Five Years on Top: Tompkins Insurance Honored as a “Best Practices” Agency for Fifth Consecutive Year

Posted on August 30, 2023

D'Arcangelo & C0

ITHACA – In a significant milestone, Tompkins Insurance Agencies has been designated a “Best Practices” Agency, recognizing it as part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies across the United States for the fifth consecutive year. The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) has included the Batavia-based agency in its “Best Practices” group for five years running. After a full review of its financial stability and operational excellence, Tompkins Insurance was one of the 282 agencies to qualify, chosen from more than 2,600 independent agencies nationwide that were nominated. 

The Big “I” and Reagan Consulting of Atlanta, GA have collaborated since 1993 to conduct this annual study of industry-leading independent insurance agencies. The study focuses on business practices including revenue growth and profitability, financial stability, expense management, and sales and operations productivity.

“We are incredibly honored to be named a ‘Best Practices’ agency for five years in a row,” said David S. Boyce, president and CEO of Tompkins Insurance. “The five-year milestone is significant and tells us that our goal of serving communities within Western New York, Central New York and Southeastern Pennsylvania with personalized, premium and local services is working. And we will continue working to serve those clients well in the many years to come.”

This recognition joins another: Tompkins Insurance has again been ranked #79 of the Top 100 commercial insurance agencies in the U.S., by Insurance Journal.

About Tompkins Insurance

Tompkins Insurance Agencies operates 16 offices in Western New York, six offices in Central New York and six offices in Southeast Pennsylvania. It is an independent insurance agency offering personal and business insurance and employee benefits services through more than 50 different companies. A part of Tompkins Financial Corporation, (trading as TMP on the NYSE - MKT), the agency is affiliated with Tompkins Community Bank and Tompkins Financial Advisors, both operating in Western New York, Central New York, Southeast Pennsylvania and New York’s Hudson Valley.

Other Network News

Emergent Logo
August 6, 2026

Upcoming Emergent Leader Cohort Beginning October 8th in Syracuse, NY

Join Emergent's upcoming Emergent Leader cohort beginning on October 8th in Syracuse, NY!

Ride_The_Route_2026
August 4, 2026

Ride the Route: Free Interactive Bus Training Sessions Coming This September

Oswego County's Office of Mobility Management is offering two free "Ride the Route" interactive classes designed to help residents feel confident using public transportation. Learn trip planning, bus safety, and take a guided ride with…

A_Soure_For_Love
August 4, 2026

A Force of Love: Celebrating National Nonprofit Day

Join us for A Force of Love, a community celebration honoring National Nonprofit Day and the incredible organizations that make Oswego County stronger every day.

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results and Approves an 8.1% Cash Dividend Increase
August 3, 2026

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results and Approves an 8.1% Cash Dividend Increase

NBT Bancorp Inc. (“NBT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NBTB) reported net income and diluted earnings per share for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026.

Nave's Neighbors
August 3, 2026

Nave Law Firm Recognizes Nascentia Health as August's Nave's Neighbor

Nave Law Firm highlights Nascentia Health's mission to bring skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care directly into the homes of thousands of Central New York residents each year.

Ambassadors Graphic 2026
August 3, 2026

Ambassadors-CEO Insights August 2026

CenterState CEO Ambassadors welcome and recognize businesses celebrating grand openings, company anniversaries and other important milestones.

New to the Network
July 30, 2026

Welcome to the CenterState CEO Network-August 2026

Welcome new members to the CenterState CEO Network.

Network News
July 30, 2026

Network News - CEO Insights August 2026

Below is a snapshot of the latest news and top headlines from Members and Clients.

American Red Cross
July 29, 2026

The American Red Cross has Declared a National Blood Crisis

The American Red Cross has Declared a National Blood Crisis