Olivia Overman

3 weeks ago | iamagazine.com | Olivia Overman

In the wide, complex and all-encompassing marine insurance market, agents play an important role in working as trusted advisors to provide reliable and tailored coverage for their marine clients. “Independent agents make up more than 50% of the marine insurance marketplace, which might be deemed midsize business," says Mike Perrotti, director inland marine, RB Jones.

1 month ago | iamagazine.com | Olivia Overman

During the 2025 Big “I" Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-Arizona) sat down with Nathan Riedel, Big “I" senior vice president of federal government affairs, for a fireside chat during the Emerging Leaders Luncheon. Rep. Ciscomani spoke about the importance of civil discourse within Congress, engaging younger generations in public service and the American Dream. As he introduced Rep.

1 month ago | iamagazine.com | Olivia Overman

From 2023 to 2024, 15% of Americans reported they smoke marijuana, according to a Gallup poll. Despite this, cannabis operators within the lucrative market are facing some significant roadblocks, particularly when it comes to increasing operational costs and liability risks. As a result, many operators are looking to cut costs wherever they can—and that includes insurance coverage.

Dec 4, 2024 | iamagazine.com | John Roberts |Olivia Overman |Will Jones |Nathan Riedel

All eyes were on the presidential election in November and what the results will mean for the independent agency channel. Additionally, a federal court struck down the Department of Labor's overtime rule that would have required a reevaluation of employee classifications. by AnneMarie McPherson SpearsWith all eyes on the presidential election in November, Independent Agent magazine analyzed what the results will mean for the independent agency channel.

Jun 4, 2024 | iamagazine.com | Olivia Overman |Will Jones |Nathan Riedel |Laura Gookin

May brought welcome news on the postponement of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidance, the ramifications of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule prohibiting the use and enforcement of most noncompete agreements.