You hear the acronyms all the time, but what exactly is MIAA, and how does it actually help you grow your book of business?

In Episode 3 of The Independent Roadmap, hosts James Roberts and John Scheer pull back the curtain on the Midwest Insurance Agency Alliance (MIAA). Since 2001, MIAA has grown into the largest master agency of SIAA, supporting over 220 members and writing more than $600 million in premium.

But it’s not just about size—it’s about structure. James and John break down the exact support system you get from day one, and reveal the massive financial wins MIAA members experienced in 2025.

In this episode, we cover:

• The Support System: Why you get an assigned "Onboarder" for your first 90 days out of the captive world, plus "Agency Growth Coaches" in the trenches with you ...