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85th Annual PIA VA/DC Trade Fair & Convention


Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Wednesday 6/29/2022 - Thursday 6/30/2022


"ABOVE AND BEYOND" with PIA

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Billy Wagner

is accustomed to winning insurance industry accolades, and he views his success as a beacon for those in need. When he set out to raise funds for the Folds of Honor, he authored a book on Insurance, a subject he knows best. His Book “Insuring your peace of mind” has raised over 30,000 for Folds of Honor. Supporting Folds of Honor is a way for him and all of us to prove that our American Heroes' sacrifices will never be forgotten.


Billy was a pioneer with Brightway Insurance and helped start the franchise in 2006, His agency is now recognized as one of the top-selling agencies in the U.S.


With the support of his amazing team, he has achieved many milestones: his team has written over 75 million in new production in the last 15 years.

IA magazines featured him as a Declaration of Independents agents. He is a 4X winner of Agency of The Year. He has spoken to 1000’s of people on Building a Profitable Team, building a Referral Based Business, and a Masterclass on running a successful business.


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Brandon Smith

is working to be a catalyst in the evolution of independent agents: In addition to his role as EVP of Development & Strategy at Glidewell, he is the founder of Producer Development Program and the CEO/Owner of PolicyTee.com. He also was co-founder of Insurance Agency Owners Alliance (IAOA), an association of 8,000+ agents who innovate and collaborate through events, webinars and more.


Brandon has spent years motivating and inspiring audiences to get out of their comfort zone and to dream again. With his background as a Dave Ramsey Endorsed Local provider for Glidewell, Brandon honed his skills and helps motivate audiences who are just surviving in business rather than thriving. With his engaging, and fun personality, Brandon connects with his audiences and delivers content that they can immediately use when they get back to their home or office.


The 19-year industry veteran was recognized by Rough Notes Magazine as their cover agent in July of 2020.

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