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Private Equity in the Independent Agency System
Includes a Live Web Event on 09/25/2024 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
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In recent years, mergers and acquisitions have been on the rise, highlighting the increasing significance of private equity firms within the independent insurance sector. It's crucial for agents to grasp the pivotal role these firms play in shaping the landscape of the industry.
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Jeff Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Ohio Insurance Agents Association
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.