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In this episode of "Leaders & Legends" with Sica | Fletcher Managing Partner, Al Sica, Al is joined by Rich Eknoian, CEO and Co-Founder of World Insurance Associates, to explore the strategy behind building one of the most dynamic insurance platforms in the country. With 300,000 clients, 260+ locations, and more than 2,800 employees, World Insurance’s scale is impressive—but it's the clarity of Rich’s framework around operations, people, and integration that makes this conversation a must-listen for any brokerage leader looking to scale with intention.

In this episode of "Leaders & Legends", Al Sica sits down with Ricky Spiro, CEO of The Hilb Group, to discuss the firm’s successes and his strategy for sustainable growth. Ricky shares why attracting and developing top talent is at the heart of Hilb’s growth, and how they create clear career paths to retain and inspire employees. He also explains how their partnership with private equity firm Carlyle has expanded Hilb’s resources, capabilities, and ability to compete at a higher level—without losing their entrepreneurial DNA. This is a candid look at how leadership vision, talent development, and strategic capital come together to drive lasting value.

In this "Leaders & Legends" episode, Managing Partner Al Sica talks with Peter Foy, Founder and Chairman of PCF (now Trucordia), who shares his secrets to building one of the leading insurance brokerage firms in the country. In this conversation, Peter reveals how his late start in his 50s didn’t hold him back—instead, it fueled his drive to compete differently against billion-dollar competitors. He highlights the power of integrating people and culture, the importance of long-term vision over short-term deals, and his philosophy of scaling with purpose. Peter’s story underscores that with the right strategy and team alignment, it’s possible to disrupt an industry while staying true to your values.

In this "Leaders & Legends" episode, Managing Partner Al Sica sits down with Relation Insurance Services CEO Tim Hall, who shares his perspective on what it takes to build and sustain a thriving business in today’s market. Drawing from his background as an investment banker and his journey leading Relation—now a $350M national brokerage—Tim explains why he favors quality over quantity when it comes to acquisitions. Rather than chasing scale for its own sake, he’s built Relation with a deliberate integration-first strategy, ensuring new partners are aligned, supported, and set up for long-term growth.