How Insurance Expert Ann Ames of Lincoln Strengthens Nebraska’s Independent Agencies
What keeps Nebraska’s independent insurance agents competitive and connected in a changing market?
LINCOLN, NE, UNITED STATES, December 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- What keeps Nebraska’s independent insurance agents competitive and connected in a changing market? A HelloNation article answers that question by highlighting the leadership of Ann Ames, CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska (IIAN).Founded in 1907, IIAN represents more than 500 independent insurance agencies and over 2,500 professionals across the state. Under Ames’ leadership, the association continues to deliver critical support through education, advocacy, and professional development. As an insurance expert based in Lincoln, Ames brings a strong background in public administration and association management, earning the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential in 2024 to underscore her commitment to excellence in the field.
The HelloNation article highlights how Ames has advanced IIAN’s mission by expanding services that independent agents often need but rarely have access to on their own. From continuing education webinars and licensing assistance to risk-management tools and agency startup support, IIAN helps insurance professionals stay informed and compliant. The association’s vendor partnerships and regulatory engagement also help members compete more effectively in a complex and evolving marketplace.
In 2024 and 2025, IIAN launched several new initiatives under Ames’ leadership. These include virtual learning sessions, “Free CE Days,” enhanced onboarding for new agencies, and a dedicated “NextGen” program aimed at helping younger professionals build careers in insurance. At the same time, the association strengthened its legislative advocacy, giving voice to member concerns in Lincoln and helping shape policy discussions on issues such as licensing and market access. According to the HelloNation article, this work ensures that both small-town and city-based agencies can influence the decisions that affect their future.
Ames’ background includes public-sector leadership and government relations, experience that has positioned her to understand both regulatory frameworks and community needs. Before joining IIAN in 2022, she held roles in telecom policy, county administration, and nonprofit leadership. This broad foundation helps her translate the challenges independent agents face into clear strategies for support and advancement.
The article emphasizes that for Nebraska’s independent insurance professionals, IIAN is more than just a membership group. Under Ames, it functions as a professional home — offering agents the knowledge, tools, and representation they need to serve their clients with confidence. Whether operating a single-office agency or managing multiple branches, members benefit from a structure that values independence while providing strength through unity.
Nebraska Agents, United for Insurance features insights from Ann Ames, Insurance Expert of Lincoln, Nebraska, in HelloNation.
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