Declaration of Independents: Will Canterbury
Will Canterbury is an entrepreneur in the truest sense. From running a lawn care business to pursuing a music career to selling furniture, Canterbury has done it all.
Technology and Tools
6 Strategies for Overcoming AI Analysis Paralysis in Your Insurance Agency
Tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot are being hailed as game-changers. But for many independent insurance agency owners, the excitement comes with a side of anxiety: Where do you even start?
How AI Can Address Independent Insurance Agency Pain Points
AI-based tools can solve many of the challenges confronting today’s insurance agents, helping agencies work smarter, serve clients faster and grow more efficiently.
AI and the Carrier-Agent Relationship
Thoughtful leverage of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities from both ends of the carrier-agent partnership has the potential to increase efficiency and effectiveness across the distribution system.
GEICO Talks Independent Agents and Highlights from Applied Net 2025
An exclusive interview on GEICO’s move into the independent agency channel, plus insights into Applied Systems’ acquisition of Cytora and more on this special edition of Agency Nation Radio.
Applied Net 2025: AI Innovations Power the ‘Intelligent Insurance Era’
This year’s conference made one thing clear: artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a buzzword—it’s becoming a daily tool reshaping how agencies quote, renew and serve clients.
Agency Nation Meets: Colby Tunick
Colby Tunick is the founder and CEO of ReFocus, which is building the driverless car of insurance servicing.
Why Improving Workflow Speed Matters More Than Ever
It’s not just about workflow speed—it’s about perception. A quick response signals professionalism, urgency and care.
Declaration of Independents: Marianne Policastro-Wik
Marianne Policastro-Wik is leading her agency, a 2025 Best Practices Agency, through thoughtful “modernization,” paying careful attention to embracing technology without losing the human touch.
Applied Systems Acquires Cytora
The acquisition of Cytora, a U.K.-based digital risk processing company, will allow Applied to accelerate its vision of delivering a connected end-to-end policy lifecycle.
