Agency Nation Meets: Jamie Behymer
Jamie Behymer, director of diversity, inclusion and young agents at the Big “I,” leads initiatives that empower emerging leaders and help independent insurance agencies become more inclusive.
Diversity & Inclusion
Reflections From The 2025 Inclusive Agency Roundtable
In April, the Big “I” Diversity Council hosted the Inclusive Agency Roundtable, which brought together independent agents, company partners and industry leaders to discuss actionable strategies for creating more inclusive agencies.
The Power of the Hispanic Community and Bridging Gaps in Insurance
Hispanic influence continues to expand in the world of business, entrepreneurship and insurance, playing a key role in shaping the future of these sectors.
Embracing DE&I is a Journey of Understanding and Transformation
The ability of an organization to give life to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), is a keystone to employee retention, talent recruitment and sustainable success.
Brighter Tomorrow: Why Diversity Isn’t Just About Race or Gender
Having a workforce that’s as diverse as its customers creates a better understanding of those unique needs, leading to customized solutions and stronger relationships with policyholders.
Insurance Women in Leadership: Growth Happens Outside of Your Comfort Zone
On this special Women’s History Month edition of Agency Nation Radio, women leaders in insurance reveal the grit and grace it takes to succeed in a male-dominated industry.
Women Are Powerful Insurance Purchasers, According to Trusted Choice Survey
The survey revealed that 80% of women are responsible for purchasing their household’s insurance coverage.
AN Radio: Vision for ‘Violet’ and Women in Leadership with Sarah Cooke
Sarah Cooke, director of personal lines at WalkerHughes Insurance in Indianapolis, shares how the agency took technology into its own hands to overcome challenges in the hard market.
Women in Insurance Agencies Lead the Way in Meeting Consumer Needs
The latest research by Liberty Mutual and Safeco explores the unique strengths women bring to insurance agencies, as well as what female consumers want and need from agents.
Declaration of Independents: Osiris Maldonado
After graduating high school and college, Maldonado took a job in car sales. The role opened her eyes to insurance, and after working in an agency for several years, Maldonado co-founded an agency in 2019.
