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The Insurance Event of the Year! 

Join insurance pros from across New Jersey as we bring together the best and brightest at the 2025 NJ Agents Conference. This popular annual event offers unmatched networking, top-rated speakers, and timely insurance-related sessions. 

This event has something for everyone! All agency staff will value from attending!

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AGENDA

Sunday, October 26
3:00 - 6:00 PM - REGISTRATION


7:00 - 9:00 PM - WELCOME NETWORKING RECEPTION

Kick of the 2025 NJ Agents Conference in style as we meet on the Veranda to connect over food and drink.
 

9:00 - 11:00 PM - YAC After-Party
Keep the party going in one of Cape May's hottest underground spots - The Boiler Room.  Hosted by the Young Agents, the Opening Night After-Party will come alive with draft beer, classic cocktails, and good vibes. 

Monday, October 27

8:00 - 10:00 AM - KEY CONSIDERATIONS OF AGENCY PERPETUATION AND ACQUISITION

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Speaker: Keith Mangini, Vice President, Commercial Team Leader, InsurBanc

This class is designed to explore the current state of the M&A market and teach agency stakeholders the key components of financially planning and preparing for perpetuations and acquisitions. Attendees will learn possible financial structure and ways to access capital for growth and have a better understanding of the value of the agency. Discussions will also include options to enhance the value of the agency.
Pending 2 CE Credits


10:15 - 10:45 AM - CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH

10:45 AM - 1:00 PM - GENERAL SESSION


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BIG I NJ BUSINESS MEETING
Speaker: Kristin Ryan, Big I NJ Chairwoman
The 2025 Big I NJ Business Meeting will include any Bylaws Amendments for vote by participating members, the 2025 Insurance Awards, and door prizes.




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STATE OF THE ASSOCIATION
Speaker: Todd Jackson, IIABA Chairman

IIABA Chairman Todd Jackson will address New Jersey agents to provide a state of the association and an overview of the independent agency system.




KEYNOTE ADDRESS - TBA 


2:00 - 5:00 PM - OPTIONAL AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour 
(30 minutes) - $25 per person
Nobody knows Cape May’s ghosts better than psychic medium Craig McManus. Your MAC guide will relay his findings on this spooky trolley tour through the streets of Cape May beneath flickering gas lamps. Discover just what the ghosts said to McManus and where they are found.

Nauti Spirits Distillery
$25 per person
Enjoy an afternoon at a true farm-to-bottle distillery handcrafting internationally-acclaimed spirits. Nauti Spirits Distillery serves up delicious cocktails, captivating tours, great music, and fun! The trolley shuttle will depart Congress Hall at 2:00 PM for Nauti Spirits Distillery and to return to Congress Hall at 4:30 PM.

*Activities require pre-registration and have limited seating. Please make selections on the registration form or by contacting Jennifer Kacmarsky.

7:00 PM - COCKTAIL RECEPTION

8:00 - 11:00 PM - CHAIRMAN'S BALL

Close out this year's event with entertainment from the ever-popular NY/NY Dueling Pianos.  This is a show you don't want to miss!  All tips received during the dueling piano presentations will go directly to Make-A-Wish New Jersey, so prepare to show your musicians some love this evening!


Tuesday, October 28
7:30 - 9:00 AM - GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST


REGISTRATON                         

Member Packages
Full Access Package:  $295
Additional Registration, Same Agency/Company:  $275 
Spouse/Guest Package:  $240       
Monday-Only Package:  $215 
Non-Member Packages
Full Access Package:  $485
Spouse/Guest Package:  $325
Monday-Only Package:  $385   

Register Online        DOWNLOAD THE REGISTRATION FORM  


HOTEL

Congress Hall
200 Congress Pl, Cape May, NJ 08204
Rate: $249/night, plus tax
Phone:  888-944-1816973-285-1800
Reference Code: Big I NJ Group
Cut Off Date: September 29, 2025

*A 50% room deposit is required at booking.


AWARD NOMINATIONS

Nominations for the 2025 Insurance Awards is currently open. All award nominations are due by August 31 and will be announced during the Big I NJ Business Meeting on Monday, October 27. James F. Anthony Scholarship applications are due August 15th.

Henry A. Franz Insurance Person of the Year Award

Established by the IIA of Passaic County and dedicated to the memory of Henry A. Franz, past president, this award is presented to the individual who has made the most outstanding contribution to the health and advancement of the insurance industry.
Nominate a Big I NJ Member

Richard Hardenbergh Community Service Award
Presented in memory of Richard Hardenbergh, former Big I New Jersey leader and dedicated community volunteer, the recipient of this award is an individual who has made a significant contribution to the community on a voluntary basis. Nominee must live in New Jersey and be involved in the NJ insurance industry.
Nominate a Big I NJ Member

Cherise M. Gonzalez Young Agent of the Year Award
This award is presented to a young agent who has demonstrated service to his or her agency, professional trade association, and community.
Nominate a Big I NJ Member

James F. Anthony Scholarship
Created in 1995, the $1,000 scholarship is given in memory of James F. Anthony, a devoted friend to Big I NJ. The scholarship is bestowed annually to a deserving high school senior seeking further education who has demonstrated excellence in scholastic, extra curricular, and community activities.

Application 


ATTIRE                           

All sessions, with the exception of the Monday night banquet, are casual. 

Attire for the banquet is corporate casual:

  • Men - dress or khaki pants with a button-down or polo shirt, and jacket or sweater.
  • Women - skirt, dress or khaki pants with a blouse, polo shirt or sweater, or a dress.




Event Details

Registration, hotel reservations, and attire recommendations may be found at the bottom of the page under the agenda.


Insurance Award Nominations

Nominations for the 2025 Awards are open through August 31st. Nominate a deserving member today!


Sponsorship Information

Sponsor This Event

For an up-to-date list of available sponsorships, click here.


2025 Sponsors

PLATINUM
Cumberland Mutual
Selective Insurance Group
GOLD
InsurBanc
Liberty Mutual/Safeco
Plymouth Rock Assurance
Progressive
SILVER
Framers Ins. Co. of Flemington
Preferred Mutual Ins. Company
BRONZE
ePay Policy
InsurBanc
EVENT
IIAB of Central New Jersey