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The latest insurance articles, insight, and news from Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business Advisors.
Kevin Robbins
November 7, 2022
Kevin Robbins joined Ollis/Akers/Arney in 2010 and utilizes his 30+ years of significant business consulting experience to coach Ollis/Akers/Arney Advisors and Clients through a process that removes roadblocks on the way to achieving their goals. He specializes in strategic planning, resource development and identifying emerging risks. He holds a degree in business administration with a…
Read MorePaul Long
November 7, 2022
Paul Long has been a licensed insurance agent since 1999. Paul has had experience working for both captive and independent agencies and started The Paul Long Agency,LLC in 2006. Paul’s agency was acquired by Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business Advisors in 2018. Paul is currently the Vice President of Business and Association Development for Ollis/Akers/Arney and…
Read MoreJeff Chronister
November 7, 2022
Jeff joined the Ollis/Akers/Arney team in June of 2000. He uses his 25+ years of experience in the financial services sector to help clients identify, analyze, and quantify specific risks within their business. Pairing ten years of experience in commercial banking and 25+ years with Ollis/Akers/Arney in commercial insurance, Jeff brings a unique perspective to…
Read MoreNajem Agnew
November 7, 2022
Najem grew up in Iberia, Missouri, which has a population of 600 people. He received his education degree from Missouri State University and his MBA from Drury University. He served two terms as the Chair for the Breech Advisory Board at Drury University and is a past member of the Downtown Springfield Association (DSA), Downtown…
Read MoreDerik Frederiksen
December 20, 2023
Specializing in Risk Management Strategies, combined with a decade of experience in commercial insurance and risk advisory, Derik partners with businesses by installing and measuring proactive risk management strategies to impact their insurance programs. A dedicated community leader, Derik serves on the boards of the Taney County Partnership, Branson/Lakes Area Tourism Community Enhancement District, and…
Read MoreJackson Chronister
June 6, 2025
Jackson graduated from Ozark High School and has experience in the construction industry. He enjoys spending time outside hunting and fishing, playing golf, working out and spending time with friends.
Read MoreJake McDonald
June 6, 2025
Jake grew up in Kansas City and moved to the Ozarks in 2014. Before joining OAA, he was the Executive Director of Hospitality for both Chick-fil-A locations in Branson. Jake enjoys spending time with his wife, Faith, and their three children at their farm. He also likes hunting and golfing and is a fan of…
Read MoreTanner Batten
June 6, 2025
Tanner grew up in Springfield and graduated from Missouri State University with a degree in Kinesiology. He spent the first part of his career working in the health and wellness field. He is now using his passion to help people and work with clients in the insurance industry. He and his wife have spent time…
Read MoreMyleah Shrimpton
November 7, 2022
Myleah joined Ollis/Akers/Arney in 2010 after six years in underwriting and more than a decade of experience in the insurance industry. She is a 2007 graduate of Drury University and holds a license in property, casualty, life, and health insurance. She also worked hard to obtain her associate in claims (AIC) designation. She was a…
Read MoreAshlae Cook
November 7, 2022
Ashlae brings 18 years of experience to the insurance industry, having joined Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business Advisors in 2007. She holds a license in property and casualty insurance, earned the CISR designation in 2010, and attained the prestigious CISR Elite designation in 2019. Ashlae’s tenure with the agency has allowed her to build close relationships…
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