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We're excited to announce a new location for CONNECT 2024! November 7, 2024 | Bristol Event Center
112 Century Dr Bristol, CT 06010
125 years ago, 35 insurance agents assembled in person to form our great organization. Purpose and strength in community brought them together. So, there is no better place and time to continue and celebrate that tradition than our CONNECT conference. Join us for this day of learning, community, and celebration of each and every person who makes up Big I Connecticut. Our program is incredible, you will LOVE our brand-new modern venue, you’ll connect with people and solutions that can make a difference for your agency, have a chance to touch and feel our history in our 125th Anniversary Historical Gallery, and leave with insights you can implement right away. Earn 2 CE credits and network with peers.
This is THE EVENT you need to attend. And include others on your team.
Cheers to 125!
SCHEDULE
8:45 - 9:30 AM: Registration and Industry Marketplace Open 9:30 - 9:40 AM: Kick Off! 9:40 - 11:30 AM: Morning Program (Approved for 1 LRE & 1 CE)- Managing Your Book in 2025: What's to Come
You'll get 50 Minutes with the “BFF to Insurance Agencies” to maximize your opportunities. Who: Kelly Donahue-Piro, Chief BFF Officer, Agency Performance Partners You will leave this session with actionable tips to move the needle today.
- PANEL | Mastering Submissions: Insights from Top Underwriters
Who: Underwriting leaders from Utica National, Chubb and Selective and moderated by Big I CT President, Lisa Lounsbury Wouldn’t it be great to understand what underwriters want to see to get business written?! In this session you will hear tips directly from three underwriting leaders at companies you know well.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Industry Marketplace
Best-in-class solution providers stand ready to solve your challenges! 11:30 AM: 125th Anniversary Gallery Opens 1:00 - 2:30 PM: 125th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon125 years is worthy of a big celebration of our past, present, and future. And that is exactly what we will do. Join us for a time of community, networking, learning and celebrations. Join your community of peers for learning. We’ll hear from past presidents, special guests and present the 1st ever 1889 Award. Governor Lamont has been invited to share his thoughts. IIABA President & CEO Charles Symington will share insights from the election and what it means for CT agencies. 2:30 - 3:30 PM: Happy Hour (including Industry Marketplace & 125th Anniversary Gallery)We’ll close the day with live music, drinks, and networking with our community.
Pricing
*Lunch and Happy Hour are included in your registration.
Member Agent, Partner in Progress or Associate Member - $175 Non-member - $250
OVERNIGHT ROOMS
Overnight rooms are available for $179 plus tax per night. To book online, click special rates button and enter "BIG" under Group Code. The cut-off date for discount is Friday, October 18, 2024, or if sold out before then. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bristol, 90 Century Drive, Bristol, CT 06010 - connected directly to the Bristol Event Center! BOOK NOW
Questions? Contact Allison Just.
Allison Just, Event Coordinator ajust@bigict.org Phone: 860-563-1950 EXT 249 |