Independent doesn’t have to mean alone. It is a great thing to say, but what does it mean and how does it describe Mountain Empire Agency Alliance?
An independent agency on its own is often smaller than the national brands’ captive agencies they compete with. With a smaller staff and fewer resources, any advantage is crucial. Independent agencies can always use access to more carriers, professional consultations and training, simple profit sharing, and more– everything helps. That is where a network like SIAA comes into play.
How is MEAA connected to SIAA?
Mountain Empire Agency Alliance (MEAA) is a regional territory of Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance (SIAA). We operate throughout Tennessee, Western NC, and North Central VA and currently have over 140 member agencies. You can see our full territory list here.
SIAA is the #1 largest and most profitable insurance distribution network in the country, with over 7,000 member agencies and $9.1 billion premiums written.
MEAA is proudly a perennial SIAA Top Performer and we’re one of the largest SIAA networks in the country, writing over $450 million in premium volume.
With MEAA there are two main tracks our typical clients take.
1. Start an Agency
For agents looking to start their own independent insurance agency, joining MEAA will allow you to take that leap of faith with a built in support system in place. Reduce the risk of starting your own business through MEAA’s offerings.
2. Grow an Agency
For existing agency owners, you can increase the revenue, size, and overall success of your agency by joining MEAA.
But what is it you are really getting by joining a master agency like MEAA?
Agency Development
Trust our field staff to coach you on running your agency and identify growth opportunities. Your dedicated team of seasoned development specialists are ready to assess, evaluate, and remedy obstacles to your agency’s success.
Carrier Access
Connect with the industry’s top carriers through direct codes or SIAA’s Access Plus Program. Best of all? Any and all direct appointments made are yours and you retain 100% of those commissions! See our carriers here.
Increased Revenue
With top-level commissions, quarterly overrides, local & national profit-sharing, and even growth bonuses, SIAA/MEAA members can earn revenue 5 ways on a single book, all starting at the 1st dollar of premium written.
Coaching
Ready to start an agency but no idea where to begin? Our turn-key Agency Foundation Program can guide you no matter your experience level. Development specialists are ready to coach you on starting your agency, using best practices and opening doors every step of the way.
Stability
Put your agency in your hands. On your own, you are at the mercy of insurance companies. When you join SIAA you become part of an $8 billion dollar organization. With our protection, you get the top commissions and profit shares available, all while gaining access to the top companies!
And More … Marketing assistance, acquisition consulting, technology partners, perpetuation planning, staff training, and much more!
Why join MEAA?
Simply put, there isn’t a lot to lose! You and your whole agency will be supported by our team, you will unlock new carriers and profit sharing opportunities that you don’t currently have access to, and you can see proven results on a national scale from the #1 agency network there is.
We know you and your agency are unique, and you probably need some more information. Take the next step with MEAA by contacting one of our specialists today, just tell us a bit about yourself and we will be in touch soon.