Staying Nimble in the Hard Market with Andy Jeckells

In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Andy Jeckells, Co-CEO at I–RE. Andy discusses how I–RE is changing the game with Repaid – a product that offers clients a risk-and-reward plan for insurance coverage. Episode Highlights: Andy explains I–RE’s Repaid product helps high-performing mid-market clients turn premiums […]
What are You Really Worth with Legacy Advisors

In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Mike Almberg and Max Olson, partners at Legacy Advisors. Mike and Max discuss their expertise in optimizing the value of insurance agencies, their advice to owners eyeing the next chapter in their journey, and how Legacy Advisors stands as a […]
The Ant and the Grasshopper

In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers gives listeners a sneak peek into the upcoming Producers in Paradise event, emphasizing its unique offerings this year and unpacks the enduring wisdom of “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” spotlighting its relevance to the world of producers. Episode Highlights: David discusses the story of “The […]
Throwback: The Trailer to an Epic Story with Josh Gurley

In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Josh Gurley, CIC, CWCA, Vice President of Commercial Insurance at Hunt-Miller Insurance Agency Inc. Josh discusses what the BOR is all about and why the insurance industry is a great business. Episode Highlights: Josh mentions that the BOR is […]
Throwback: Making Music in the Middle Market with Josh Gurley

In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers, and co-host Kyle Houck interview Josh Gurley, the vice president of Hunt-Miller Insurance Agency Inc. Josh talks about the importance of transparency, education, and good relationships. Josh also shares how specific behaviors can lead to success. Episode Highlights: Where did Josh come from, and […]
Risky Business with Bill Haber

In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Bill Haber, Co-Founder of TEKRiSQ. Bill discusses how important it is to prioritize cybersecurity measures and how the TEKRiSQ solution helps insurance agents grow their cyber line of business and make their clients more cyber-resilient. Episode Highlights: Bill discusses how […]
Let’s Eat Cake with Adam Bowe

In this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers interviews Adam Bowe, Co-Founder of Cake. Adam discusses Cake, an innovative platform for buying, selling and getting the valuation for your book of business. Episode Highlights: Adam discusses the importance of creativity in cold calling and the value of having a unique and memorable company […]
Throwback: How to Defer Gracefully

In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck talk about the different stages a company goes through in the buyer’s journey and the new business appointments they had. Episode Highlights: David mentions his visit to Brunswick, Georgia. (1:26) David shares a story about the new business appointment he […]
Throwback: Adding Value Through Risk Engineering with Mark Suski

In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Mark Suski, SET, CFPS, and Associate Director at Jensen Hughes. Mark talks about his knowledge and experience in risk engineering, and the hazards of dust. Episode Highlights: Mark shares how he got into risk engineering. (2:19) Mark gives us […]
Throwback: Be the Last Agent Standing Volume 6 With Chris Paradiso

In this throwback episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interview Chris Paradiso, Owner of Paradiso Financial and Insurance Services. Chris talks about refining and redefining the sales game through the new version of his magazine, The Last Agent Standing. Episode Highlights: Chirs shares about his magazine, The Last Agent […]