I was born and raised in Blue Ridge, Georgia and attended college and graduated from the University of North Georgia with degree in criminal justice. I’ve been in the insurance business for 33 years and have also been a volunteer fire fighter and EMT for 38 years.
About Kevin Panter
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have two wonderful children, Austin and Lainey. Austin works in the insurance industry with our agency. Lainey is a junior at the University of North Georgia and plays on the UNG women’s Golf Team.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I’ve been in the insurance business since college. I love helping protect the future of family and business. I’ve also been a volunteer fire fighter ND EMT for 38 years.
How long have you worked in the insurance industry
33
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met working in insurance?
There have been so many people I’ve met in the industry, both clients and colleagues. I still admire a former industry expert, Jerry Hargrove, who was also an attorney. Jerry worked in the insurance business to not only protect but to help educate the future generation of insurance professionals through training.
Q: How has your engagement with the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG) impacted your career?
IIAG has been a tremendous asset for my agency and career. I get to partner and network with many of the best industry-minded and community-minded folks out there. IIIG has also given me an opportunity to work to better our industry and change the industry to better protect those we serve.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Oh, I love the Western United States, particularly the Jackson Hole and Yellowstone area. It has so much natural beauty along with peace tranquility and adventure.
Q: What advice would you give to people to succeed in our industry?
Stay involved and continue to educate yourself every day . Those who continue to learn will be the ones who succeed the most.
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