Our industry is full of amazing people.

Some, however, go above and beyond by making significant contributions to our association and industry. We like to highlight those people.

There are no strict criteria that needs to be met for the award other than the nominee should be or has been an active Big I member during their career and has served our industry and community well. Please be as specific as you can about the person’s background so our committee can make a well informed decision

If you would like to nominate someone for the annual Pioneer Award please complete and submit this form.


Pioneer Award Recipients

2023

Paul Chisholm
Insurance Associates Marketplace Agency, Inc

2016

Vic Rutecki
Rutecki Agency

2013

Mark Garvelli
Walsh Duffield Cos, Inc.

2022

Lou Atti
Tompkins Insurance

2015

Eric P. Keller
H.R. Keller & Co. Inc.

2011

Walter J. Floss, Jr.
Floss Agency, Inc.

2017

Jo Ann Decker
The Decker Agency, Inc.

2014

Donald L. Houck, Jr.
Donald Houck Agency

2010

Lucille E. Decker
The Decker Agency, Inc.