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Captive to Independent Pt. 2 - Ron Keats

Episode 44 of the The Insurance Perspectives Podcast podcast, hosted by HawkSoft, titled "Captive to Independent Pt. 2 - Ron Keats" was published on August 20, 2024 and runs 36 minutes.

August 20, 2024 ·36m · The Insurance Perspectives Podcast

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In this episode of the Insurance Perspectives podcast, Kenny Hendricks interviews Ron Keats of Keats Insurance Agencies about his transition from being a captive insurance agent to becoming an independent agent. Ron shares his background as a captive agent and how he established himself in the independent space. He discusses the advantages and challenges of being a captive agent and the importance of having choice and options for clients. Ron emphasizes the need for agents to participate in i...

In this episode of the Insurance Perspectives podcast, Kenny Hendricks interviews Ron Keats of Keats Insurance Agencies about his transition from being a captive insurance agent to becoming an independent agent. Ron shares his background as a captive agent and how he established himself in the independent space. He discusses the advantages and challenges of being a captive agent and the importance of having choice and options for clients. Ron emphasizes the need for agents to participate in industry groups and think tanks and build a team to work on the business rather than in the business.

Takeaways

  • Transitioning from being a captive agent to becoming an independent agent requires preparation and a clear value proposition.
  • Participating in industry groups and think tanks can provide valuable insights and support for independent agents.
  • Delegating tasks and building a team is essential for agents to work on the business rather than in the business.
  • Open communication and collaboration between independent agents and carriers can lead to better outcomes for both parties.


Learn more about Keats Insurance Agencies:
https://www.keatsagency.com/
https://www.facebook.com/KeatsAgency
https://x.com/keatsagency

To connect with Ron, reach out via LinkedIn.

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