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Contact: Marc Engels
(563) 359-5446
 
MEL FOSTER INSURANCE NAMED A 2026 BEST PRACTICES AGENCY
 
DAVENPORT, Iowa – Mel Foster Insurance has once again been recognized as a Best Practices Agency for 2026, earning a place among an exclusive group of independent insurance agencies nationwide.

The Best Practices Agency designation is awarded to participants in the Best Practices Study, a comprehensive analysis of the business operations and performance of the insurance industry's top-performing independent agencies.
 
More than 1,190 independent insurance agencies across the United States were nominated during this study cycle. For the 2026 study year, only 300 agencies qualified for and maintained their Best Practices Agency designation.
 
“Being recognized as a Best Practices Agency is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the talent, dedication, and commitment of our entire team,” said Marc Engels, President of Mel Foster Insurance. “This recognition reinforces our commitment to operating at the highest level while continuing to put our clients, employees, and communities first. We’re proud to be counted among the industry’s leading independent agencies and to help set the standard for excellence in our profession.”

Since 1993, the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) and Reagan Consulting, an Atlanta-based management consulting firm, have partnered to identify and benchmark the nation's leading independent insurance agencies across seven revenue categories.
 
Agencies are selected as Best Practices Agencies every three years through a highly competitive nomination and qualification process. To earn the designation, each agency must rank among the top performers within its respective revenue category.
 
To maintain their Best Practices status throughout the three-year study cycle, participating agencies submit detailed financial and operational information for annual review. The 2026 study year marks the second year of the current three-year cycle.
 
Mel Foster Insurance proudly represents many of the top insurance companies in the region, offering individuals, families, and businesses a broad range of coverage options tailored to their unique needs.  Mel Foster Insurance has earned a reputation for trust, stability, and personalized service. The agency remains deeply committed to its local community, combining decades of industry expertise with a forward-thinking approach to risk management and protection.
 
For further information, contact Marc Engels of Mel Foster Insurance at (563) 359-5446 or visit www.melfosterinsurance.com .