05/08/2026
We had the privilege of hosting an extraordinary carrier panel led by Diana Fulton, bringing together industry leaders for a discussion that delivered truly next-level insights to the community.
We brought together three leaders who are actively shaping the future of carrier strategy, underwriting appetite, and agency partnerships:
Karen Eckert: SVP, Personal Insurance Agent Distribution, Travelers Insurance- Leads a national organization supporting $14B+ in premium across 20,000+ agencies. Karen shared a clear-eyed view on what separates high-performing agency partners in today's market.
Peter Hagerman: Property Field Marketing Business Leader, Progressive
- Responsible for growth, profitability, and market strategy across Progressive's nationwide homeowners portfolio. Peter brought a unique lens to property volatility and how agencies can navigate it.
Haley Meisner: SVP, Strategic Growth & Agency Relations, Liberty Mutual Insurance
- From launching a $25M venture fund to building a national network sales org, Haley offered a forward-looking take on where growth is happening (especially in AI)- and how top agencies are seizing it.
The conversation covered current market conditions, where carriers are leaning in, and how independent agencies can position themselves for growth and long-term success in a rapidly evolving landscape.
A huge thank you to Karen, Peter, and Haley for their time, candor, and generosity in sharing what they're seeing on the front lines!
