In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Kaleigha Moore Fitch, Agency Owner of 212 Insurance Group. Kaleigha and Teresa about how she has built her agency through authenticity with her community, involvement and by being transparent about her challenges. Key Topics: The importance of authenticity in professional and personal interactions Navigating life and business with empathy and understanding The significance of support systems in dealing with personal challenges Personal stories of overcoming adversity through resilience and support Insights into the d ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Stacie Cooper of Liberty Mutual Insurance | Safeco Insurance. Stacie and Teresa talk about how agencies can level up their marketing and how Safeco is partnering with agencies to make it easier. Key Topics: Evolution of Safeco's 'Bricks and Clicks' program and its impact on digital marketing. Integration of SEO and social media to improve agency visibility and client acquisition. Overview of the 'Agent for the Future' initiative and its resources for adapting to consumer behaviors. Importance of a strong digital pres ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Dustyne Bryant, Director of Risk & Insurance Education and Research at Risk & Insurance Education Alliance. Dustyne and Teresa explore the changes that are going on at the National Alliance and how they have re-branded to be Risk & Insurance Education Alliance and how they are serving our industry with tons of options to help agents succeed. Key Topics: Transition from the National Alliance for Insurance Education to the Risk and Insurance Education Alliance. Expansion of educational formats to include p ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Kali DeWitt Rodgers, Insurance Advisor at DeWitt Insurance Group. Kali and Teresa talk about how using automation in the family agency has helped them scale and yet work a flexible schedule for their team. Episode Highlights: Kali mentions that the most important thing to her about working in insurance is that you can still take care of your family and set your own hours. (4:06) Kali shares that the DeWitt Insurance Group aims to educate new clients through a welcome campaign, guiding them through potential claims an ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens is joined by Joyce Segall. Joyce is with Pattern Insurance and they are thinking outside the box in new ways to serve our community through insurance. Key Topics: Joyce Segall's unconventional path to the insurance industry The emergence of Pattern Insurance and its role in modernizing insurance offerings Exploring embedded insurance and its impact on consumer experiences The challenges and successes of implementing technology in insurance The significance of understanding customer journeys to provide tailored insurance solutions ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens discusses what people should consider when opening an insurance agency. Key Topics: Determining readiness to open an insurance agency Captive vs. independent insurance agency considerations The importance of knowing your business partner Strategies for successful business partnerships Understanding carrier relationships and their impact Navigating the journey of obtaining carrier appointments The reality of agency ownership and market challenges Connect with: Teresa Kitchens Visit Websites: Sterling Insurance Group ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens is joined by Joyce Segall. Joyce is with Pattern Insurance and they are thinking outside the box in new ways to serve our community through insurance. Key Topics: Joyce Segall's unconventional path to the insurance industry The emergence of Pattern Insurance and its role in modernizing insurance offerings Exploring embedded insurance and its impact on consumer experiences The challenges and successes of implementing technology in insurance The significance of understanding customer journeys to provide tailored insurance solutions ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens discusses what people should consider when opening an insurance agency. Key Topics: Determining readiness to open an insurance agency Captive vs. independent insurance agency considerations The importance of knowing your business partner Strategies for successful business partnerships Understanding carrier relationships and their impact Navigating the journey of obtaining carrier appointments The reality of agency ownership and market challenges Connect with: Teresa Kitchens Visit Websites: Sterling Insurance Group ..read more

In this episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Susan Wathen Johnston, President of Countryside Insurance Agency. Susan discusses how to build resilience and how to approach each day with Tenacity. Episode Highlights: Susan shares her early involvement in insurance, spending time at age 6 in her father's agency and getting her license at 18 to work part-time. (2:32) Susan mentions that the availability of online groups and communities allows us to easily access information and get quick responses to our questions, making us fortunate in the digital age. (9:47) Sus ..read more

In this throwback episode of Power Women In Insurance, Teresa Kitchens sits down with Kelly Mora, owner of Heritage Insurance Agency. They discuss how to create a culture of caring and how in Kelly’s agriculture-based agency, her team cares and builds community. Episode Highlights:  Kelly mentions she comes from a hospitality background and considers herself to be more of a creative thinker than a technical thinker. (04:30) Kelly emphasizes that they want to have control over who they associate with, not just within their agency but also with the clients they serve. (10:37) Kelly believ ..read more