Chip talks with the current and future chairs of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America along with the CEO, Bob Rusbuldt, to learn how the Big “I” has supported independent insurance agents and brokers throughout the years.
IA Advantage Podcast
Insights for the independent insurance agency channel. Tune in!
IVANS and Ask Kodiak Joining Forces: Creating the Marvel Universe of Insurance Integration
It’s a Beercast! With big news and multiple things to celebrate, Chip sits with Reid Holzworth, CEO of IVANS, and co-founders of Ask Kodiak, Allan Egbert and Mike Albert to discuss their bold new plans for a better connected insurance industry.
Wunderite: Putting the Wonder in Underwriting
Agents have more technology at their disposal than ever before. So why are so many still resorting to pen and paper?
Lions & Tigers & Motorhomes: The Unvarnished Backstory Behind the Trusted Choice Brand. Part 2
Why was the Trusted Choice national co-brand for independent agents created in the first place? Find out here.
Central Beliefs: A New CEO Builds on Rich Tradition
Chip checks in with Evan Purmort one year after taking over as president of Central Insurance.
New Research: Digital Adopters Outperform The Rest
Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance share their latest research that reveals how agents of any size transform and grow.
A New Chapter: Catching Up With Ryan Hanley
Chip catches up with digital marketing expert, former employee, and new agency owner, Ryan Hanley.
Going Bold: Behind the Scenes of the American Family + Bold Penguin Acquisition
American Family and Bold Penguin are teaming up on an InsurTech adventure. Chip Bacciocco sits down with two of his friends who are bringing these companies together.
Applied Acquires EZLynx: CEOs Share Backstory and Vision
Thousands of independent agents were surprised by this big news last month. Get the backstory here.
Why Be a Trusted Choice Agent? Part 1
So what does it mean to be a “Trusted Choice” agent, anyhow? Find out here.
Going Digital: Why Agents Are Here to Stay
There may be bright skies ahead for the independent agent despite the profound pressures they’ve faced during the COVID crisis.