Agency Perspective by Bryan Carroll

To be Preferred or Profitable? That is the question. If you can believe it, I am thinking about profitability. We are looking to increase revenue, a simple idea. Everyone has a few clients on the books that deal in rental property. The majority of the properties do not look like the preferred risk property we […]

Teamwork: Helpful Tips For Assisting Adjusters

by George Bates Our “titles” are spelled differently but we all have the same job of “serving the member.” In the spirit of teamwork, I offer the following; As agents, you are almost always the first person to become aware of the claim and gather very valuable information at FNOL. One good reminder for all of […]

Presidents report for October

The Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Board met October 18, 2012. The first item discussed was the underwriting profits for the month of September. Kentucky Farm Bureau has made $13.1 million in profit, bringing our loss ratio for the year down to 113.2% So after losses, reinsurance reimbursements, expenses, gains in the stock market, and the […]

President’s Report for September

I hope that everyone in attendance at the convention enjoyed themselves and we appreciate your being there. There were so many people that mentioned just how large of a turnout we had. Again, thank you! Here is an update on what exactly went on during and after the covention: 1. During the convetion the board […]

Making the Sales Process Easy

by Roger L Campbell After winning 29 consecutive round table trips, I have found a few key ingredients to help move the sales process forward. After short cordial greeting exchanges with a qualified prospect, I have the opportunity to establish myself and the company’s stability in the community. By doing so early in the meeting, […]

KFBIAA Conference Recap

by Roger Fannin Dear Fellow Agents, We just finished the 37th annual Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Agents Association Convention. The attendance this year was wonderful and the leadership of your organization truly appreciated you taking time and being a part of it. I realize this is always a busy time of year. Several offices were busy […]