter Get the Latest on DE&I from the Big "I"! Susbcribe Today What's Happening Inside the Big"I" Invest ProgramInvest brings insurance to the classroom. Students are introduced to insurance + careers. Big "I" Young AgentsConnect with young professionals. Attend the Young Agents Leadership Institute! Level Up Agent Summit Recap of Big "I" Business and Inclusion Summit The Big "I" Has Your BackOverview of Big "I" National Programs FREE for Big "I" Member Agencies The Inclusive Agency: 4 Part DE&I Foundational Training Series Register Today!