By: Carey Wallace The most valuable asset in every agency is people. And there is no question that the insurance industry is based on relationships, and the best way to have strong relationships is to have quality people representing your brand, serving your customers and shaping the culture of your agency. Agencies that create a…
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.
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“It takes the human element and an in-depth knowledge of our client’s business to creatively solve their challenges,” says young agent Andrew Silva. “The wall we’re trying to break down is proving we’re not just a line item on their expense books, but a m