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January 8, 2021

Rising Up from Tragedy to Serve Others

On our first “Inspire” podcast of the new year, we had a wonderful time visiting with our new partner, Jay Ebert from Best Value Insurance Services. Jay is one of the most caring and compassionate people in our business. He’s dedicated his life to serving others — and he knows as well as anyone the..

December 17, 2020

Bringing the Holidays Home to the Kozlowski’s

On the “Inspire” podcast, we gave an update on Breanna Kozlowski—Integrity Partner Rich and Victoria Kozlowski’s daughter who was critically injured in a golf cart accident during the summer. Breanna has been through multiple surgeries and continues to progress and heal. When Integrity Partner Karen Fredricks heard the news, she immediately went to work putting..

December 3, 2020

Integrity’s Newest Baby

On the “Inspire” Podcast, our Integrity Family grew by 5lbs 4oz, and 19 inches on November 23. Integrity’s Kendall Spence is the proud new mother of her baby boy Carter John Paul Spence, and we couldn’t be happier for her and her family. Take a look at her new bundle of joy. Carter arrived just..

November 20, 2020

A Partnership Years in the Making

On the “Inspire” Podcast, we heard Integrity Co-Founder and CEO Bryan W. Adams speak with his very good friend and new Integrity partner, Shane Van Loon of American Group Insurance. Integrity’s relationship with the Van Loon family goes back many years. In fact, Shane’s father, the late Howard Van Loon, was a great mentor to..

November 12, 2020

Life lessons from a Legend

On the “Inspire” podcast, we heard from our new partner Matt Smith, who talked about how his background in sports helped him learn how to respond to adversity and made him a stronger person. While Matt’s own playing days are behind him, his competitive spirit lives on in his daughters, Ava and Alaya. In fact,..

November 5, 2020

A Lifelong Calling and Commitment

On the “Inspire” Podcast, we were privileged to hear from Mel Rose and his son Paul Rose of Western Asset Protection, our new Integrity partners. Service has long been a big part of the Rose family DNA. For over 20 years, Mel served as a Pastor in a number of different communities across the country…

October 30, 2020

Built to Serve with Excellence

The “Inspire” podcast featured new Integrity partner and one of the best people in our industry — Wes Fischer, President and Founder of the Health Insurance Store. Wes shared the story of how his humble, blue-collar upbringing in Pittsburgh — and respect for his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers — helped instill a strong drive for excellence..

October 23, 2020

Passing Along Lessons of Teamwork

On the “Inspire” Podcast, we had a great time visiting with Sean Ruggiero, President of Advanced Market Sales and new Integrity partner. Sean is a passionate guy with strong values that keep him centered and focused. Growing up, playing sports and being part of good teams helped him form those values and overcome obstacles. He’s..

October 15, 2020

A Chance Worth Taking

On the “Inspire” podcast we heard from our new Integrity Partners and good friends, Ed and Beverly Shackelford, co-owners of The Assurance Group. Like all successful people, Ed and Beverley have worked very hard to achieve their goals. Ed shared the story of how he started working as a mechanic at textile plants near his..

October 2, 2020

In Service to All

On the “Inspire” Podcast, we were privileged to hear from Doug Price, President and CEO of Insurance Administrative Solutions and a new Integrity Partner. Doug has spent the past 35 years working in all aspects of the insurance business. But before that, he spent time in the U.S. Army as a Russian interpreter and interrogator…

September 29, 2020

Premier Marketing Gives Back

On the “Inspire” Podcast, we talked a little about the Briggs & Barrett Project, the charity that Alyssa Conyers of Premier Marketing supported during her Integrity Idol appearances this past spring. The Briggs & Barrett Project’s mission is to provide support, education and resources to families in need. Alyssa and the team at Premier have..

September 25, 2020

Always Pulling Forward

On the “Inspire” Podcast, Integrity partner Bobby Richardson told us all about his passion for competitive tractor pulling. For Bobby, there’s a lot more to the sport than just the chance to compete. The time he gets to spend with family and friends is what makes it truly worthwhile. In fact, Bobby and his son..