Thomas M. Sternberg, CIC, began his career as an independent insurance agent after graduation from the University of Wisconsin. Over the next 30 years, he worked as an Account Executive and later became CEO of his own agency. His experience with systems and automation made him instrumental in the development of a computer system for the independent agent that is now in use nation wide. Mr. Sternberg has also created management tools and procedures that have been used as models by other independent agencies. Mr. Sternberg serves as a consultant to a number of agencies and insurance companies on issues concerning the industry. He is a past president of the Independent Insurance Agents Association of Westchester County and has served on a number of non-profit boards including the March of Dimes.