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Leaders & Legends Podcast
Featuring Rich Eknoian, CEO and Co-Founder
World Insurance Associates

In this episode of "Leaders & Legends" with Sica | Fletcher Managing Partner, Al Sica, Al is joined by Rich Eknoian, CEO and Co-Founder of World Insurance Associates, to explore the strategy behind building one of the most dynamic insurance platforms in the country. With 300,000 clients, 260+ locations, and more than 2,800 employees, World Insurance’s scale is impressive—but it's the clarity of Rich’s framework around operations, people, and integration that makes this conversation a must-listen for any brokerage leader looking to scale with intention.

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