Education & Events
Education & Events
Education
Events
Education Calendar
Find available courses and register
AILP
Distinguished, advanced-level designation designed for insurance professionals
Other Designations
MLIS, CLCS, AIAM and AIP
E&O Seminars & Fall Roadshows
Earn a discount on your E&O insurance and learn about new laws and regulations
Risk Specialist Series
These courses offer an intermediate to advanced look into different coverages
New Hire & Upskill Training
Training for new hires as well as current employees
In-House Programs
Online or on-site training at your agency or another location of your choice
Licensing & CE
Find CE requirements and licensing info
Day at the Capitol
Help shape the future of the industry by meeting with your Missouri legislators
Small Agency Conference
Quality CE, networking opportunities and a regionally-recognized trade show
Big "I" Legislative Conference
Join independent agents from across the country in presenting a unified voice to your federal legislators
Missouri Agents Connection Summit
Unmatched networking and collaboration opportunities, including a trade show, golf tournament and more
WEWIN Retreat
Network with women across the industry at the Women Empowering Women in Insurance Retreat
CSR Development Conference
This conference has sessions developed specifically for CSRs and their unique skill set
Insurance For…
Insurance For…
Your Agency
Errors & Omissions
Access Swiss Re, Utica, Allianz and others to make sure your agency is covered in the event of a claim
Agency Umbrella & Excess
Purchase an extra layer of protection with a Penn National umbrella that also provides coverage over your E&O, or purchase excess E&O insurance
EPLI
Endorse this coverage on your E&O policy, or purchase a standalone policy
Cyber Liability
MAIA offers competitive rates and broad coverage through Beazley; other carriers also available
Ancillary Products
Life, disability, AD&D, dental and vision coverage available
Your Clients
RLI Personal Umbrella
Offer your clients an affordable standalone personal umbrella policy
RLI Home Business
Coverage for over 145 classes of home-based businesses
Big "I" Alliance
Different levels to meet your needs, from market access to a true alliance
Flood
Members have access to write flood insurance through Selective and The Hartford
Advocacy
Advocacy
Tort Reform Action Center
Insurance Legislation
View insurance-related bill filed this session, as well as those that passed in prior sessions
Political Action Committees
Donate to MAIA's state and federal PACs
Legislator Lookups
Find out who represents you at the state and federal levels
Get Involved
Find out how you can help advocate for agents and their clients
Agency Tools
Agency Tools
Trusted Choice
Marketing materials, social media resources, reimbursement dollars, toolkits/guides, trainings and more
Hiring Resources
Hiring tools to help agencies find top talent, improve hiring strategies and retain staff
Capital Premium Financing
MAIA's endorsed premium finance vendor allows your clients to finance their premiums
ACORD Forms
Members receive a free license to use ACORD forms through their agency management system
ePayPolicy
Accept credit card and ACH payments, and let the insureds pay the fees
Free Legal Services
MAIA members receive free legal consultation with Lew Melahn on a limited basis
Retirement Solutions
Offer a retirement program for your employees
IA Valuations
Find out what your agency is worth, plan for perpetuation and attend free webinars
Levitate
Relationship marketing tool to personalize your email campaigns and increase your open rates
InsurBanc
This bank was developed specifically to serve independent insurance agents, and specializes in agency financing
Momentum Edge
Have your agency be listed and recommended to consumers searching for insurance online
DocuSign
Members receive a discount on this electronic signature solution
How to Start an Independent Agency
Find tools and information to help you start a successful independent agency
Knowledge Center
Knowledge Center
Answer Center
Find links to laws, regulations, sample forms and more
Publications
Find Missouri Agent magazine archives, advertising info and subscription info about MAIA's publications
Virtual University
Find articles, white papers and other information on issues affecting today's insurance marketplace
Ask an Expert
Ask questions and get responses from a panel of insurance experts
Agency-Company Contracts
Find out what to look for in company contracts, and view reviews of specific carrier contracts
E&O Guardian
This Big “I” risk management website offers exclusive risk management tools and information
Agents Council for Technology
Find information on the latest technology trends
Best Practices
Benchmark your agency against top performers and adopt proven growth strategies
Disaster Planning
Tools to help your agency plan for a disaster, inform your clients about what to do if a disaster hits, as well as information on the Bobby Salmon Big "I" Relief Fund
Internship Guide
A step-by-step guide to hiring, employing and evaluating interns
Invest
This program is dedicated to improving insurance literacy and attracting new talent to the industry
Diversity
Find resources and get involved in programs designed to bring diverse talent into the independent agency system
Why Choose an Independent Agent
Some people think it doesn't really matter where they buy their insurance. But this misconception could be costing them money, service and protection.

Matt Speight

President

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