Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in October
New reports revealed widening gaps in insurance coverage and an expanding role for agents. Plus, Agency Nation Radio spoke with GEICO on its move into the independent agency channel.
Legal and Compliance
Fix Our Forests Act Edges Closer to Law
The “Fix Our Forests Act of 2025,” which will improve forest management, reduce wildfire risk and protect critical infrastructure, was passed out of a U.S. Senate committee.
Finding the Win With Jill Roth
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we chat with Jill Roth, executive vice president at Ahart, Frinzi & Smith in Alexandria, Virginia.
Declaration of Independents: Jill Roth
Roth, executive vice president at Ahart, Frinzi & Smith, started her career on Capitol Hill. Born and raised a Jersey girl, Roth graduated from George Mason University with a major in political science and international affairs.
How Independent Insurance Agents Are Making Communities More Resilient
One thing is clear when it comes to catastrophes: Business as usual is no longer an option. Agents are in a prime position to become vocal leaders shaping resilience strategy on a community level.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in June
Erie Insurance and Philadelphia Insurance Companies grappled with extended system outages, prompting errors & omissions concerns for independent insurance agents.
AN Radio: Powering Growth and Pushing for Change with Michelle O’Connor
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we meet Michelle O’Connor, president of O’Connor Insurance Associates in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Declaration of Independents: Michelle O’Connor
When Michelle O’Connor and her husband started their insurance agency 25 years ago, they knew from the very beginning that joining the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina was a must.
Federal Regulations That Apply As Your Company Grows
As your company grows, it’s important to understand that as you add employees, the employment regulations your company falls under change as well.
J.D. Power and Big ‘I’ Study: Agents’ Carrier Relationships in Hard Market
In the current hard market environment, independent agents are proactively shopping ahead for their clients more than they have in the past.
