Richard Signorelli

Council of Insurance Brokers of Greater New York, Inc. is based in Hicksville, NY. The council of insurance brokers of greater, inc. (cibgny) is a well-established professional trade association that represents independent insurance brokers and agents across boroughs, Westchester, and Rockland counties. Serving as a successor to local brokers’ associations, cibgny advocates for the business interests and insurance needs of its members and their clients. The organization provides members with direct access to its board, lobbyists, and state legislators and regulators, enabling active participation in legislative and regulatory matters such as loss runs, late notice of claims, certificates of insurance, and producer compensation. Cibgny supports its members through educational programs, networking events, and legislative advocacy, maintaining a proactive presence to influence insurance-related policies. The association offers a gold ribbon sponsorship program that funds initiatives including roundtable forums, educational sessions, networking opportunities, and legislative engagement, while providing sponsors with recognition across events, communications, and social media. Additionally, cibgny collaborates with the excess line association of (elany), a nonprofit industry advisory group that facilitates compliance with excess line insurance laws, provides continuing education credits, and serves as a liaison between brokers and regulators. Through its comprehensive member services, advocacy efforts, and community-building events, cibgny fosters professional growth, innovation, and a strong collective voice for independent insurance brokers in the greater area. The Council of Insurance Brokers of Greater New York, Inc. was founded in 1967.