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In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Kelly Donahue-Piro, President at Agency Performance Partners. Kelly talks about the things that Agency Performance Partners is doing in agencies across the country.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck are joined by David Lefevre, Owner of SalesPWR. They continue to discuss the basics of CRM and how to bring a CRM to your insurance agency.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Brian Thorton, President of ProWriters. Brian talks about the huge issues in their industry and some misinformation about cyber insurance.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Ryan Deeds, Product Owner of Ennabl. Ryan talks about the significance of data in agencies and what Ennabl is all about.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck are joined by David Lefevre, Owner of SalesPWR. They discuss what CRM is all about and why people should utilize it.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Aron Robertson, Owner of The Robertson Insurance Group. Aron talks about his journey in the insurance industry and the lessons he learned in the Marine Corps.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck discuss how to make passive income in their agencies through utilizing a quote, bind, and issuing products.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Trace Meek, TRS, Chief Executive Officer, and Founder at Fetch! Underwriting Made Easy. Trace talks about his ideas in building the business and the system they have at Fetch!.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Simon Severino, CEO of Strategy Sprints GmbH. Simon talks about why they work best with high ticket B2B office and what Strategy Sprints is all about.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck discuss budget and people’s budget specifically as it stands for the sales process.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Steve Anderson and Carey Wallace, of Catalyit. Steve and Carey discuss all the tech guidance that agencies need, and what Catalyit is all about.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Joy Justus, SVP, Customer Experience at ThinkHR. Joy talks about her journey in the learning management system and her favorite wins at ThinkHR.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about the different stages of the sales process.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Emilio Figueroa, Chief Insurance Officer at Foresight Commercial Insurance. Emilio talks about how they engage people in utilizing their technology and their focus in the middle market.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Jason Cass, Owner of Agency intelligence and managing partner at the Insurance Alliance. Jason talks about associations and the conversations he had with Billy Williams.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about the different stages a company goes through in the buyer’s journey and the new business appointment they had.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Khuram Hussain, CEO and Founder of 20 Miles Inc. Khuram talks about his approach in the insurance industry and the significance of following systems.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interviews Erik Garcia, CFP®, President at Garcia Financial Group, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, Counselor and Therapist at Matt Morris & Associates. They discuss their knowledge on relationships, money, and their podcast called Building Us Podcast.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about everything we need to know about loss runs.
In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Aaron Steffey, Co-Founder and Director of Sales and Marketing at Propeller Bonds. Aaron talks about the types of bonds and how Propeller Bonds has been doing since it opened.
The commercial insurance industry is changing faster than ever—and not always for the better. Consolidation is accelerating. Service levels are declining. Private equity is pushing agencies to scale in ways that strip out the personal touch that once defined the independent channel. But for the producers willing to do the work, lean into mentorship, and sharpen their craft, this isn’t a challenge—it’s an opportunity.
The commercial insurance industry is in the midst of a major evolution. The traditional workflows that once drove agency productivity are now dragging down growth, overloading staff, and frustrating owners who are trying to scale efficiently. For independent insurance agencies—especially those in the middle market—adapting to these challenges without increasing overhead is a tightrope walk.
Few industries reward consistency, discipline, and patience quite like middle-market commercial insurance. Initially, every producer starts with a different story, background, and path into the business. However, the ones who rise are the ones who learn to embrace the long game. Moreover, while success may take time, those who persevere ultimately reap the benefits. Furthermore, this industry values resilience, and those who remain committed often find themselves achieving great success in the end.
In today’s performance-obsessed culture, achieving elite status in your profession can often come with a hidden price. Tania Khazaal, known to many as Tanya the Herbalist, knows this truth firsthand. After climbing the ranks in the insurance industry and landing in the top 1% of sales professionals, she found herself at a crossroads. Despite the accolades, international travel perks, and consistent recognition, she was suffering from a quiet crisis: burnout.
In the fast-paced world of commercial insurance, the grind of daily operations often blinds agency leaders to the foundational cracks forming beneath them. Producers are focused on closing deals. Account managers are buried in servicing. Agency principals are juggling leadership, sales, operations, and finance. Yet in the midst of this hustle, many agencies lack the one thing that can unlock the next level of growth: organizational clarity.
Brian’s journey isn’t one of shortcuts or overnight success. It’s the story of a man who has faced battlefields, boardrooms, and hospital beds — and come out the other side with an unshakable sense of purpose. His agency is young, his vision is clear, and his “why” runs deep.
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