TUSTIN, CA, Nov. 16, 2017 -- IIABCal member, Wood Gutmann & Bogart, Tustin, CA, was voted the west’s Sliver recipient of the “2017 Best Independent Insurance Agency to Work For.”

Insurance Journal surveyed nearly 4,000 CSRs, account executives, producers, managers and other agency staff who took the time to nominate their independent insurance agency this year.

Wood Gutmann & Bogart Insurance Brokers, founded in 1985, is a leading, full-service regional insurance brokerage. It provides a complete range of commercial insurance, employee benefits and personal insurance products and services.

“We provide a strong foundation for long-term success,” WGB's website said. “We are well positioned to take advantage of the unlimited growth potential in the insurance arena and welcome highly talented and driven professionals to become a part of our growing team.

“As part of our team, individuals have the opportunity to build an exciting and lucrative career, while developing your professional and personal skills and talents. We are committed to our employees’ educational goals and strive to provide a work environment that stimulates both individual and corporate growth.”

Employees of the Best Agencies to Work For in 2017 highlight the importance of competitive salaries, employee benefits, training and education, and other employee perks as drivers of satisfaction in the workplace.

The winning agencies score high for overall employee benefits including wellness programs and for working conditions including flex-time and alternative schedules that allow employees to work from home.

The best agencies to work for also provide employees with a strong sense of work-life balance, and deliver a workplace environment where employees feel supported wholeheartedly by management and their peers. 

In addition to its newest award, Wood Gutmann & Bogart was voted one of Insurance Journal's Top 100 Independent Insurance Brokers in 2017.