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Premier industry expert delivers a masterclass in ‘the industry right now’. Note from our host, Michael Jans: When I told a colleague I had just interviewed Dennis Chookaszian, he said, ‘He might know more about insurance than anyone alive.’ I replied, ‘This much I know to be true: I learned more in that one hour […]
Leading ‘Advanced Technology’ marketing expert shares the newest secrets to online advertising. What does an agency principal need to know about the latest breakthroughs in digital marketing? After all, it’s likely that the principal won’t be the hands-on technician, right? But, every principal who sees their primary job as building a reliable Organic Growth Machine […]
‘Instant’ small commercial lines? Emerging Technology offers a new option for independent agents You may have heard of CoverWallet. A ‘CNBC Upstart 100’ recognized as a top global start-up. You may have also heard of them as a very fast growing, very innovative agency. With over 225 employees. Going directly to the consumer. But, now, […]
Insurance data nerd reveals secrets to creating digital content that wins the hearts of insurance consumers Ryan Deeds is one of the biggest insurance nerds in the entire industry – it’s a big reason why he writes for Insurance Nerds and co-hosts The Digital Broker Podcast alongside Steve Anderson when he’s not pouring himself over raw […]
Insurance futurist declares ‘Fork in the road ahead’ – which direction is your agency headed? Chris Burand—one of the industry’s most respected thought leaders, analysts, valuation and acquisition specialists—has seen enough of the future to give agents a clear-eyed heads-up. Chris has led more than 350 seminars and workshops. He’s been published over 400 times. […]
The surprising evolution of the independent insurance agent Matt was recently honored with the Insurance Business America ‘Hot 100’ Award which recognizes leaders who are shaping the future of insurance – and there’s no wonder why when you realize SIAA has 13% of all independent agencies in their alliance, has created 4,487 new agencies since […]
Life insurance in a P&C agency… why the big controversy? Why do so many P&C agencies struggle with the ‘life sale’? Chris Jarvis—best-selling author of 15 books, million-dollar producer, and former P&C actuary—digs deep into the challenges and opportunities facing P&C principals: How to avoid the biggest and most common mistakes selling life insurance in […]
Agency hires marketer… hits 34% growth: lessons learned If you’re seeking growth and have time for one conversation, this is exactly what you’re looking for. Christopher Cook, Owner & President of Alliance Insurance Services shares what he did to hit 34% year-over-year growth – and what he’s learned along the way. A recent survey by Safeco […]
In this brave new world, technology has brought scale to the classic principles What happens when you bring together 4 of the sharpest marketing minds in the insurance industry? You get a conversation loaded with so much great information that it bears revisiting… more than once. Michael DeLaGrange, Brent Sheppard, Robert Knop, and Tyler McConvill […]
Startup founder shows ‘here’s how insurtech can be the agent’s friend.’ How do your customers feel when they call for service – and they’re put on hold? By you or their carrier. Joseph D’Souza tells the story of what happened when an insurance provider put him on hold. And he waited… And waited… And waited… […]
