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Watkins to join Independent Sector as CEO; big transition planned for the Big "I"

Akilah WatkinsCEO DeparturesRusbuldt to retire from the Big "I"Bob Rusbuldt will retire next August from the $19M-revenue Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America after 23 years, making him the group's longest-serving chief executive. SVP for External, Industry and Government Affairs Charles Symington will succeed Rusbuldt on Sept. 1, 2023.Rusbuldt joined Big "I" 37 years ago and led government affairs before being promoted to CEO in 2001. The group credits him with many initiatives, including Big "I" Markets, a market access program for members, the formation of BIRC, a reinsurance company, and the creation of InsurBanc, a bank catering to member… Read More