Big I Kentucky (formally Independent Insurance Agents of Kentucky (IIAK)) is the oldest and largest statewide insurance organization in Kentucky. The association was founded in 1896 and currently has more than 400 insurance agencies throughout the state as members. We estimate that there are some 3,000 to 4,000 people staffing those member agencies. The association provides many services to its members, including professional education, information, lobbying, and regulatory liaison. Big I Kentucky also has programs for its members' benefit, such as a group health plan, Errors and Omissions insurance, retirement services and niche markets. Big I Kentucky has its headquarters in Louisville, Kentucky, and has a staff of six employees.