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Big “I” Legislative Conference 2018 HIGHLIGHTS T his celebrated annual event gave leaders in our industry a chance to support the independent agency system and educate legislators on issues important to our members and their clients. The schedule included an in-depth issues briefing, legislative breakfast with high-profile political figures, a general session and networking opportunities for all in attendance. KAIA has your back in Washington (Shown below, left to right) The association’s VP/Treasurer Kristy Wilson, Young Agents Chair Brock Elliott, Executive Director Dave Hulcher, and Lobbyist Dan Murray, represented Kansas in Washington at this immeasurably impactful event. Continued on next page. Renowned Speakers (Shown below, clockwise from top left) To begin the second day, the Legislative Conference Breakfast began with a word from Senator Mitch McConnell followed by Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer. The following day featured Keynote Speaker Brett Baier at the General Session Breakfast discussing current political issues concerning independent agents. | May - June 2018 | KANSAS INSURANCE AGENT & BROKER 19