In this episode of Shreveport-Bossier Local Lens, Jeremy Sutton sits down with Victoria Balke of Goosehead Insurance to talk about entrepreneurship, family, networking, and the importance of having the right insurance coverage.

After welcoming a new baby, Victoria began reevaluating how she wanted to spend her time and structure her career. That led her to move from working with a single insurance company to becoming an independent insurance agent with access to a much larger selection of carriers.

For Victoria, this gave her the ability to shop multiple companies, compare options, and help clients protect themselves without automatically sacrificing coverage or raising deductibles.

Jeremy and Victoria also discuss the realities of starting a business, the value of a supportive spouse, and why local relationships still matter in an increasingly transactional and technology-driven world.

Jeremy and Victoria discuss:

• How becoming a mother changed Victoria's priorities
• Why she wanted greater flexibility and control over her schedule
• Moving from a captive insurance company to an independent model
• How Victoria unexpectedly found her career in insurance
• Why family support is essential for many entrepreneurs
• Building a business after moving to Shreveport-Bossier
• How networking helped Victoria establish herself in the community
• Why referrals should be based on trust
• Why supporting local businesses matters
• Keeping client relationships personal and accessible

Victoria Balke
Goosehead Insurance

Phone: 318-621-1122

Email: victoria.balky@goosehead.com

Social media: Search Victoria Balke or Louisiana Insurance Gal

Shreveport-Bossier Local Lens
Hosted by Jeremy Sutton

Conversations with local business owners, leaders, and community members making a difference throughout Shreveport-Bossier.