First Connect

21/10/2026

Insurance innovation used to mean waiting on legacy systems or taking on massive risk to build from scratch. That dynamic has changed. We’ve entered the fast-follower era, where market leadership is no longer about who invents the tool. It’s about who deploys proven technology fastest to empower independent agents. Our CEO Aviad Pinkovezky breaks down why this shift is redefining distribution and what it means for agencies right now.

Check out the full piece here:

Longstanding carrier-agent pain points are easing just as customer expectations for speed and digital service are accelerating.

15/10/2026

CONVO 2026 in Peoria, and we're here for it. Swing by booth #512 and find Angie Ewing and Staci Dean. Let's talk about what's possible for your agency.

14/10/2026

Nashville, we're here. Find Pete Steiner and Josh Salyers at booth #23 at Insurefest 2026. Stop by and let's talk growth, markets, and what's possible for your agency.

13/10/2026

California agents, you have two days before the FAIR Plan rate increase hits. Starting October 15, the approved average dwelling rate increase is 29.1%, and your renewal commissions on affected policies drop from 8% to 3%. Your clients pay more and you earn less on the same renewal. We put together a full guide to help you get ahead of it.

Read it here: https://www.firstconnectinsurance.com/blog/california-fair-plan-rate-increase-commission-cuts-agents/

The California FAIR Plan raises rates 29.1% and cuts renewal commissions to 3% on October 15, 2026. Learn what this means for you and your business.

12/10/2026

Tomorrow at noon CT. If going independent has been on your mind, this free webinar is worth an hour of your time. We’ll walk you through everything you need to know to make the move. Save your spot before it’s too late.

https://info.firstconnectinsurance.com/independent

09/10/2026

There's more room in paradise! 🏝️ We’ve added five more President's Club spots this year, so be one of our top 35 agencies in 2026, and you'll be headed to Punta Cana next June.

Read more about Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana and what's included in this exclusive luxury trip.

The 2027 President's Club Trip to Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, a five-star, adults-only, all-inclusive resort on the white sand of Juanillo Beach in the Dominican Republic.

06/10/2026

Thinking about going independent? We're hosting a free live webinar on October 13 at 12:00 PM CT to walk you through exactly how to make it happen.

Save your spot here: https://info.firstconnectinsurance.com/independent

05/10/2026

First Connect is heading to CONVO in Peoria, IL October 14–16. If you're going to be there, we'll see you on the floor.

01/10/2026

ITC Vegas delivered. We met with over 50 carrier and MGA partners throughout the week and walked away energized by every conversation. Thank you to everyone who connected with us. We're grateful for the relationships and excited about what we're building together.

29/09/2026

Today's the day. First Connect is at IACON26 in Dublin, OH. Jeff Rogers is on the ground and ready to talk about growth, partnerships, and what's next for independent agents. If you're attending, come see us.