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Insurance Refocused
The independent insurance agency space is rapidly changing and evolving. The whole industry is feeling it and we want to provide a connection for agents to understand that they’re not alone. Join industry expert, Carey Wallace, and her Gen Z daughter, Lindsay Wallace, as they interview agency owners, and get down in the nitty-gritty of every day topics that you face in your agency. The incoming wave of M&A, agency marketing, technology & insurtech, and generational change is upon us, join us as we redefine the industry!
Insurance Refocused
#139 - Transitioning from Captive to Independent w/ Charley Todd
In this episode, Lindsay and Carey Wallace sit down with Charley Todd from Charley Insurance to explore his pivotal decision to transition from a captive agency to the independent side of the insurance industry. They delve into the motivations behind this bold move, the surprising challenges of starting anew, and the exciting opportunities it presents. Charley shares his philosophy on embracing entrepreneurship, the critical importance of customer experience, and his ambitious vision to specialize in home insurance for disaster-prone states. The discussion highlights the value of viewing industry changes not as threats, but as catalysts for innovation and creative growth.
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