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The Insurance Dudes©

The Insurance Dudes: Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman

Real talk - we ran our agencies blind for YEARS. No idea what our contact rates were, our quote-rates, our close rates. We were just grinding, blaming the leads when things didn"t work. Sound familiar? Here"s what changed everything for us: we started tracking the right metrics: leading metrics. Simple, but game-changing. Once we could see our funnel, we 5x"d our production without working more hours. Now we help hundreds of agents do the same - track the right KPIs, optimize what"s broken, and

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01:00:20

Don Wilson on Outworking the Competition and Creating...

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2025/08/15

Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, we’re joined by Don Wilson, the dynamic founder and owner of Capital Insurance Group. Don’s journey is as compelling as it is inspiring—he went from running retail clothing stores in West Virginia to leading a multi-state insurance agency with the mantra of authentic leadership and relentless persistence.Don shares wild tales from the trenches, including a not-to-be-missed story involving a would-be client with “grenades”—plus some runaway police

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00:43:45

Private Equity Insights and Growth Strategies from...

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2025/08/08

Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! In this candid and insightful conversation, hosts Jason Feltman and Craig Pretzinger are joined by Brandon Wolfe, Managing Partner at Jordan Partners, to dive deep into the world of insurance agencies and private equity.Ever wondered if insurance is the "legalized mafia" of finance, or why so many private equity investors are drawn to this industry? You'll get the inside scoop on what makes insurance such a unique — and investable —

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01:10:45

How Kathy Hitchcock Built a Booming Insurance Agency...

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2025/08/01

Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this compelling episode, host Craig Pretzinger and co-host Jason Feltman sit down with Kathy Hitchcock from the Hitchcock Insurance Group in Rome, Georgia. Kathy shares her remarkable journey as a young scratch agent, opening her agency in 2015 just months before facing back-to-back rate hikes and near-impossible market conditions.Through honest stories about crying on her daily commute, the grit it took to build a thriving business, and insights into

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00:54:10

Hiring, Hustle, and Heart: Inside Sethe Smith’s...

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2025/07/16

Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, Craig and Jason sit down with Sethe Smith, owner of the Sethe Smith Agency in Fort Wayne, Indiana, for a candid conversation packed with both wisdom and wild stories from the insurance trenches. From cleaning up unforgettable office mishaps to building a top-performing agency from scratch, Sethe shares the real-life ups and downs of agency ownership—including valuable lessons learned from failure, the importance of having a “why,” and the

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00:34:01

From Zero to $12 Million: Tung Le’s Insurance Agency...

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2025/07/09

Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In today’s episode, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with Tung Le, the unstoppable insurance entrepreneur behind a thriving Allstate agency in Houston, Texas. Tung gets real about his rollercoaster journey, starting from scratch in March 2020—just as the world shut down. From losing his first employees on day one, to hitting the phones himself, Tung shares how he bootstrapped his way through the uncertainty of COVID, faced painful early setbacks,

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00:35:27

200 in Heels: Fast Lanes and Faster Growth with...

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2025/07/02

Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, Jason and Craig sit down with Cassidy Arbeli—a powerhouse agency owner whose journey is as inspiring as it is unconventional. Raised by entrepreneurial parents and equipped with a natural flair for business, Cassidy shares how she transformed her insurance career from humble beginnings with a newborn in tow to a multi-business owner, coach, and advocate for women in the industry.Cassidy opens up about the real challenges insurance

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00:53:07

From Captive to Independent: Dan Kitajima’s Journey...

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2025/06/25

Welcome to another episode of The Insurance Dudes! In this powerful conversation, hosts Jason Feltman and Craig Pretzinger sit down with Dan Kitajima to unpack a truly wild journey from building a $17 million captive insurance agency to making the bold leap into the independent world.Dan shares the highs and lows of his experience—from signing a jaw-dropping $20,000/month office lease just before his carrier pulled the rug out by non-renewing $6 million in policies, to learning how to pivot, retain

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00:51:13

From McDonald’s to Insurance Success: The Ben Bucher...

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2025/06/18

Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, our hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with Ben Bucher, owner of Bucher Family Insurance, for an engaging, honest, and often hilarious conversation about his journey from an aspiring actor and McDonald’s manager to leading a multimillion-dollar insurance agency.Ben opens up about the wild experiences that shaped his career—including run-ins with a stalker client, near business collapse, and the tough lessons that only

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00:50:59

From College Basketball Coach to $18 Million...

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2025/06/12

On this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman sit down with BJ Hill, owner of Summit Insurance in Loveland, Colorado. BJ shares his remarkable journey from college basketball coach to building one of the top insurance agencies in the country, now writing over $18 million in premium. From his early days as a “juco” coach and experiencing a steep learning curve buying his first $3 million agency, to overcoming challenges like passing industry exams and developing his

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00:43:07

Uncovering Referral Goldmines and Process Mastery...

