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Top 10 Tips for Managing Your New Independent Insurance Agency

Starting your own independent insurance agency is a remarkable achievement. As you embark on this new journey, effective management will be key to your success. Here are ten essential tips to help you manage your new independent insurance agency and set it on a path to growth and profitability. 1. Develop a Clear Business Plan A comprehensive business plan is

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How to Transition from a Career GA to an Independent Agency Owner

Are you a Career General Agent (GA) looking to take control of your future and build something truly your own? Transitioning to an independent agency owner is a bold and exciting move that comes with a host of benefits, including autonomy, financial growth, and the opportunity to create a lasting legacy. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate this

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Embracing Change and Innovation: Bob Klein’s Journey to VIBE

In the ever-evolving landscape of the insurance industry, few stories are as compelling and illustrative of change and innovation as Bob Klein’s journey from the corporate world to his new role at VIBE. With a remarkable career spanning over three decades, Bob’s move signals a new era not just for him but also for the independent insurance sector. Today, we

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A New Chapter at VIBE

After an illustrious 38-year tenure in the corporate world, Bob Klein, a seasoned veteran of the insurance and brokerage industry, embarks on a new chapter as he joins VIBE as Head of Distribution and part-owner. This pivotal moment marks not just a career transition for Bob but also a significant milestone for VIBE, as we welcome a leader whose impact

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Why Businesses Should Add Music and Pickleball Events To Their National Conferences

As budget season approaches for businesses, event planners are looking for ways to make the most of their event budget while keeping attendees engaged and excited. One increasingly popular trend in conference planning is incorporating fun activities and live entertainment into the itinerary. While some may think these extra activities are unnecessary expenses, allocating a budget for music and Pickleball

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The VIBE Guide to Managing Stress

Stress is a part of everyone’s life, and at times it can be overwhelming. The demands of daily life – from work to relationships – can all contribute to the build-up of stress. Long-term stress can negatively impact both physical and mental health. However, managing stress is possible, and it is essential in achieving a healthy and balanced life. This

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The Community VIBE: Emotional and Mental Wellness Benefits

As humans, we have a basic need for social interaction and connection. It’s no secret that having a supportive community can make a significant difference in our emotional and mental wellness. Community is a valuable resource for many reasons, including the fact that it allows us to feel seen, heard, and supported. In this blog post, we will explore the

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Find Your VIBE: The Power of Branding

Your brand’s tone of voice is essential to the success of your business. It is how your brand communicates with your audience, influencing how your message is received. But how exactly do you determine your brand’s tone of voice? As a business owner, you will want to establish a tone of voice that is confident, authoritative, and practical. This will

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Bob Klein

Bob brings significant skills to this role, built on more than 25 years’ experience in sales and distribution leadership with stints in life brokerage, BD sales, linked benefits, group and voluntary benefits and IMO annuity sales. Before that, Bob had a 10-year home office career in underwriting and sales support, transitioning to sales in 1996 by opening a Mid-Atlantic brokerage office for CIGNA. 

Living in North Virginia with his wife, Suzanne, Bob enjoys working out, watching baseball and spoiling his three grandkids.