About Us

Welcome To Big Sky Agency

Your Trusted Kansas City Insurance Company

We’re dedicated to providing exceptional service and value to our valued customers. Our commitment is to work on your behalf, securing precisely tailored coverage while ensuring competitive pricing through reputable insurance providers and specialized markets. With our team of licensed professionals, you can trust us to deliver unmatched value and service with a warm, personal touch.

We understand that finding the right insurance can be a challenge, and that’s why we collaborate with various insurance providers. This means that if your rates ever start climbing, we can help you explore alternative carriers to potentially secure a more favorable rate. With Big Sky Insurance Agency, you can enjoy long-term stability without the need to constantly switch between companies.

Meet The Expert Insurance Team

Chad VanderPol

Owner

My career started working with computers in IT.   What I found is that the Corporate environment did not meet my ambitions.  So I decided to venture off on my own and became a residential appraiser.  Along the housing field, this brought me over to insurance, where I became an Allstate Agency Owner.  I learned a lot, but always felt like my hands were tied in promoting my business, my contracting agreement changed on a yearly basis, and I felt like I was back working for a corporate entity.  I built relationships with clients, but eventually their rates would get high enough, it didn’t make sense for them to stay with me at Allstate.  So, I no longer work with Allstate and started an Independent insurance agency where I am in complete control of the needs of my agency, employees, and clients.  Now, I can offer multiple carriers to my clients to keep their costs down and the agency gets to keep our relationships.

 
I struggled at Allstate for a few years, but finally learned that there are two important themes to running a good insurance agency.  First, take care of the customer.  Not by selling them a policy because I am not a great salesperson.  It’s through education and devising an insurance plan that fits into their budget.  The second is the people who work with me and the agency, who meet our core values and strive to be teachers of insurance, rather than sales people.
 
Our agency will always provide contagious enthusiasm, and always have a positive attitude.  We will always provide convenience and education in a professional atmosphere with licensed employees. Our agency will be organized to provide a service to customers while providing an exceptional place to work. We compensate employees based on their performance and efforts, because we realize that our success depends on the efforts of every member of our agency. 
 
We understand that it is our responsibility to provide an education to our clients that encourages peace of mind. Our Client sales process includes a complete explanation of all possible risks as well as a list of possible solutions. 
 
In the event of a claim we strive to provide immediate assistance and stay involved. We will be there when our clients plan their futures as well as when they have their first accident or lose a loved one. There is no greater feeling than knowing we can replace the financial loss even though we cannot replace property or lives.
 
In my downtime, I still tinker with computers, I enjoy my time with friends on a boat at a lake, adventure riding on motorcycles, traveling, exercising, and hanging with my loving family and dogs.
 
What I want?  People who want to understand their insurance and people who would like to get started in a great career as we are always looking for good co-workers who want to help people!

Vicky Brown

Agency Principal

I have worn many hats in my career, from working as a camera woman to a project manager for a sign company to serving as an accounting manager for a wireless carrier to being a general manager for Pirelli Rubber Flooring and working in the field with fire and water damage restoration, where I managed claims with adjusters. But my most rewarding role, however, has been as a receptionist that transitioned into a licensed agent for an independent insurance agency. It was there that I discovered my true calling—educating clients and providing them with proper coverage for their needs. This is how I found my passion and have since committed myself to this fulfilling career. Through hard work and determination, I advanced to my current role at Big Sky Agency, where I am dedicated to helping clients protect what matters most to them.
 
I wake up every day looking forward to helping and educating both the staff and clients. That to me is the most important detail of my position. For example, I once had a client come in to add a vehicle for her teenage daughter. She bought the car for cash and didn’t want to add comprehensive nor collision. I advised that she needed it since teenage drivers were more likely to get into an accident.  So reluctantly, she did take my advice.  A few months later, she came back into the office to tell me how her daughter totaled the car, and they were not out all the money they paid for the car, just their deductible. She was very happy and thanked me.
 
This is just one example of how important it is to me to help people. Whether I am at work or out, I seem to always have a conversation with someone about how important insurance coverage is. I am always looking for a way to help people in any way.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband on our Harley. I also volunteer at different functions at Grain Valley High School where my daughter attends. I am active with the Grain Valley anti-bullying ordinance. I like to give back to my community whenever possible.
 
If you would like me to help you, give me a call or email me and I will be more than happy to assist in a policy review.

Value

Here's how we add value to your insurance experience:

01

Education

We prioritize customer education, offering resources such as informative articles and personalized consultations to help you understand the complexities of insurance. Informed customers can make better decisions, choose the right coverage, and adapt as their needs change over time.

02

Low Prices

We offer competitive and affordable premiums, ensuring you get good coverage without breaking the bank. This not only attracts a broader customer base but also enhances loyalty, as policyholders feel they are getting value for their money. Bundling multiple insurance policies can lead to cost savings through discounts and lower overall premiums.

03

Keep Your Agent

We work with multiple carriers, giving you access to a variety of insurance options while maintaining a relationship with your trusted agent. You don’t have to give up your agent; you can benefit from competitive rates without losing the personal touch.

04

Lifelong Relationship

We aim to build a lifelong relationship with you, providing consistent and reliable service, efficient claims assistance, and adapting coverage as your circumstances evolve. This commitment fosters trust and loyalty, and satisfied customers often refer their friends and family, expanding our customer base.

Our Values

Promoting Trust & Loyalty

Our values include education, competitive pricing, agent retention, and lifelong relationships. We want to enhance your overall insurance experience, attract new clients, and promote trust and loyalty within the insurance industry. Your peace of mind and satisfaction are our top priorities.

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