Zac Franz, a seasoned professional, serves as the Manager of Strategic Partnerships at ePayPolicy.  With a wealth of experience in the fintech industry, Zac has played a pivotal role in cultivating and fostering key relationships that drive ePayPolicy’s success.  Known for his strategic acumen and dedication, he continues to contribute significantly to the company’s growth and collaborative endeavor within the payments ecosystem.

Meghan Shingledecker serves as Vice President at Grant Insurance, bringing extensive expertise in insurance operations, claims management, and strategic leadership. With a distinguished academic and professional background—including a Juris Doctor, Master of Business Administration, and industry designations such as CPCU, AIC, and ARe—she blends legal insight with deep technical knowledge across multiple facets of the insurance industry. Known for her commitment to operational excellence and client-focused solutions, Meghan plays a critical role in guiding the agency’s direction and delivering value to both clients and carrier partners. She is based in Defiance, Ohio.

Tiffany Buchs serves as a Senior Vice President within the Access division of AmWINS Group, a leading wholesale distributor in the property and casualty insurance sector. Located in Ohio, her team played an instrumental role in establishing AmWINS’ Columbus office in 2018. She is actively engaged in industry outreach, including speaking engagements to educate emerging professionals about the surplus lines market—such as her presentation to Gamma Iota Sigma students on the structure and opportunities within the wholesale and specialty insurance space.

Meghan Shingledecker serves as Vice President at Grant Insurance, bringing extensive expertise in insurance operations, claims management, and strategic leadership. With a distinguished academic and professional background—including a Juris Doctor, Master of Business Administration, and industry designations such as CPCU, AIC, and ARe—she blends legal insight with deep technical knowledge across multiple facets of the insurance industry. Known for her commitment to operational excellence and client-focused solutions, Meghan plays a critical role in guiding the agency’s direction and delivering value to both clients and carrier partners. She is based in Defiance, Ohio.

Tiffany Buchs serves as a Senior Vice President within the Access division of AmWINS Group, a leading wholesale distributor in the property and casualty insurance sector. Located in Ohio, her team played an instrumental role in establishing AmWINS’ Columbus office in 2018. She is actively engaged in industry outreach, including speaking engagements to educate emerging professionals about the surplus lines market—such as her presentation to Gamma Iota Sigma students on the structure and opportunities within the wholesale and specialty insurance space.

Chief Executive Officer for Ohio Insurance Agents Association (OIA), a statewide association that is the leading advocate for insurance consumers, independent agents, IA carriers and a competitive insurance marketplace. OIA represents 1,400 independent insurance agencies and 12,000 insurance agents who are responsible for fulfilling 82 percent of the commercial insurance and 44 percent of the personal insurance and risk management needs of Ohio's businesses and citizens.

Accomplished manager with an extensive background in finance, marketing, operations, strategy, project management, data analysis and consulting. Experienced in developing, branding, and launching new products. Extensive experience in managing multiple projects, leading teams, and driving revenue growth. Problem solver, able to leverage knowledge and experience from a broad range of industries and functional areas to bring unique perspectives and creative solutions to business problems.

Mike G. is the Director of Business Development or Mergers & Acquisitions at Superior Insurance Partners. Mike has been in this role for 3 years and was a territory sales manager for carriers for 9 years prior. Superior is the 52nd largest P&C agency.  

Mike is the President of CAI, a fourth-generation insurance agency founded in 1955. Mike has been in the agency for 32 years and has successfully converted over 18 agency acquisitions.

Robb is a Commercial Loan Officer at Osgood Bank. He has been in banking for 29 years and has helped dozens of businesses including insurance agencies finance acquisitions.