Welcome to the South, y’all!

Here where the tea is sweet and the BBQ’s smokin’, we’re proud to be part of a melting pot of cultures and people — some of the most gracious in the world. So, pull up a chair, and let’s get to know each other better.

Region locations

  • Alabama
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Louisiana
  • Mississippi
  • North Carolina
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
Ironpeak’s South Region is home to inviting beaches from the east coast of North Carolina to southern Mississippi.
A guitar and harmonica signify how important music is from Nashville to New Orleans in the South Region.
The South Region has many iconic weeping willow trees, which line long driveways and roads.

Facts & figures

Premium written in the region

560M

Established in 1992

Under the watchful eye of David Ward since 2005, the South continues its strong growth despite some unique challenges — got hurricanes? We’ve found Southern agents are incredibly resilient and we love finding ways to help them win. Ironpeak South added 50 new Members in 2024; give us a call to find out why.

Fun fact

Regional manager Perry Grant has gone to every Alabama vs. Auburn football game for the past 60 years! Can anyone beat that record? If so, call us, and we’ll buy you lunch!

The South

Helping agents and carriers drive performance

Matt Ward

Managing Partner and Executive Vice President

David D. Ward

Managing Partner

Dave Randle

Regional Vice President

Johnny Cox

Managing Partner

Mike Petty

Managing Partner

Andrew Ward

Regional Manager

Cameron Cardinal

Regional Manager

Cole Shannahan

Regional Manager

Greg Henson

Regional Manager

Joya Schoolcraft

Regional Manager

Perry Grant

Regional Manager

Wendy Simpson

Regional Manager

Dawn Stuard

Administrator

Over 400 agencies are Members of Ironpeak South. Despite their diversity, they share a determination and commitment to profitable growth even in the face of tough market headwinds. We are proud to contribute added revenue, strategies and guidance to help them reach their goals.“
David Ward
David Ward
Managing Partner
An Ironpeak regional manager visits a Member Agent to discuss profit sharing.

Carrier locator

More choice, more potential

We take a strategic approach to identify the right carrier mix. Our regional managers are skilled at knowing each carrier’s appetites and openness for new appointments and new business.

Let's talk!

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