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The Power of Print

Independent Agent reaches 40,000 active and engaged professionals in print.

Magazines deliver powerful relationships that influence, inspire and endure. A trusted source for agents since 1903, Independent Agent still thrives in print. Approximately 40,000 independent agents and brokers look to Independent Agent in print each month for the information they need to run a better agency.

In 2025, we surveyed our readers about how they prefer to read the magazine, as well as their business. Here's what we found:

When considering new products or services for their agency, 65% of Independent Agent readers view the magazine as an important information source.

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said in print

76% of Independent Agent readers are directly involved in determining which carriers to place business with.

Inside every issue

News & Views
Cutting-edge industry research served up in digestible chunks
Full Coverage
Analysis on the latest issues and trends in P-C and more
Smart Agency
Business intelligence for savvy agents and brokers
On the Hill
Updates on Big “I” advocacy and legislative priorities
Features
Deep dives and in-depth interviews on the hottest insurance topics
Markets
The inside line on market trends and coverages

Have a story idea or press release to share with Independent Agent?
Email Will Jones or schedule a call on Calendly.

Will Jones Editor-in-Chief, Independent Agent

Rates are net and per insertion. Premium positions are an additional charge. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Extend Your Print Advertising Investment

The digital edition of Independent Agent magazine is mobile-responsive and HTML-optimized, providing independent agents and brokers with an exceptional user experience across all devices. Link to the landing page of your choice and maintain your presence on the digital issue for readers to reference at any time.

Switch between views with ease

Reading view (default): The HTML-based view of our publication is optimized for all devices. In this view, there are scrolling articles that automatically adjust to your device for comfortable reading.
Page view: The digital replica of the publication. Flip through this digital book in either a 1- or 2-page format. Determine your preferred zoom setting for an optimal experience.

Leaderboard (all views)

The leaderboard ad appears on-screen in both the reading view and page view of the digital publication.

Rectangle (all views)

The rectangle ad is on the table of contents, appearing on-screen for all pages of the reading view and page view.

& TOC Mobile Banners (HTML reading view)

The TOC mobile banner appears in the table of contents, on-screen to the right of the publication on desktop and clickable on mobile in the reading view. The top TOC mobile banner will appear after the 1^starticle, and subsequent banners show every 3 articles.

In-Publication Digital Options (HTML reading view)

These standalone ad options are placed between article pages on the HTML reading view of the digital publication and are visible on all device types.

HTML5 Ad

This mobile responsive ad option gives you the freedom to include text, images, hyperlinks and video across a variety of devices. Full design must be provided by the advertiser at this time.

Medium/Large/Full Page Digital Insert or Outsert

Your message appears as an image-based insert, either in between key articles, or placed at the back of the digital publication.

Digital Video Sponsorship

The video sponsorship option displays a video, 50-70 words of summary content and a hyperlink to deliver your message to target audiences. The video sponsorship is placed on its own page and is included as an item in the Table of Contents.

Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Belly Bands

Details

Wrap an issue of Independent Agent with your message. This tear-off belly band stops readers with your message before they begin reading the issue. You can submit creative designed to the specs, or Independent Agent’s marketing editors can custom-design the belly band for you.

Specs

SPECS: 18.5″ x 6″, 80# paper, 4/1 color
PRICING VARIES (You design vs. we design)
TIMING: Commitment due
two weeks prior to ad close

Tip

Details

Tip an additional message onto the cover or your full-page ad in Independent Agent. A smaller message can be glued onto your brand ad, and heavier paper helps readers flip right to it to make it a stand-out piece.

Specs

SPECS: 100# gloss cover coated, two sides, 4/4, size: 8.25″ x 5.5″
PRICING VARIES (You design vs. we design)
TIMING: Commitment due two weeks prior to ad close

Custom Supplements

Stand out from the crowd by publishing your very own custom supplement magazine—inserted into an issue of Independent Agent. This premium opportunity comes with additional exposure in the main magazine and in the monthly Fast Focus e-newsletter.

Available Options:
‣ 1 page, 2 surfaces
‣ 2 pages, 4 surfaces
‣ 4 pages, 8 surfaces

Align your supplement with the issue’s theme to leverage the editorial environment for your message.

State-Targeted Direct Mail Insert

Reach independent agents and brokers where it matters to you! Target your audience by state with our new state direct mail insert offer.

Top Markets:

● New York
● Florida
● Texas
● Pennsylvania
● California

* Pricing varies per state.

*Please contact us to discuss other direct-mail options.

Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Advertorials

Publishing an advertorial in Independent Agent will draw attention to a research study, infographic, white paper or thought leadership piece. This is an excellent opportunity to educate Big “I” members and boost your credibility.

Full-Page Spread Advertorial

400-500 words

Double-Page Spread Advertorial

800-1,000 words

Looking to publish an advertorial online? Learn more about opportunities on iamagazine.com.

Specifications

When writing your advertorial, please keep in mind:

Writing style must be informative in nature

Our audience is independent insurance agents and brokers

You will be required to submit article copy and images

We need a little extra time to prepare this type of content, please submit your materials 14 days prior to material deadline

All materials are subject to review by the Big “I”

Rates are net. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Current Rates (IIABM1225) Future Rates (IIABM0126)

Sponsored Content - Full Color
Select Frequency
12x

Two Page Advertorial
$11,250.00 $10,799.50 $10,239.50 $9,899.50
$9,899.50

Publication Format: 8.375" x 10.875". For more information, please visit:
https://officialmediaguide.com/mag-specs

Full Page Advertorial
$7,200.00 $6,909.50 $6,549.50 $6,339.50
$6,339.50

Publication Format: 8.375" x 10.875". For more information, please visit:
https://officialmediaguide.com/mag-specs

Supplementary Charges

Artwork Creation
$125.00

Sponsored Content - Full Color
Select Frequency
12x

Two Page Advertorial
$11,250.00 $10,799.50 $10,239.50 $9,899.50
$9,899.50

Publication Format: 8.375" x 10.875". For more information, please visit:
https://officialmediaguide.com/mag-specs

Full Page Advertorial
$7,200.00 $6,909.50 $6,549.50 $6,339.50
$6,339.50

Publication Format: 8.375" x 10.875". For more information, please visit:
https://officialmediaguide.com/mag-specs

Supplementary Charges

Artwork Creation
$125.00

The Power of Print

Independent Agent reaches 40,000 active and engaged professionals in print.

In 2025, we surveyed our readers about how they prefer to read the magazine, as well as their business. Here's what we found:

When considering new products or services for their agency, 65% of Independent Agent readers view the magazine as an important information source.

How do you want to receive Independent Agent ?

said in print

76% of Independent Agent readers are directly involved in determining which carriers to place business with.

Inside every issue

Rates are net and per insertion. Premium positions are an additional charge. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Extend Your Print Advertising Investment

Switch between views with ease

Leaderboard (all views)

Rectangle (all views)

& TOC Mobile Banners (HTML reading view)

HTML5 Ad

Medium/Large/Full Page Digital Insert or Outsert

Digital Video Sponsorship

Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Belly Bands

Tip

Custom Supplements

State-Targeted Direct Mail Insert

Top Markets:

Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Advertorials

Full-Page Spread Advertorial

Double-Page Spread Advertorial

Looking to publish an advertorial online? Learn more about opportunities on iamagazine.com.

Rates are net. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you ready to take your influence to the next level? Ask us about custom packaging options and industry-specific campaigns to boost your presence in print and online.

Sponsored Content - Full Color

Select Frequency

12x

Supplementary Charges

Sponsored Content - Full Color

Select Frequency

12x

Supplementary Charges