Ashley General Agency, based in Conroe, Texas, is an independent wholesale Managing General Agent (MGA) founded in 2010 by Lyle Ashley and Billie Gorrell. With over 35 years of combined experience in the Surplus Lines Wholesale Industry before its inception, the agency began with just five employees and five contract carriers but has grown significantly, now employing over 25 staff and surpassing $30 million in Gross Written Premium (GWP).
The agency specializes in underwriting and placing a wide array of insurance lines, including property, casualty, professional, transportation, energy, environmental, and personal lines. Ashley General Agency prides itself on providing timely and professional service, with all local accounting, processing, and underwriting conducted in Conroe. This localized approach ensures that their contracted agents and clients receive expert service tailored to Texas’s unique insurance needs.
The agency operates with a strong commitment to integrity and professionalism, reflecting the values instilled by its founder, Lyle Ashley, who believed in prioritizing clients' needs above all. Following his passing in 2014, his legacy continues under the leadership of his daughter, Billie Gorrell, as the President/CEO. The team at Ashley General Agency works diligently to uphold this legacy by building strong and valuable relationships with their carriers and agents.
In addition to their robust insurance offerings, Ashley General Agency continually adapts to meet the evolving needs of their clients, such as providing mobile underwriting services directly to agents’ offices. They are also active on social media platforms, fostering community engagement and client connectivity. By focusing on customer service and technical expertise, Ashley General Agency aims to exceed client expectations in the competitive landscape of insurance brokerage.
