David Drda has been appointed as the Alliance Coordinator for Valley Insurance Agency Alliance (VIAA), a collective network of over 160 independent insurance agencies in Missouri and Illinois. With a focus on enhancing systematic approaches to information gathering, analysis, and problem-solving, Drda will also provide support to alliance member agencies in system processing and carrier code updates.
Bringing 12 years of experience in the insurance industry, Drda previously served as an Account Manager at Powers Insurance & Risk Management, VIAA's sister company. His role involved assisting clients with policy services. Drda has also worked in various capacities at different Illinois insurance agencies. He holds an Associate of Arts degree and an Associate of Science degree in Business Management from Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville, Ill.
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance, established in 2006, boasts a written premium of over $600 million and is a regional founding member of SIAA – The Agent Alliance, a national insurance network with a total value of $12.5 billion. Co-founder Henry Powers expressed confidence in Drda's detail-oriented skill set, emphasizing his role in efficiently onboarding new agencies to support the alliance's growth. The companies, headquartered at 6825 Clayton Ave, include sister company Powers Insurance & Risk Management, offering personal and business insurance, surety, risk management, and employee benefits.