What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agency Owner position at Farmers Insurance - Rappa District?
Company Description Farmers Insurance – Rappa District offers one of the most respected small-business ownership programs in the insurance industry, giving driven professionals the opportunity to build and scale their own agency. Led by a District Manager with 18 years of insurance experience, the district provides strategic guidance, operational support, recruiting, training, and growth coaching to new agency owners. The model is designed for well-capitalized individuals with strong sales, leadership, or management backgrounds who want to create a long-term, profitable business and control their income and lifestyle. Agency owners benefit from operating in a recession-resistant industry while building a valuable, growing asset with a guided path to success. Candidates receive transparent insight into the expectations, model, and potential to make informed decisions about business ownership.
Role Description The Agency Owner role at Farmers Insurance – Rappa District is a full-time, on-site position based in LaGrange, GA. Day-to-day responsibilities include building and managing an insurance agency, generating new business through prospecting and networking, and maintaining strong relationships with clients through ongoing service and policy reviews. The Agency Owner will oversee sales activities, lead and develop team members, and implement local marketing and business development strategies to drive growth. This role also involves managing agency operations, including budgeting, compliance, and performance tracking, while collaborating with the District Manager for training, mentorship, and strategic planning. The Agency Owner is expected to take full ownership of agency results and work proactively to scale the business over time.
Qualifications
- Strong background in sales, business development, or account management, with a track record of achieving revenue or growth targets.
- Leadership or management experience, including hiring, coaching, and motivating team members in a performance-driven environment.
- Entrepreneurial mindset, including comfort with risk, ownership of results, and desire to build a scalable business rather than a job.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with clients, team members, and community partners.
- Organizational and operational skills to manage processes, compliance requirements, and day-to-day agency activities.
- Ability to work on-site in LaGrange, GA and actively engage in local networking, community involvement, and market development.
- Prior insurance industry experience and relevant licenses (or willingness and ability to obtain required insurance licenses) are strongly preferred.
- Capital Requirement: Minimum of $150,000 in liquid startup capital (Access to $500,000 for qualified Elite Program candidates).
Program Benefits & Financial Incentives
- $5,000 Signing Bonus
- $6,000 Branding Bonus to establish your storefront office.
- Monthly New Business Bonuses – up to 340% of commissions in your first year.
- Annual Bonuses – based on new business growth and life insurance sales.
- Lead Support – up to $500 in Agency Growth Leads Bucks for marketing.
- Group Benefits Access – health, dental, vision, and disability plans.
- Retirement Plan Options
- Trips, Awards, and National Recognition for top performers.
Salary : $150,000 - $500,000