Getting access to better markets can be difficult if you are a small or growing agency. Carriers want to bring in more premium and target larger agencies that can help them accomplish their revenue goals.
Clusters have been around for quite some time now and have provided opportunities to many agencies, but will joining a cluster mean I will grow my agency?
How do I know if I need a cluster? Well, if you are not a large regional or national broker, chances are you will gain a competitive and professional advantage by joining a cluster. Small to medium sized agencies tend to benefit the most at first because they immediately get access to more Top Tier Insurance companies, improved bonus commission structure and much greater opportunities for profit sharing.