Business Details
26 Years
experience
Insurance Agency Growth Solutions in Gilbert, AZ
Southwest Insurance Agents Alliance (SIAA) was established to empower independent insurance agencies by providing access to national resources while maintaining local autonomy. Our organization offers strategic partnerships with over 30 top-tier carriers, profit-sharing opportunities without minimum premium requirements, and comprehensive training programs developed by industry veterans. Through our Agency Foundation initiative, we deliver personalized coaching, technology discounts, and growth strategies tailored to both new and established agencies. Our five-layer revenue model combines competitive commissions with regional and national bonuses, creating sustainable income streams for members.With a proven track record since 2000, we combine decades of industry experience with innovative solutions to help independent agents thrive in competitive markets. Our commitment to transparency ensures members receive direct carrier appointments and access to niche markets, while our national alliance affiliation amplifies collective bargaining power. This structured approach positions SIAA as a trusted partner for agencies seeking growth without sacrificing independence.
Services
Carrier Access
Profit Sharing
Training Programs
Agency Coaching
Technology Discounts
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Access to 30+ top national and regional insurance carriers
- Profit sharing with no minimum premium requirements
- Proprietary Agency Foundation training and mentoring program
- Exclusive technology and office supply discounts
- National alliance affiliation for enhanced carrier negotiations
What people say
Instant access to top carriers
Profit sharing without minimums
Expert mentoring available
Discounts on essential services
Comprehensive training programs
Services
Carrier Access
SIAA members gain instant access to 30+ national and regional insurance carriers for personal and commercial lines. This includes preferred contracts with major companies like MetLife and Allstate that aren't typically available to small agencies. The collective bargaining power of SIAA's network secures better commission rates and direct appointments that individual agencies couldn't obtain independently.
Profit Sharing
Our unique profit-sharing model provides three income layers: local, regional, and national bonuses with no minimum premium requirements. Members benefit from guaranteed quarterly bonuses and national profitability shares up to 8%, creating stable income streams beyond standard commissions through the Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance partnership.
Training Programs
The Agency Foundation program offers comprehensive training for new and established agencies, including 90-day mentoring, weekly webinars, and on-demand resources. Our curriculum covers underwriting guidelines, sales strategies, and business operations with continuing education credits available for insurance professionals at all career stages.
Agency Coaching
Personalized growth coaching includes business planning, client acquisition strategies, and operational efficiency improvements. Members receive dedicated agency growth coaches and access to experienced mentors who provide tailored guidance for overcoming specific business challenges and maximizing revenue potential.
Technology Discounts
Exclusive member benefits include discounted shipping through FedEx, office supplies from Staples, and specialized insurance software. These cost-saving advantages typically reserved for large agencies help independent members maintain competitive pricing while improving operational efficiency through modern technology solutions.
People
Dan Skinner
President
Dan Skinner leads SIAA with over 25 years of insurance industry experience, focusing on strategic growth initiatives and carrier relationship development.
Lindsay Skinner
Vice President and General Manager
Lindsay Skinner manages daily operations and member services, bringing extensive experience in insurance agency management and business development.
Brett Skinner
Regional Vice President
Brett Skinner oversees regional expansion efforts and agency growth strategies, leveraging deep industry connections across the Southwest.
Yamilet Shaffer
Director of Commercial Lines
Yamilet Shaffer specializes in commercial insurance solutions and agency service development with a focus on business growth.
Richard Kunz
Agency Growth Coach
Richard Kunz provides personalized business coaching to members, drawing from decades of experience in insurance sales and agency management.
Questions
What advantages does SIAA offer over captive agencies?
SIAA provides access to 30+ carriers compared to single-carrier limitations for captives, allowing better client solutions and competitive pricing.
How does SIAA's commission structure compare to traditional agencies?
Members receive top-tier commissions plus regional and national profit-sharing bonuses that aren't available to captive agents.
What training resources are available?
Weekly webinars, personalized coaching through Agency Foundation, and on-demand training materials covering sales, marketing, and operations.
How does carrier access work?
SIAA's collective size secures direct appointments with major carriers like Allstate and Liberty Mutual that individual agencies couldn't obtain.
What profit-sharing opportunities exist?
Three-tier profit sharing (local, regional, national) with no minimum premium requirements, plus quarterly guaranteed bonuses.
Why join SIAA instead of operating independently?
Access to exclusive carrier partnerships, enhanced commission structures, and comprehensive business growth resources that independent agents can't obtain alone.
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