The Southern Agency, Inc.

Ooltewah, TN

(844) 687-2963
Car Home Business
Founded in 2015

Auto Insurance ● Home Insurance ● Life Insurance ● Business Insurance

The Southern Agency is a premier independent insurance firm offering personalized coverage solutions to individuals, families, and businesses across the United States. With deep expertise in both personal and commercial insurance, we deliver trusted guidance and access to top-rated carriers-ensuring our clients get the protection they need, tailored to fit their lives and goals.

We know finding the right insurance can be confusing, time-consuming, and frustrating. That's why we've simplified the process with a hands-on, three-step approach that makes securing great coverage easy and stress-free. Whether you're protecting your home, your car, your business, or your loved ones, our team is here to walk with you every step of the way.

At The Southern Agency, we don't just sell policies-we build lasting relationships rooted in trust, transparency, and service. We take pride in delivering expert support, fast communication, and digital tools that keep things convenient and efficient. With a genuine commitment to our clients, we're proud to be the agency people rely on to protect what matters most.

Our Services Include:

✔ Business Insurance (Property, Liability, Workers' Compensation & More)
✔ Personal Insurance (Home, Auto, Life & More)
✔ Specialty Coverage for Unique Risks

We proudly partner with leading carriers including ERIE, Travelers, Chubb, Auto-Owners, Hanover, Hartford, and many more-giving you options, flexibility, and peace of mind.

States Served
Kentucky, Georgia, South Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina
Personal Insurance
ATV
Automobile
Boat
Builders Risk/Home Construction
Collectible Auto
Condo
Earthquake
Farm
Flood
Health
Home
Identity Fraud
Landlord
Mobile Home
Motorcycle
Other
Personal Watercraft
Pet
RV
Renters
Short-Term/Sharing
Special Event
Trailer
Umbrella
Vacant Land
Valuable Items
Commercial Insurance
Bonds
Builders Risk
Business Owners / Package
Business Vehicle
Contractors Equipment
Cyber Liability
Directors & Officers
Employment Practices Liability
Errors and Omissions
General Liability
Inland Marine
Other
Professional Liability
Property
Umbrella/Excess
Workers Compensation
Industries
Accommodation and Food Services
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Construction
Educational Services
Finance and Insurance
Health Care and Social Assistance
Information
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Manufacturing - Food / Beverage / Textiles / Apparel / Leather
Manufacturing - Metal / Machinery / Computer / Electrical / Transportation / Furniture
Manufacturing - Wood / Paper / Paper / Mining / Plastics
Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction
Other Services (except Public Administration)
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Public Administration
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
Retail - Sporting Goods / Hobby / Music / General / Misc.
Retail - Vehicle / Home / Furniture / Building / Garden / Food / Health / Gas / Clothing
Transportation - Air / Rail / Water / Truck / Transit / Ground / Pipeline / Scenic
Transportation and Warehousing
Utilities
Wholesale Trade
Companies We Work With
Accident Fund
US Assure
Cincinnati Insurance Co
Frank Winston Crum Insurance
Philadelphia Insurance Companies
Guard Insurance Group
Selective
RLI Corp
The Hartford
West Bend Insurance Co
Progressive Insurance
Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual
Erie Ins Co
Accident Fund/Comp West
Auto-Owners Insurance Company
RetailFirst Insurance Company
Liberty Mutual
The Southern Agency, Inc. Team
  • Chris Cain - Vice President
    Chris Cain
    Vice President
  • Austin Case - Producer
    Austin Case
    Producer
  • Felix Bernabe - Producer
    Felix Bernabe
    Producer
  • LaVonda Hysinger - Account Manager
    LaVonda Hysinger
    Account Manager
  • Allen Davis - Producer
    Allen Davis
    Producer
  • Shelly Cooper - Account Manager
    Shelly Cooper
    Account Manager
  • Derek Wirz - President
    Derek Wirz
    President
  • Joanie Dean - Account Manager
    Joanie Dean
    Account Manager
  • Stacey Colton - Account Manager
    Stacey Colton
    Account Manager
  • John Newman - Producer
    John Newman
    Producer
  • Will Snead - Producer
    Will Snead
    Producer
  • Jennifer Mahon - Account Manager
    Jennifer Mahon
    Account Manager
  • Tracey Wirz - Comptroller
    Tracey Wirz
    Comptroller
  • Brandon Crowe - Personal Lines Manager
    Brandon Crowe
    Personal Lines Manager
  • Kelly Taylor - Account Manager
    Kelly Taylor
    Account Manager
  • Kyle Stephens - Producer
    Kyle Stephens
    Producer
  • Rita Sherwood - Producer
    Rita Sherwood
    Producer
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