Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Agency Network Partner
Founded in 2006, Agency Partners Inc (API) was established by independent insurance agents seeking to empower fellow agencies through strategic collaboration. Our model allows independent agencies to maintain full ownership while combining volume to secure better carrier partnerships, commissions, and profit-sharing opportunities. Over the past 17 years, we've grown to 60 agency locations with $130 million in combined premiums, serving Georgia, Alabama, and neighboring states. Our transparent approach eliminates hidden fees and complex formulas, prioritizing straightforward agreements that benefit member agencies.We specialize in personal and commercial insurance programs, agribusiness coverage, health insurance, and specialized risk solutions. Our leadership team brings decades of industry experience, having successfully transitioned former captive agents into thriving independent operations. We provide access to top-rated insurance carriers, group discounts on E&O insurance, and networking opportunities to strengthen our members' competitive edge. Our mission remains focused on helping independent agencies thrive in a market dominated by large carriers through collective strength and shared resources.
Services
Insurance Agency Network
Agribusiness Insurance
Health Insurance Programs
Commercial Insurance Solutions
Personal Insurance Coverage
Professional Liability Insurance
Crop Insurance
Church Insurance
Non-Profit Insurance
Trucking Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We've helped grow agencies for over 17 years through proven volume aggregation strategies
- Our transparent model eliminates hidden fees and complex exit penalties
- Access profit-sharing programs with no minimum book size requirements
- Maintain 100% business ownership while leveraging collective buying power
- Specialize in transitioning former captive agents to independent operations
Services
Insurance Agency Network
Our insurance agency network enables independent agencies to maintain ownership while combining premiums for better carrier partnerships. Members gain access to increased commissions, profit-sharing opportunities, and group discounts without minimum volume requirements. This collaborative model strengthens market position while preserving operational independence.
Agribusiness Insurance
Specialized agribusiness insurance programs protect farming operations through comprehensive coverage solutions. Our API Direct Advantage program offers tailored protection for crop insurance, equipment, and liability needs with experienced agents in Alma and Ocilla, Georgia.
Health Insurance Programs
We provide health insurance solutions including group plans, Medicare options, and major medical coverage. Partner agencies like Hennesy Insurance Agency and Insurance Express offer personalized service for individuals and businesses across Georgia.
Commercial Insurance Solutions
Our commercial insurance programs protect diverse businesses with coverage for property, liability, and specialized risks. Partner agencies offer expertise in church insurance, non-profit coverage, and transportation insurance across the Southeastern United States.
Professional Liability Insurance
Professional liability insurance programs protect agencies with errors and omissions coverage. Our partner agencies provide tailored solutions for insurance professionals, ensuring compliance and risk protection across multiple states.
People
David D. Johnson
President
Co-founder and President of API with 17 years of leadership experience in insurance aggregation. Transitioned from captive agent to successful independent operator, developing the volume aggregation model that drives API's growth strategy.
Mark Herndon
Business Development
Business Development Manager responsible for recruiting qualified agencies across the Southeast. Brings extensive industry knowledge to help agencies evaluate partnership opportunities with API's network of 60 locations.
Questions
What benefits do member agencies receive?
Members gain access to profit-sharing programs, group discounts on E&O insurance, carrier partnerships, and networking opportunities without minimum volume requirements.
Can established agencies join your network?
Yes, we accept both established agencies and new 'scratch' agencies in Georgia, Alabama, and neighboring states through our flexible participation agreement.
How does your volume aggregation model work?
By combining premiums across member agencies, we secure better commissions and profit-sharing opportunities from carriers while maintaining individual agency ownership.
What insurance specialties do you offer?
We provide personal and commercial insurance, agribusiness coverage, health insurance, professional liability, crop insurance, and specialized programs for non-profits and transportation.
Do you operate outside Georgia?
While headquartered in Georgia, we have member agencies in Alabama, South Carolina, and neighboring states through our regional expansion strategy.
