The Gold Standard for a Family-Run Agency with Jackson Rollo
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we meet Jackson Rollo, president of Rollo Insurance in College Station, Texas.
Next Generation Talent
Implementing an AI Strategy While Enhancing Expertise and Experience
As administrative roles shrink, experienced professionals are becoming more critical, and organizations are facing a growing gap between technological capability and human expertise.
Rooted in Risk: Meet 10 Young Agents
Young agents are making their mark on the insurance industry. Learn what this next generation of agents has to say about where the industry is headed—and how they fit into it.
Declaration of Independents: Jackson Rollo
Jackson Rollo did not grow up dreaming of insurance. But like many second-generation leaders, once he found his way into the business, he stayed because of the relationships, responsibility and real impact independent agents can have in their communities.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in March
In March, Independent Agent magazine saw the Big “I” realize the fruits of its work with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in revising their property insurance requirements for federally backed mortgages.
A Seat at the Table and What We Do With It
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, Jill Roth, executive vice president of Ahart Frinzi and Smith hosts a conversation with Louise “BeBe” Canter, former Big “I” president, senior vice president at USI Insurance Services, and a Woodworth Memorial Award Winner, and Angela Ripely, current Big ‘I’ chair and president of VW Brown Insurance.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in February
February opened with agencies maintaining a strong interest in exploring and adopting artificial intelligence (AI), the launch of a ChatGPT app and a report from the Big “I” indicating that more agencies plan to expand their use of AI.
Hiring Smart: How Independent Agencies Can Compete for Talent
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, Jennifer Becker, Big “I” executive director of research and education, is joined by Claudia St. John, founder and CEO of The Workplace Advisors. During the episode, they explore how small independent insurance agencies can compete with large corporations for talent; whether artificial intelligence (AI) is helping agencies address staffing shortages or simply adding another layer of complexity; and what agency owners…
How to Compete for Top Talent Without Breaking the Bank
The most successful companies understand that attracting top talent isn’t just about offering the highest salary; it’s about leveraging creative strategies and building an authentic workplace culture.
How the Insurance Industry Is Tackling the Talent Crisis
To address the talent shortage, here are five successful, replicable strategies already in motion to recruit the next wave of insurance talent in 2026 and beyond.
