Her Story: Meet The New Big ‘I’ Chair
Angela Ripley, president of VW Brown Insurance in Columbia, Maryland, brings two decades of agency leadership, eight acquisitions and a passion for mentorship and inclusion to the role of Big “I” chair.
Issue Highlights – September 2025
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Should You Join an Independent Agency Alliance?
Here are the answers to some commonly asked questions that may guide you in deciding if an agency alliance is right for your independent insurance agency.
Bad Data Is Preventing You From Realizing AI’s Potential
Trying to use AI on top of disorganized, outdated or unreliable data doesn’t create efficiencies, it creates more work. However, AI isn’t the problem. The problem is that you skipped a step.
The Human Side Of Leadership In The Age of AI
The leaders who excel in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) will be those who lean harder into the human touch when it matters most.
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.
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