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THURSDAY, APRIL 29, 2010
Big “I” National News
Trusted Choice®
Make an Impression with Consumers
Trusted Choice®: You Need an Independent AgentSM
A brand is more than a logo or advertising campaign, it’s an experience that leaves a lasting impression on a consumer. A logo often acts a repeat reminder of that experience, so consistency is key. For independent insurance agents, that reminder is the Trusted Choice® logo. More than 10,000 agencies and 53 carriers are invested in the brand that educates consumers on the benefits of using an independent insurance agent. The logo, along with the tag line, You Need an Independent Insurance AgentSM is a strong message that consumers understand and trust. When including the logo on your Web site, brochures or more, nationally, we’ve been using the version with the tagline and we recommend you do as well. Trusted Choice® agents can download the logo today. If you are not a Trusted Choice® agent, find out how you can join now at www.TrustedChoice.com. If you are a Trusted Choice® agency looking to update your marketing materials, learn more about the Trusted Choice® Marketing Reimbursement Program that pays you back at www.TrustedChoice.com/MRP.
InVEST
InVEST Participates in Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill
More than 60 organizations join to raise public awareness on financial literacy.
Earlier this week, InVEST, along with more than 60 other organizations committed to increasing financial literacy awareness, joined together for what has now been coined Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill.
“InVEST believes in partnering with organizations who understand the importance of financial literacy of students, particularly insurance literacy,” says Jennifer Robinson, InVEST program manager. “We were delighted to attend such an important event to create public awareness and understanding for the need of financial literacy.”
U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-Hawaii) served as honorary host of the event. During his remarks, Akaka noted he “felt America was illiterate in financial literacy” and “look(s) forward to working together to bring America to a point where they can make good financial decisions.”
Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill was introduced in 2003 by the Council for Economic Education, Junior Achievement and the Jump$tart Coalition, with the office of U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka serving as honorary host.
Over the years, “Hill Day” as it’s come to be known, has evolved from a small gathering to a public event that attracts hundreds of participants. The location of the event alternates each year, between an office location on the House of Representatives side and the Senate side of “the Hill.”
Hill Day events now attract hundreds of supporters of financial education, members of Congress and their staffs and the general public. Jump$tart Executive Director Laura Levine has served as the event emcee each year since 2004. She said that Hill Day depicts the best of what Jump$tart is as a coalition—a demonstration of the collective strength of combined efforts, as well as the unique, individual contribution that each organization makes.
Big “I” Events
Mark Your Calendars for the Big “I” Fall Leadership Conference
Agents will gather in sunny San Francisco for networking, training and more.
Mark your calendars now for the Big “I” Fall Leadership Conference. The annual fall event will take place Sept. 24-25 at the Fairmont San Francisco. Registration will open in the coming weeks and the line-up includes: Big “I” Education Convocation, for state education directors, Sept. 22-23; Young Agents Leadership Institute, for all young agents, Sept. 24-25 and the Big “I” Board of Directors meeting for state executives, directors and state presidents/chairmen, Sept. 25-26.
Stay tuned to www.independentagent.com/events for further details.
Big I Advantage®
New FedEx Door Tag System Provides Flexibility
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Big I Advantage®
Watch Your Mail for Big I Advantage® Newsletter
Issue includes important information regarding duty to advise and more.
The latest edition of Big I Advantage® has been mailed to all Big “I” member agencies. Watch your mailbox for this publication filled with latest program information on Big “I” programs. Read an in-depth article from the Big “I” Professional Liability Program on agents’ duty to advise, featuring state by state guidelines. Learn more about the expanded Big “I” Umbrella Program. Review multiple success stories from Big “I” agents doing business with Big “I” Markets, the online market access program.
To preview the newsletter, click here.
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