I often think of the wise King Solomon’s words, “This too shall pass,” as we continue to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the insurance industry, particularly during these tumultuous last few years.
It’s hard to imagine that it was thirty years ago when I conceived of the idea to give independent agents much-needed access to top-tier carriers. Patience, persistence, and hard work turned that dream into the reality that is now Smart Choice - the nation’s fastest growing agency network, boasting more than 10,000 agency partners and three decades strong. While this hard market is challenging, our team has faced many uncertainties over the past 30 years, and this too shall pass.
The Smart Choice team continues to respond to industry challenges with resilience, creativity, and determination. Despite the uncertainties and disruptions caused by external factors, our field staff, carrier partners and agency partners remain steadfast in our mission to deliver value and support to our agencies. Our strategic alliances and collaborations have strengthened our position in the market and expanded our reach, allowing us to deliver more comprehensive solutions and added value to our agencies.
All signs point to industry improvement this year, so we must stay the course, and I am confident that when the market softens, we will be even better positioned than before, fueled by our shared vision, collaborative spirit, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
As we mark our 30th anniversary, I want to express my gratitude for our staff, agency, and carrier partners’ hard work, dedication, and resilience. Your contributions to Smart Choice are invaluable. Thank you for your continued commitment to Smart Choice - I look forward to seeing what we can achieve over the next 30 years.