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be Cutting Edge – April 2026
The April 2026 edition of the Big I MN newsletter, be Cutting Edge, focuses on leadership transitions, legislative updates, and upcoming industry events. Key Highlights Leadership Transition: Outgoing President Jean Sundlof is preparing to pass the presidency to Grant…
Legislative Video Update: Insurance Wins & Wins
In this legislative update, Robin Rowan, lobbyist for Big I Minnesota, breaks down the current “spring break” status of the 2026 session and how key insurance issues are faring in a divided legislature. Key Highlights: Property Insurance: Updates on the Strengthen…
What Agencies Should Know About AI and Data Exposure
What Agencies Should Know About AI and Data Exposure AI is becoming part of daily work in many insurance agencies, supporting emails, marketing, and internal efficiency. It saves time and improves communication. According to the 2026 ACT Tech Trends Report, 68% of…
be Cutting Edge March 2026
This March 2026 edition of the “be Cutting Edge” newsletter from Big I Minnesota focuses on community storytelling, upcoming industry events, and professional development resources for independent insurance agents. Public Relations Campaign: Big I Minnesota is…
Executive V.P. Message March 2026
Over the years that I’ve been serving our independent agency member force, I’ve come to know many of you very well. Many topics arise such as membership benefit discussions, education sessions, convention programming, board member deep dives, and advocacy stances. One…
2026 Legislative Video Update: Protecting Minnesota’s Insurance Market
As the sole independent agent representative on the Minnesota Task Force on Homeowners and Commercial Property Insurance, Big I Minnesota’s Jean Sundlof helped guide recommendations away from policies that could have increased premiums and reduced coverage availability. Key areas addressed included long-term market stability, mitigation funding, and concerns surrounding Fair Plan expansion and litigation funding. Learn more about Big I Minnesota’s legislative advocacy initiatives.
2026 Legislative Video Update: CE Credits, Auto Limits, and Tort Reform
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session is addressing key insurance issues, including proposed House File 3389 for CE credits via association membership and increased auto liability limits. Big I Minnesota is actively advocating on these matters and debating tort reform amid a closely divided political landscape.