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2025/06/05

Welcome back to The Insurance Dudes! In this episode, hosts Jason Feldman and Craig Pretzinger sit down with industry powerhouse Peter Fournier to uncover the secrets behind building a thriving, recession-proof insurance agency. Peter shares his journey from flipping Pokémon cards as a kid to carving out his niche in mortgage protection within the insurance world. He dishes out hard-earned lessons on money management, the critical importance of process, and how mastering referrals transformed his

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00:29:05

Why David Carothers Avoids Industry Hires and How It...

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2025/06/05

Welcome to this episode of The Insurance Dudes, where hosts Jason and Craig sit down for a high-energy, no-holds-barred conversation with the dynamic David Carothers.David shares his unconventional journey from a college baseball player and retail worker living off macaroni and cheese to running a powerhouse commercial insurance agency in Tampa. In this episode, you'll hear how David's unique hiring process—bringing in producers from outside the insurance industry—and his out-of-the-box, yet

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00:24:22

David Kelly Wrote The Book On Incentive Comp Management

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2025/06/05

On this episode of The Insurance Dudes, Jason and Craig sit down with David Kelly, the author who literally wrote the book on incentive compensation management and the founder of insuretech startup BobTrack. David shares his unconventional journey into the insurance industry—starting as a complete outsider who’s never sold a policy but knows how to turn tangled insurance data into actionable insights. We delve into the legacy technology challenges facing carriers and agencies, from mainframes that

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00:23:08

Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel

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2025/06/05

Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Insurance Dudes," where hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman are on a mission to help you escape the constraints of your insurance agency with the secrets to creating a predictable and profitable sales machine. In this episode titled "Audio Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel," we have a fascinating guest, Jay Bregman, who takes us on his entrepreneurial journey in the insurance industry.Jay shares how his

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00:46:56

Gleb Tsipursky Plays Decision Doctor Don't Dare Miss...

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2025/06/05

Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Insurance Dudes," where hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feltman are on a mission to help you escape the constraints of your insurance agency with the secrets to creating a predictable and profitable sales machine. In this episode titled "Audio Make Leads Paid For Put Your Thimble On Front Of Funnel," we have a fascinating guest, Jay Bregman, who takes us on his entrepreneurial journey in the insurance industry.Throughout the episode,

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00:48:38

Mastering Recruitment: Insights from Dave Williams on...

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2025/06/05

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes! Today's guest is none other than Dave Williams, a dynamic entrepreneur with a fascinating journey from overcoming personal and professional challenges to building a multi-million dollar insurance agency. Dave shares his insights on the importance of mastering your craft from the ground up, the power of cultivating a positive company culture, and the transformative effects of focusing on health and well-being. We dive deep into his

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00:46:09

Learn from Brian A'Hearn To Earn, Know What I Mean Vern?

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2025/06/05

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes Podcast! Today, we have a special guest, Brian Ahearn. With his extensive experience in the insurance industry and expertise in the psychology of persuasion, Brian shares invaluable insights that can help transform your agency operations and enhance your sales skills. From the importance of building genuine relationships to leveraging principles of psychology in everyday interactions, Brian offers a wealth of knowledge that is sure to

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00:37:17

Wild Bill Rice Talkin Bout Leads | The Insurance Dudes

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2025/06/05

In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason Feldman sit down with Wild Bill Rice to explore the ins and outs of lead generation within the insurance industry. As a seasoned professional in marketing and lead generation, Bill Rice offers valuable insights into understanding the unique challenges and opportunities tied to insurance leads. They delve into effective strategies for engaging potential clients, the importance of nurturing leads, and the role of persistence and

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00:50:53

Jas Takhar Crushes Content Curating Creative Craziness

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2025/06/05

In this exciting episode of The Insurance Dudes, join hosts Craig and Jason as they bring in the dynamic Jas Takhar live from his own studio. Known for his high-energy approach, Jas promises to match and potentially exceed the enthusiastic vibes. Dive into a lively conversation filled with rapid-fire questions and insightful discussions on content creation, real estate sales, and the impact of personal branding in business. Jas shares his journey from being labeled a little narcissistic to becoming

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00:56:26

How to Master the Art of Insurance Sales with Rob Liano

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2025/06/05

In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, join hosts Craig Pretzinger and Jason as they dive into an insightful conversation with Sales Coach and Speaker, Rob Liano. Growing up as the youngest of four boys with a father who transitioned from engineering to excelling in vacuum sales, Rob learned early on about the power of sales and determination. From his beginnings as a rock drummer to becoming a renowned sales trainer, Rob shares his journey of overcoming financial hardships and rediscovering the

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00:36:54

How to Thrive in Commercial Insurance: Lessons from...

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2025/06/05

In this episode of The Insurance Dudes, hosts Craig and Jason sit down with Patrick Albrecht, President of Associated Insurance Administrators (AIA), to discuss the evolution of commercial insurance marketing and sales. Patrick shares his journey from Air Force engineer to insurance executive, offering valuable insights into the wholesale insurance business.Learn about effective niches in commercial insurance, including healthcare, municipalities, and forestry products. Patrick discusses how the

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