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For many professionals, the desire to own a business begins long before they know which business to build. They have experience managing relationships, solving problems, leading teams or overseeing finances. What they want next is the opportunity to put those abilities to work for themselves. An independent insurance agency is one possibility worth exploring. It is a business built around helping people and companies understand their risks, evaluate coverage options and make informed decisions.
Credit: TimeStopper/Adobe Stock The independent insurance model is booming. More agents than ever are leaving the safety of captive carriers behind to carve out their own path. But while the rewards can be great, the journey is not without its pitfalls. I’ve lived both sides. After beginning my career in the captive world, I launched my own agency, Garzella Group, and grew it from scratch to more than $86 million in premium over just 10 years.
Bold Penguin recently announced a collaboration with Darkhorse Insurance Brokers, introducing their digital solution for simplifying the commercial insurance quote process for all Darkhorse member agencies. Darkhorse, a leading provider of tailored insurance solutions, will leverage Bold Penguin’s integrated product suite, including its market-leading commercial insurance quoting platform, the Bold Penguin Terminal.
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