FirstChoice
THE PREMIER NETWORK FOR INDEPENDENT AGENCIES
FirstChoice Growth Solutions for Agencies of Any Size
THE ONLY INSURANCE AGENCY NETWORK FOR GROWTH MINDED AGENCIES
FirstChoice, a MarshBerry Company, caters to insurance agency owners who prioritize talent investment, embrace challenging decision-making, want to develop and work toward a strategic plan, and apply agility and empowerment. FirstChoice insurance agency network offers growth solutions tailored for agencies of all sizes.
INTENTIONALLY DESIGNED TO REINFORCE SUSTAINABLE GROWTH AND ENHANCE REVENUE
Is FirstChoice right for you?
If your agency is focused on organic growth, striving to optimize efficiencies, and motivated to grow at double digits, then joining FirstChoice should be your next move. of our independent insurance agency network, you’ll be among the best and brightest like-minded agencies who leverage proven strategies, access resources to improve operations and stay competitive in the market.
What makes FirstChoice different?
FirstChoice is your strategic ally to help you build an effective plan for growth. This goes well beyond carrier compensation and market access. It’s about helping your agency create a path forward through strategic planning, technology resources, marketing tools, education and training, and more to build your business. Reach out to our team today to learn more about FirstChoice.
FirstChoice Named the #1 Top Agency Partner
Recognized as the #1 top agency partner by Insurance Journal, FirstChoice enables members to drive differentiation, leverage the benefits of both scope and scale, and harness resources and capabilities to maximize growth for their firm.
FIRSTCHOICE MEMBER-ONLY ANNUAL CONFERENCE
FirstChoice members gather for a 3-day annual conference to gain insights on the latest issues and trends from industry leaders, and garner key takeaways on topics including strategic planning, strategy development, talent management and how to better leverage technology to accelerate organic growth for their agencies. Learn More.
Membership includes:
- No non-competes
- No right of first refusal
- Favorable exit terms
- No monthly reporting requirement
- Remain independent
CONTACT THE FIRSTCHOICE TEAM
The FirstChoice team brings unparalleled industry expertise in helping insurance agencies not only navigate the complexity of carrier and strategic partner relationships, but also accelerate growth. As a member, your agency benefits from proprietary industry data, education and guidance on creating a path forward, resources to help you build your business, as well as a vast network of partners. Let’s start the conversation.
Meet the Team
Keith Captain
President
Keith Captain is President of FirstChoice, a MarshBerry Company. Under Keith’s leadership, FirstChoice has become one of the fastest growing networks in the country. Recognized as the largest agency partnership by Insurance Journal, FirstChoice has established agency relationships spanning across 39 states and growing. In his role, Keith was instrumental in establishing a smooth integration between MarshBerry’s Platform and First Choice Agents Alliance − a merger that further dominates and redefines the agency partnership and aggregation space.
Andrew Katz
Senior Vice President, Business Strategy & Growth
Andrew is a staunch believer in agency distribution and is passionate about helping agencies maximize their success and exceed their goals. Andrew uses his sales leadership and consulting experience to develop new relationships and enhance value for existing clients.
Scott Mudger
Senior Vice President
Scott is Senior Vice President of FirstChoice, a MarshBerry Company. In his role, he continues to build on the vision of establishing top talent and resources and partnering with members and insurance carriers that foster lifetime relationships. In his role, Scott leads the Eastern half of the United States and helps member agencies drive significant revenue growth through coaching, training, marketing, aggregation, and accountable business planning.
Diane Wagner
Vice President, Education & Strategic Planning
Diane is a lifelong advocate of the independent agency system helping agency owners realize their true potential and value through strategic planning and coaching. In her role, she's committed to helping members build strategic plans for their agencies and set goals for future growth.
