Case Studies

Kolt Byerly built a thriving agency with Smart Choice, strong carriers & smart moves after leaving car sales.

Tatsiana Tarasava grew her agency with Smart Choice, gaining market access, support & full independence.

Buddi McKenzie on going independent, growing with Smart Choice & leading a thriving insurance agency.

Jackie Morgan found the right fit with Smart Choice—meeting her needs & growing her agency with confidence.

Sometimes luck opens the door—but it’s experience, discernment, and the right partnerships that turn a $10,000 moment into long-term momentum.

ChangHi Yun's journey from a captive agent to a successful independent insurance agency owner highlights the power of network support, strategic guidance, and a willingness to embrace new opportunities for growth and diversification.

Hundley Batts Jr. transformed his childhood ambition of being a businessman into a dynamic career as an insurance professional and entertainment consultant, fueled by the support and flexibility offered by Smart Choice.

The leadership transition at Strongs Agency from founder Charles Strong to his sons Brian and Bill has ushered in a modernized approach, expanding into preferred and commercial markets with the help of Smart Choice, enabling growth through new carrier options and streamlined commercial policy management.

Thuan Hieu Nguyen, a biostatistics graduate turned insurance agency owner, thrives in the insurance industry through his deep community involvement and the supportive network of Smart Choice, which has played a crucial role in his agency's growth and success.

By leveraging strategic agency network support and maintaining a strong adaptability, SSW Insurance Agency has flourished in the challenging Florida market, demonstrating the power of resilience and smart resource utilization.

By leveraging the Jedi-style mentorship of his territory manager at Smart Choice, Ben Williams rapidly transformed his fledgling insurance agency into a successful business, securing appointments with top carriers like Allstate and Travelers despite his initial lack of industry experience.

Discover how Andy Patton, pastor and owner of Patton Financial & Insurance Group in Nashville, Tennessee, found his career fit in the insurance industry. Learn how he overcame challenges, found the right network support with Smart Choice, and built his independent agency. Explore his journey to offering financial products, loans, and commercial insurance, and see how Smart Choice's partnership and commission structure helped him succeed.