Welcome

To the Independent Insurance Agents of Oklahoma (BIGiOK)! You are taking the first step toward joining a dynamic community of professionals dedicated to supporting and advancing independent insurance agencies across the state.

At BIGiOK, we believe in “making you a better agent,” and we are excited to welcome you into a network of like-minded professionals committed to growth, advocacy, and excellence. Throughout the application process, we are here to assist you every step of the way. Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at membership@bigiok.com—we’re happy to help.

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Membership Investment

Your annual membership investment in BIGiOK provides access to a comprehensive range of exclusive benefits, which are outlined under “Membership Advantages.” These benefits include legislative advocacy, education and training opportunities, access to insurance markets, and valuable business resources designed specifically for independent agencies.

Membership in BIGiOK also includes:

• Membership in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA)
• Participation in Trusted Choice, the national brand that champions independent agents

Please Note: Membership dues are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions but may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. In accordance with the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, the non-deductible portions of dues are as follows:

• IIABA: 22.04%
• Oklahoma (BIGiOK): 18.52%

Fiscal Year and dues proration

BIGiOK’s fiscal year runs from July 1 to June 30.

If you join on or after April 1, the full annual dues will apply, which includes the remaining months of the current fiscal year plus the following full year.

If you join before April 1, you may pro-rate the current year’s dues.

“Need to Know” definitions

–Staff Count
For membership purposes, “staff” includes all officers, owners, partners, producers, CSRs, and licensed or unlicensed employees and independent contractors involved in the agency’s operations—whether in insurance, employee benefits, or related financial services, regardless of location.

Employees working less than 30 hours per week = count as ½

Employees working 30 hours or more per week = count as 1

–Branch Locations
If your agency operates additional offices, please complete the main Agency Membership Application first. Then return to the main application page to submit a Branch Application for each additional location.

To be considered a branch, the location must share the same Federal Tax ID as the main office. Offices with different tax IDs must apply for membership as separate agencies.

membership Categories

–Agency Membership
Eligible agencies must:

• Hold an active license in good standing with the Oklahoma Insurance Department
• Represent multiple insurance carriers
• Retain ownership of policy expiration rights
• Be current on all BIGiOK membership dues

–Affiliate Membership (Life&Health Agencies Only)
Designed for individuals who do not meet Agency or Associate criteria but wish to access BIGiOK’s E&O markets and educational offerings. Affiliate Members must be current on dues.

–Associate Membership
For businesses or individuals who work with the insurance industry—typically vendors, service providers, or consultants. Associate Members are non-voting but enjoy access to networking and promotional opportunities. Current dues payment is required.

Pre-application notice

Before you begin an Agency application, please be prepared with the names and email addresses of all employees you wish to include.

You will be able to enter information for up to three employees directly within the form. If your agency has more than three employees, you’ll have the option to upload an Excel or CSV file containing the full list of names and email addresses during the application process.