Taylor Snure
Carmel,IN
Summary
Strategic insurance leader and former agency owner with a proven record of building, scaling, and optimizing high-performing agencies. Extensive experience in recruiting, onboarding, and coaching agency owners and staff, driving consistent production growth through disciplined sales execution, operational systems, and performance management. Known for transforming underperforming agencies, developing repeatable processes, and aligning individual agency results with district-level objectives. Trusted advisor with strengths in strategic planning, financial oversight, and team development, delivering sustained growth and measurable results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agency Business Consultant
Farmers District 60
05.2025 - Current
- Oversaw performance, operations, and growth strategy for 54 agency owners and their staff, providing direct coaching across sales, life insurance, commercial lines, recruiting, and operational execution.
- Led the recruitment, onboarding, and launch of 10 new agency owners in under 12 months, guiding them through licensing, systems setup, staffing, and early-stage production ramp-up.
- Drove consistent 5× production growth across multiple agencies through structured coaching, KPI tracking, sales process optimization, and accountability rhythms.
- Played a key role in helping District 60 achieve Toppers Club, aligning agency activity metrics with district-level production goals.
- Implemented repeatable systems for internet lead workflows, Agency Zoom CRM pipelines, call tracking, and sales training, improving close ratios and agent efficiency.
- Conducted regular one-on-one and group coaching sessions focused on quoting volume, conversion, life insurance penetration, and commercial growth.
- Partnered with district leadership to identify underperforming agencies, diagnose root causes, and execute targeted turnaround plans.
- Acted as a strategic advisor to agency owners on staffing decisions, compensation structures, marketing strategy, and long-term business planning.
Insurance Agency Owner
Taylor Snure Farmers Insurance
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Built and scaled a full-service insurance agency from launch to over $1M in new business production within the first year of operation.
- Recruited, trained, and led agency staff, establishing underwriting discipline, customer service standards, and sales execution best practices.
- Designed and implemented data-driven sales and service workflows, using performance metrics and market analysis to continuously improve conversion, retention, and operational efficiency.
- Directed all aspects of agency operations, including budgeting, forecasting, payroll, vendor negotiations, and compliance, ensuring sustainable and profitable growth.
- Advised clients on comprehensive risk management strategies, including coverage optimization, cross-selling, and long-term protection planning.
- Conducted competitive market analysis to identify growth opportunities, refine product positioning, and expand the agency’s footprint.
- Successfully transitioned and sold the agency book in April 2025, completing a clean operational exit.
Agency Producer
Benjamin Smith Farmers Insurance
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Developed and presented customized insurance solutions aligned with client risk exposure, coverage gaps, and long-term protection objectives.
- Generated new business through high-volume outbound prospecting, including cold calling, referral development, and natural market outreach, consistently building a qualified pipeline.
- Applied underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements to ensure accurate policy placement and compliance.
- Quickly mastered sales systems, quoting platforms, and carrier workflows in preparation for agency ownership.
- Established disciplined sales habits and activity benchmarks supporting a successful transition into agency ownership.
Licensed Insurance Producer
Reuben Willis State Farm
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Upsold products to policyholders and potential new clients.
- Pursued continued professional development through insurance workshops, course and webinars.
- Offered policy guidance and management to promote asset protection.
- Analyzed customer needs and provided best options, upselling products and services.
Assistant Sales Manager
The Alaska Club
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Taught new associates sales tactics and performance improvement techniques.
- Established action plans for team members and helped each person attain objectives.
- Developed effective sales team members through highly individualized coaching.
Naval Aircrewman
USN
07.2016 - 12.2019
- Conducted troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to determine root causes for equipment faults in electrical, mechanical and propulsion systems.
- Handled repair work for electrical and environmental systems on various military aircraft.
- Assumed numerous roles, becoming extremely flexible and durable.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
USN
Oklahoma City, OK03.2017
Skills
- Client retention
- Insurance sales strategy
- Team training and development
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Work ethic
- Problem resolution
- Staff Development
- Business Management
- Marketing tactics
- Hiring and staffing
- Team Oversight
- Verbal and written communication
- Business Planning
- Staff Management
Accomplishments
- Built and scaled an insurance agency to $1M+ in new business production within the first year, later transitioning the book successfully.
- Oversaw and coached 54 agency owners and their staff, driving consistent performance improvement and operational discipline.
- Recruited, onboarded, and launched 10 new agency owners in under 12 months, supporting rapid readiness and early-stage success.
- Drove repeatable 5× production growth across multiple agencies through KPI-driven coaching and standardized sales execution.
- Contributed to District 60 achieving Toppers Club, aligning agency-level performance with district-wide production goals.
- Earned multiple Agency performance recognitions, including Toppers Club (Top 10%), Blue Vase Award (3x), and Commercial Cup.
Certification
- Licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Producer
- Licensed Life & Health Insurance Producer
- Farmers Insurance Protegé Program Graduate
- Agency Business Consultant (ABC) – District 60
Timeline
Agency Business Consultant
Farmers District 60
05.2025 - Current
Insurance Agency Owner
Taylor Snure Farmers Insurance
05.2023 - 04.2025
Agency Producer
Benjamin Smith Farmers Insurance
01.2023 - 04.2023
Assistant Sales Manager
The Alaska Club
08.2020 - 02.2021
Licensed Insurance Producer
Reuben Willis State Farm
02.2020 - 12.2022
Naval Aircrewman
USN
07.2016 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
USN