Who is ASNOA?
The Agent Support Network of America (ASNOA) is a fully integrated marketing and service network for independent insurance agents. We offer more than just carrier and market access, we support your entire business with our list of services, which includes accounting, licensing, marketing, training, and ongoing education. Contact us today to see how we can help you grow your agency.
Our Most Recent Blogs
The Independent Agent’s Toolkit: Must-Have Platforms for Modern Insurance Agencies
Being an independent insurance agent today is vastly different from what it was a decade ago. With new technology constantly reshaping the industry, agents now have access to an incredible variety of tools designed to streamline their workflows, boost efficiency, and ultimately help them write more business. But with so...
Upselling Insurance Products: Why Agents Don’t Ask, and How to Overcome Hesitations
Independent insurance agents often seek ways to increase sales with their existing clients. The straightforward answer, though sometimes uncomfortable, is simple: just ask! It may sound easier than it actually is in practice, but it’s just a matter of adding to your skill set and practicing daily. We Encounter...
How AI Has Developed Over the Past Year—and How It’s Transforming the Insurance Industry in 2025
The world of insurance is changing fast—and artificial intelligence (AI) is a big reason why. In 2024, AI tools became more powerful, more accurate, and more accessible than ever. But what does this mean for you as an independent insurance agent or business owner? Here’s how AI has developed over...
Why Aren’t More Independent Agents Selling Commercial Insurance?
Despite the rising demand for business insurance, many independent agents are hesitant—or outright resistant—to enter the commercial space. Whether you're an agency owner wondering why your producers aren't cross-selling to business clients, or you're an agent yourself questioning where to start, it's clear that commercial insurance remains an underutilized growth...
Why Exceptional Customer Service Is the Cornerstone of Success for Independent Insurance Agents
In the competitive world of insurance, one factor continues to separate thriving independent agents from the rest: exceptional customer service. For independent insurance agencies, happy clients aren’t just a bonus—they’re the heartbeat of the business. As a member of the ASNOA, you have access to advanced tools, marketing resources, and...
ASNOA Partners with People’s Premium Finance to Deliver Greater Financial Agility to Independent Insurance Agencies
The Agent Support Network of America (ASNOA), a leading support network and aggregator for independent insurance agencies, today announced a strategic partnership with People’s Premium Finance, a division of Peoples Bancorp Inc. (Nasdaq: PEBO). This collaboration expands the financial toolkit available to ASNOA affiliates, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to equipping...
Helping Clients Weather the Storm: How Agents Can Support Clients During a Predicted Severe Tornado Season
Independent insurance agents are often the first line of support for clients when disaster strikes. With meteorologists forecasting a more intense tornado season across the Midwest and South, it’s more important than ever to proactively assist clients before, during, and after severe weather events. Here's how to offer exceptional value...
Cost-Effective Coverage: Meeting Clients Where They Are
It's no secret that prices are up across industries due to the economic changes that have occurred over the past several years. Unfortunately, hard times may cause struggling individuals and families to opt out of insurance coverage in certain situations, or simply stay under-insured. This situation contributes to what's known...
Mastering the Independent Agent Mindset: Keys to Leadership, Growth, & Success
Success as an independent agent goes beyond sales—it's about adopting the right mindset to lead and grow your agency. Shifting from seeing yourself as a producer to embracing the attitude of a CEO can unlock new potential you didn’t know you had. A growth mindset, combined with peer collaboration and...
Path to Independence: Why Become an Independent Agent
While there can be benefits to working exclusively for a single insurance company, there are also plenty of drawbacks of being “captive,” and limited to only selling one brand of products. When it comes to serving clients, it’s beneficial to be flexible on product and pricing options. If you’ve been...