08/28/2026
Success may have one name attached to it, but it’s rarely achieved alone.
This photo of the agency owner, Mike, and his girlfriend, Janessa, was taken last year at his installation as President of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of Arizona. It was a proud moment in his career—but it also reminds us how important it is to have the right person beside us through our journey.
Leadership, business ownership, board service, travel, long days and big goals all require sacrifice. And having someone who understands those demands, encourages us, supports us and still reminds us what matters most makes all the difference.
The right support system doesn’t just celebrate your success. They help you become the person capable of achieving it.