We Are The Unrelenting Advocates For Georgia's Independent Insurance Agents.
Supporting you in your agency. Fighting for you at the capitol.
Our state and national advocacy has helped to fight for favorable legislation for our industry. Big "I" leadership is ranked among the top D.C. lobbyists and continues to be the only insurance agent or broker group to make the list.
IIAG supports pro-business legislation and regulation that keeps the insurance climate in Georgia healthy, ensuring that the future of the independent agency system remains viable.
At the state level, IIAG works closely with the legislative and executive branches of government to ensure that government policy and action are consistent with the interest of agents, the insurance industry, and the public.
The Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia's governmental affairs program is one of our most important member benefits.
Meet Our CEO
John Barbour
Association CEO John Barbour has worked on the Georgia capitol for over 20 years.
770-458-0092 ext. 102
jbarbour@iiag.org
Political Advocacy Resources
IIAG Capitol Day 2025
Register Today → February 18th
Join IIAG for our annual day of action at the Georgia State Capitol, where independent agents come together to advocate for key legislation impacting our industry. This year, we’re fighting for essential tort reform to protect businesses and consumers alike. Your voice matters—let’s make a difference for the future of insurance in Georgia!
IIAG Capitol Day
Tuesday, February 18
11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Health Building, Ground Floor
47 Trinity Avenue, SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
AGENDA
11:00am - 11:30am
Arrive & Check-In
11:30am - 1:00pm
Lunch Program & Legislative Update
Legislative Updates from Association Leaders & Invited Speakers
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Advocacy in Action- Meet Your Legislators
Step inside the Capitol and experience advocacy firsthand! This is your chance to "Work the Ropes," and engage with legislators.
INVITED SPEAKERS
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones
Speaker of the House Jon Burns
Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper
Insurance Commissioner John King
Senate President Pro Temp John Kennedy
Did you know? Capitol Day is free to attend!
Big "I" Legislative Conference
Big "I" Legislative Conference
The Big "I" Leads the Way in Washington, D.C.
April 30-May 2, 2025
Spring is a great time to visit Washington and an even better time to connect with Big “I" independent agents on Capitol Hill. Join us for a one-of-a-kind event and get up to speed on the many legislative, regulatory and legal challenges happening to your profession right now. Hear from industry leaders and spend time meeting with your legislators in Washington, D.C.
Need a room for the conference? IIAG has a room block, please contact Amber Mellars (amellars@iiag.org) for details.
Conference Scholarships
Young Agents are able to apply for scholarships to attend the conference! To learn more and apply for scholarships, please visit the Big "I" Legislative Conference website.
Conference Schedule
Emerging Leaders Day
Wednesday, April 30
Congressional rising stars take center stage on a day dedicated to emerging independent agency leaders.
Capitol Hill Day
Thursday, May 1
Hear from Congressional leaders and meet with legislators on issues important to you and your clients.
Industry Day
Friday, May 2
Big "I" chairmanaddresses the state of the industry and hear from our 2025 keynote speaker.
Promote. Protect. Perpetuate.
Georgia IPAC
Georgia IPAC is our state level political action committee that gives IIAG a voice in the campaigns of state legislators, Governor, Lt. Governor, and state level leaders. GA IPAC is primarily funded by a portion of your agency dues, however this amount is not enough to engage at the level necessary to make major political changes. Contributions for GA IPAC can come from both personal and corporate accounts or credit cards. This means that the agency or individual agents can make contributions.
Please support IPAC and ensure our voice is heard under the Gold Dome.
InsurPac
InsurPac raises and distributes approximately $2.4 million each election cycle, making it one of the largest small business PACs in the country. It is funded by voluntary, personal, LLC and Partnership contributions from independent agents, brokers and agencies throughout the country. It works hand in hand with the Big "I" advocacy team to promote, protect and perpetuate the independent agency system.
The success of the independent agency system now and in the future is dependent on political engagement.
