People

Maddy Tomkos

About As the Graphic Design and Marketing Specialist at Big I Connecticut, Maddy is at the forefront of creating impactful graphics for print and digital platforms, with a focus on…

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Kim Price

About As Digital Marketing & Project Specialist, Kim plays a central role in keeping Big I Connecticut’s marketing and project initiatives running smoothly and successfully. She manages all marketing email communications,…

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Allison Just

About As the Meeting & Event Manager for Big I Connecticut, Allison is responsible for planning and executing 30+ events from start to finish every year. These include board meetings,…

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Julie Furst

About Julie Furst is a creative marketer and storyteller who proudly champions independent insurance agencies across New York. Julie leads engagement through marketing, digital strategy, and events that help the…

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Lisa Britton, ACSR, AAI

About Lisa Britton is Big I Connecticut’s Education Coordinator, helping ensure the organization’s educational offerings run smoothly from start to finish. She coordinates webinars, builds classes in iMIS and on…

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Tim Dodge, AU, ARM, CPCU

About Tim Dodge, AU, ARM, CPCU, is the Assistant Vice President of Research and Information for Big I Connecticut and is responsible for answering members’ questions about technical, compliance, and…

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Jim Lombardo, CPCU, AAI, AIM, MBA

About Jim has been in the insurance industry since 1982. He previously worked for Utica National, Merchants, Met P+C and National Grange Mutual. He became licensed and worked for a…

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Sue Keegan, AIC, MBA

About Sue Keegan, AIC, MBA, is the Director of Education at Big I Connecticut, where she manages and oversees all education department operations. Previously, Sue held various roles in the…

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Travis Wattie, MPA, CPCU, AINS, API

About Travis Wattie, MPA, CPCU, is the AVP of Government Relations at Big I Connecticut, where he represents the interests of independent insurance agents and brokers. He brings over a…

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Kathy Lawler, AAI

About Kathy Lawler, AAI, is AVP of Industry & Community Partnerships. She supports governance activities for the Big I Connecticut Board of Directors, who work diligently to represent the voice of…

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