Insurance consultant professional specializing in the property-casualty insurance industry. Recognized as a leading consultant for agency valuations, increasing agency profits and reducing cost of sales. Nationally recognized speaker and author, including featured speaker for more than 200 conventions and educational programs. Currently writes monthly column for Insurance Journal and previously wrote a monthly article for American Agent & Broker for 11 years. Additional industry contributions have appeared in Rough Notes, The National Underwriter, A.M. Best and many regional insurance publications. Member of the Institute of Business Appraisers, NACVA, Department Head for IIABA’s Virtual University, a contributing consultant for IMMS and a volunteer counselor for the Small Business Administration’s SCORE program.