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Gallagher Breaks Records with $13.45 Billion AssuredPartners Acquisitionhttps://www.iamagazine.com/news/gallagher-breaks-records-with-13-45-billion-assuredpartners-acquisitionGallagher Breaks Records with $13.45 Billion AssuredPartners AcquisitionThe transaction, the largest sale ever of a U.S. insurance broker to a strategic acquirer, will strengthen Gallagher's U.S. middle-market property & casualty and employee benefits focus.12/9/2024 5:00:00 AMIn the NewsIn the NewsNewsWill Jones
What Types of Interest Rates Do Lenders Use? https://www.iamagazine.com/strategies/what-types-of-interest-rates-do-lenders-useWhat Types of Interest Rates Do Lenders Use? Whatever route an agency's growth plans take, debt financing is likely to be part of the process. Here are the three types of rates lenders use. 12/5/2024 2:00:00 PMAgency Operations ＆ Best PracticesAgency Operations ＆ Best PracticesStrategiesAlicia Chandler
12 Marketing Mistakes Agencies Make and How to Fix Themhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/december/12-marketing-mistakes-agencies-make-and-how-to-fix-them12 Marketing Mistakes Agencies Make and How to Fix ThemFrom building a brand to running paid social media ads, the world of marketing has significant nuances that agency staff miss as they concentrate on core activities like sales and service.12/1/2024 5:30:00 AMSales ＆ MarketingDecemberAnneMarie McPherson Spears
5 Areas Where Alignment Can Make or Break an Acquisitionhttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/december/5-areas-where-alignment-can-make-or-break-an-acquisition5 Areas Where Alignment Can Make or Break an Acquisition​The landscape of agency acquisitions is as challenging as it is rewarding. To be successful, an acquisition requires a delicate balance between strategic alignment, financial prudence, cultural fit and more. 12/1/2024 5:25:00 AMPerpetuation ＆ ValuationDecemberJeff Smith
Weighed Down: 7 Ways to Fend Off Self-Sabotage https://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/december/weighed-down-7-ways-to-fend-off-self-sabotageWeighed Down: 7 Ways to Fend Off Self-Sabotage Negative words can have a lasting impact, often shaping how we see ourselves. The key to reprogramming your mindset is focusing on strengths and progress, especially when faced with setbacks.12/1/2024 5:10:00 AMSales ＆ MarketingDecemberCasey Cunningham
Identifying a Purpose Statement for Your Agency https://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2024/december/identifying-a-purpose-statement-for-your-agencyIdentifying a Purpose Statement for Your Agency How do you share who you are and what your business stands for? It comes down to purpose.12/1/2024 5:10:00 AMSales ＆ MarketingDecemberManny Barbosa