Community Insurance Achieves Best Practices Agency Recognition for 2026

Community Insurance has been recognized as a Best Practices Agency for 2026, achieving this national honor for the fifth consecutive year.

This recognition places Community Insurance among the elite of independent insurance agencies across the U.S. The Best Practices Study, responsible for this accolade, evaluates top-performing agencies based on business operations and performance metrics. This year, over 1,190 agencies were nominated, but only 300 achieved and retained the esteemed designation. Anthony Clark, President of Community Insurance, noted that this award is a testament to the team’s dedication and the trust their clients bestow upon them.

Significance of the Best Practices Study

The Best Practices Study is a prestigious collaboration between the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, also known as the Big “I,” and Reagan Consulting. This initiative, dating back to 1993, benchmarks leading agencies across seven revenue categories. Each cycle involves a meticulous selection process, requiring agencies to excel in their revenue categories and supply comprehensive financial and operational data. This ensures that the agencies not only meet but maintain high-performance standards over the study cycle.

Community Insurance: A Legacy of Excellence

Community Insurance, a subsidiary of First Community Bank, operates 10 offices across Arkansas and Missouri. Boasting a workforce of 33 employees, the agency offers a wide range of insurance products, including home, auto, life, health, business, and agricultural insurance. Their consistent recognition in the Best Practices Study underscores their ongoing commitment to providing exceptional service and insurance solutions tailored to their clients’ needs.

The Role of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America

Founded in 1896, the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America represents around 25,000 independent insurance agencies nationwide. It remains a vital advocate and resource for these agencies, fostering a standard of excellence through initiatives like the Best Practices Study. Community Insurance's repeated success within this framework highlights its dedication to not just meeting, but exceeding industry benchmarks.