Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Insurance Network for Montana Agencies
Founded in 1984, Montana Insurance Managers (MIM) was established to empower independent insurance agencies across Montana. Our network unites seasoned agencies, leveraging collective expertise to secure top-tier carrier appointments and deliver comprehensive insurance solutions. We specialize in addressing unique challenges faced by local agents, offering strategic support in Personal Lines, Commercial, Workers' Compensation, and Farm & Agriculture insurance. Through collaborative alliances, we amplify agencies' market access while preserving their independence and identity.Our proven track record includes enabling members to obtain exclusive contingencies and profit-sharing opportunities unavailable to standalone agencies. By fostering peer support and direct underwriter relationships, we help members navigate complex risks and grow sustainably. Our commitment to excellence has cultivated long-term partnerships with leading insurers and member agencies statewide. Today, MIM remains the premier network for Montana's independent insurance professionals seeking enhanced competitiveness and client service capabilities.
Services
Workers' Compensation
Personal Lines
Commercial Lines
Farm & Agriculture
Profit Sharing Programs
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive carrier appointments secured through collective agency strength
- Our members retain full independence while accessing large-network benefits
- We provide direct underwriter relationships for streamlined client service
- We enable profit sharing from day one with partner carriers
- Our network offers collaborative support for hard-to-place risks
What people say
Great support system
Added value
More like a family
Competitive commissions
Financial benefits
Services
Workers' Compensation
Specialized workers' compensation solutions tailored to Montana's unique business environment. We connect member agencies with top-tier carriers through pooled volume negotiations, ensuring competitive rates and comprehensive coverage. Our network enables smaller agencies to access markets and contingencies previously unavailable to standalone operations.
Commercial Lines
Comprehensive commercial insurance offerings for Montana businesses. Our network provides access to multiple carriers and specialized products through collective bargaining power. Member agencies benefit from shared expertise in complex commercial risk assessment and placement strategies tailored to local industries.
Farm & Agriculture
Targeted insurance solutions for Montana's agricultural community. Our member agencies specialize in farm risk management and crop insurance products through expanded carrier partnerships. The network shares regional expertise to address unique agricultural challenges across Montana's diverse landscape.
Profit Sharing
Exclusive profit-sharing opportunities from day one with partner carriers. Our model distributes additional revenue streams based on collective performance, providing member agencies with financial benefits beyond standard commissions through shared market success.
Carrier Access
Expanded access to national and regional insurance carriers through network strength. Member agencies gain placement options for diverse risks while maintaining direct appointments and underwriter relationships, ensuring better client service and competitive product offerings.
People
Chad Thompson
Agent
As a young agent, Chad benefited from MIM's mentorship network and continues to leverage collective expertise. His agency demonstrates how MIM supports professional growth while maintaining independent operations.
Jade Boggs
Owner
Acquired multiple agencies from family and expanded through MIM's knowledge-sharing network. Credits collaborative problem-solving and regional expertise for significant business growth in eastern Montana markets.
Health Richman
Insurance Professional
Found emotional and professional support through MIM's member network, describing relationships as family-like. Highlights financial benefits and shared problem-solving as key advantages of network membership.
Perry Wolfe
Founder
One of MIM's original members since 1984, Perry helped establish the network to secure better carrier contracts. Demonstrates how collective volume creates opportunities for smaller agencies through shared contingency agreements.
Questions
What benefits do member agencies receive?
Member agencies gain exclusive carrier access, profit sharing opportunities, direct underwriter relationships, collaborative support, and collective bargaining power while maintaining independence.
How does MIM help smaller agencies compete?
By pooling collective volume, MIM enables smaller agencies to secure carrier appointments and contingencies typically unavailable to standalone operations through shared market strength.
What insurance types does MIM support?
MIM provides expertise in Workers' Compensation, Commercial Lines, Personal Lines, and Farm & Agriculture insurance through specialized carrier partnerships.
Can agencies maintain their independence?
Yes, agencies retain full independence and brand identity while benefiting from network resources, carrier access, and collaborative support systems.
How does the profit sharing program work?
Members earn profit sharing from day one based on collective performance with partner carriers, creating additional revenue streams beyond standard commissions.
What support exists for difficult placements?
The member network shares expertise and regional knowledge to find solutions for challenging risks through collaborative problem-solving and expanded carrier access.