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

To hire top insurance talent, refine timing, messaging, branding, and use social media and referrals wisely.

Chris Reisdorf on 2025 insurance trends, carrier-agent shifts & how Smart Choice keeps agents ahead.

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

Organic growth was driven by a record-breaking 1,450 new agencies joining last year. 2024 also marked the 8th consecutive year of over 1k plus new agency additions annually making Smart Choice the fastest growing agency network in the country.

Young professionals representing independent agents emphasize the critical role of agency perpetuation plans in ensuring future business growth and identifying diverse funding sources.

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

Insurance agents need E&O coverage—like malpractice insurance, but for financial advice and protection.

The High Point Enterprise newspaper has selected the Smart Choice founder and CEO as its 2024 awardee.

As the year comes to a close, we celebrate resilience, collaboration, and a 7% program growth. With markets reopening and AI-driven innovations on the horizon, we look forward to new opportunities in the year ahead.

A look back at 2024 including business numbers, challenges, and milestones, as well as looking ahead to 2025.

Expanding into commercial insurance unlocks higher earnings, diversifies revenue streams, and fosters stronger client loyalty, positioning agencies for long-term success in a competitive market.