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May 2026
Big I Westchester Golf Tournament

May 11 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sunningdale Country Club 300 Underhill Road, Scarsdale, NY, United States

Grab your clubs and get ready for a day of great shots, great laughs, and even better memories. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just out to enjoy the sunshine, […]
Big I WNY Lunch & CE

May 13 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Larkin at Exchange 726 Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Join us on Wednesday, May 13th, for a half-day session CE Class sponsored by ELANY that will cover the following topics: Insurance Law Ethics & Professionalism Diversity & Inclusion Flood […]
E&O Loss Control Seminar: 40th Anniversary

May 14 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm E&O Loss Control Seminar: 40th Anniversary

Virtual Event

Join us for our annual E&O Loss Control Seminar 40th Anniversary! Earn CE. Earn a Premium Discount. Reduce Your Risk of an E&O Exposure. This jam-packed seminar will leave you […]

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June 2026
Big I Greater Rochester Stephen Saunders Memorial Golf Tournament

June 11 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Ravenwood Golf Club 929 Lynaugh Road, Victor, NY, United States

This year, we are honored to rename this event to the Big I Greater Rochester Stephen Saunders Memorial Golf Tournament. Steve was a dedicated and respected member of our insurance […]
Big I CNY Golf Tournament

June 22 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Timber Banks 3536 Timber Banks Parkway, Baldwinsville, NY, United States

The Big I CNY Golf Tournament returns on June 22 at Timber Banks Golf Course, bringing together our insurance community for a great day on the course, all while giving back. Proceeds from the tournament support local charities selected by your votes, making your round count for more than just your score. Registration opens Wednesday, […]
August 2026
Big I Suffolk Golf Tournament

August 17

Cold Spring Country Club 22 E Gate Drive, Huntington, NY, United States
September 2026
Westchester E-Day

September 23

The Opus Westchester 3 Renaissance Square, White Plains, NY, United States

Save the Day: September 23rd
Rochester I-Day

September 24 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Casa Larga Vineyards 2287 Turk Hill Road, Fairport, NY, United States

Save the Date: September 24th
October 2026
Orange County Agents Golf Outing

October 8

The Powelton Club 29 Old Balmville Road, Newburgh, NY, United States
Women in Insurance Summit 2026

Featured October 14 @ 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

The Woman's Club of White Plains 305 Ridgeway, White Plains, NY, United States

Save the Date! The Big I NY Women in Insurance Summit returns on October 14, 2026, at The Woman’s Club of White Plains in White Plains, NY. What began as […]

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