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On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we meet Jackson Rollo, president of Rollo Insurance in College Station, Texas.  “Once I had the maturity and context to understand what insurance actually is, I fell in love with it,” Rollo says.  hubs.la/Q04lfQfF0
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Independent agencies are no strangers to community involvement, from sponsoring local events to supporting charitable causes year-round. But for some agencies, giving back goes beyond tradition. It’s built into how they engage with the people they serve. hubs.la/Q04lfjH30
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Important info for company admins: Complete your free profile on the NEW Trusted Choice to ensure online visibility for your agency in consumer search results. Don’t miss out on free leads! hubs.la/Q04h_SLS0
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🚨 Time is running out!🚨 The deadline to apply for the 2026 Outstanding YAC Awards is tomorrow, June 12. Don't let your accomplishments go unnoticed. Submit your application before the deadline! 🔗: hubs.la/Q04kTDNL0
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GIVE Week 2026 is coming to a close, but the impact will continue long after today. ❤️ Thank you to everyone who participated. 🔗 Share your impact in the GIVE Week Submission Form: hubs.la/Q04kMgXM0 We can't wait to celebrate the collective impact we've made together. 👏
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"In insurance, it doesn’t matter if you look young or old," McHugh says. "If you can communicate your knowledge and provide valuable insight, people will take you seriously." Read McHugh's full profile in the link below! hubs.la/Q04kFV3q0
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To thank you for your time and valuable feedback, eligible participants who complete the JD Power survey will receive a transferable $25 e-gift card code* as well as a complimentary summary report of the study. Click here to access the survey: hubs.la/Q04kJJfR0
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“What started as something temporary became my long-term career,” Schwing-Smith says. “It ended up being the best thing that ever happened to me.” Read Schwing-Smith's full profile in the link below! hubs.la/Q04ks6xb0
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Looking for a way to participate in GIVE Week? Consider supporting your local food bank. 🥫 🔗 Ways to GIVE here: hubs.la/Q04ktFnH0 📸 Share your photos and stories using #TCAgentsGIVE and tag us for a chance to be featured! #BigIYoungAgents
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May brought news of moderating pressures in the personal lines space, with early signs that increases in reconstruction costs and personal auto premium hikes may be beginning to slow. Here are the five most-read articles on hubs.la/Q04k9yJv0 in May hubs.la/Q04k9GLb0
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The Big “I” has launched its new hubs.la/Q04k9f1t0 (hubs.la/Q04k96zS0) agency locator that helps consumers find and connect with local independent agents. Read the full article to learn more hubs.la/Q04k9lvM0
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One can tab. One volunteer hour. One donation. Small actions may seem simple, but when thousands of agents participate, the impact becomes extraordinary. How are you making a difference during GIVE Week? Share your photos and stories using #TCAgentsGIVE.
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Your Big “I” Technical Affairs Committee and Verisk personnel winding down their June meeting in New Jersey with dinner and great conversations.
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Why do we GIVE? Because leadership doesn't stop at the office door. 💙 Shoutout to NextGen CNY for hosting a Shop Til You Drop event last year. Recreate this magic at grocery store to donate to your local food bank! 🏪 🔗hubs.la/Q04jCc1_0 #TCAgentsGIVE #BigIYoungAgents
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To show our appreciation for your participation, eligible participants who complete the JD Power survey will receive a transferable code for a $25 e-gift card* and a complimentary summary report of the study. hubs.la/Q04jyhbN0
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The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its outlook for the months ahead and predicts a below-average season this year with eight to 14 named storms. Full article below hubs.la/Q04jnzls0
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GIVE Week is officially here! 🎉 📸 Share your impact using #TCAgentsGIVE and post one of the following virtual badges to show how you are giving back this week. 🔗 Want to learn more? hubs.la/Q04jxw1x0 #BigIYoungAgents
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It has officially launched! Consumers across the country can now search for independent agents in their area — and every Big “I” member has a free listing. If you haven’t updated your profile yet, do it now so consumers can find your agency today! hubs.la/Q04j19Yz0
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On this AN Radio, we meet Robert Strachan, President of Strachan Novak Insurance in Twinsburg, Ohio. Despite growing up in an insurance agency family, Robert Strachan was convinced he didn’t want to work on the brokerage side of the business. hubs.la/Q04jnjkc0
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Growth is exciting. It often starts with momentum: new clients, new producers, expanded service offerings, acquisitions, stronger carrier relationships, bigger goals. From the outside, growth looks like success. Full article below! hubs.la/Q04jlJS00
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