Agents Growth Academy

Have you ever wondered what the top agency owners are doing to grow their book of business exponentially each and every month? I’ve personally grown my own agency to multiple locations and dozens of agents over the past 10 years learning from the industry’s leading experts and applying what they teach to my own agency, and now I’ve invited these same experts to share these industry-leading secrets...with you! My name is Jim Schubert and welcome to The Agents Growth Academy

Agents Growth Academy is a business podcast hosted by Jim Schubert, with 104 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jim Schubert hosts Agents Growth Academy, a business show with 104 episodes published.

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  104. Building Tech-Enabled Insurance Products for Agents

  May 6, 202533 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim sits down with Bobby Touran, co-founder of Rainbow, a tech-enabled MGA transforming how insurance is delivered for niche businesses like restaurants. Bobby explains how Rainbow blends automation and underwriting expertise to improve efficiency without removing the agent from the process. He shares how his team uses real-time data, continuous underwriting, and a strong service mindset to simplify restaurant insurance and support agency partners.<br/><br/><b>Takeaways</b></p>Rainbow is a tech-enabled MGA focused on providing restaurant insurance through independent agents.Bobby explains how public...

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  103. Building Purpose-Driven Brands

  Apr 29, 202533 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim welcomes Dani Kimble, founder of Azelie Studio and a specialist in building purpose-driven brands. Dani shares how growing up in a family business shaped her storytelling mindset and explains the core elements of creating a brand rooted in authentic purpose. She offers valuable advice for insurance agency owners looking to deepen their brand impact.<br/><br/><b>Takeaways</b></p>Building a purpose-driven brand starts with understanding and articulating your backstory.Dani’s branding process focuses on authentic storytelling, not quick marketing tactics.Brand strategy involves co...

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  102. Life After the Sale

  Apr 22, 202542 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>In this episode of Agents Growth Academy, Jim reconnects with Gabe Oh, a returning guest and friend who recently sold his insurance agency. Gabe opens up about the personal and professional reasons behind his decision, the options he explored, and the mental and emotional impacts of selling. He reflects on life after the sale, how it has affected his family, his work, and his mindset, offering honest advice for agency owners considering the same path.<br/><br/><b>Takeaways</b></p>Selling an agency is a deeply personal decision based on timing, goals, and...

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  101. The Hidden Power of Agent Advocacy

  Apr 15, 202542 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>In this episode, Jim sits down with John Barbour, CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG), to explore the vital role that independent agents play in driving real change during one of the hardest markets the insurance industry has seen. John shares his background as a lobbyist and explains how agents can use their relationships and voices to influence critical legal reforms, especially around tort and judicial issues. The conversation offers a powerful look at the importance of grassroots advocacy and the tools now available for agents to make a lasting impact.<...

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  100. Unlocking the Art of Insurance

  Apr 8, 202546 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>To celebrate the 100th episode of the Agents Growth Academy podcast, our guest is one of the most dynamic agency owners in the insurance space, Chris Paradiso. With 25 years of experience, Chris shares how InsurTech, process-driven leadership, and client-focused innovation are revolutionizing the independent agency model. From redefining the customer experience to investing in your team and technology, Chris delivers actionable insights for agents ready to work on their business, not just in it.<br/><br/><b>Takeaways</b></p>Chris shares how a pivotal 2009 conference changed his mindset from working in the business...

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