Episode 280: Food, Faith and Family Leads to Shawsome with Susan Shaw

Welcome listeners to another heartwarming episode, I’m excited to continue highlighting the Top 3% high-achieving agents from our UPP circle, who have also graced the cover of Rough Notes magazine. Today, we have a truly inspiring story to share with you featuring Susan Shaw, the dynamic force behind Shaw Insurance Agency. Susan, along with her family, embodies the spirit of community service and altruism in the most remarkable ways.

In this episode, Susan takes us through her unique journey, from her father’s beginnings in the real estate business to her own bold leap into the insurance world. We’ll dive into the Shaw family’s extraordinary dedication to giving back, spotlighted by their award-winning Goals for Bowls initiative started by her daughter. This incredible program combines a love for soccer, a strong faith, and a commitment to feeding children across the globe. With over 113,000 meals provided and numerous trips to countries like Ghana, the Philippines, and Honduras, Susan’s story is a powerful testament to the transformative impact of heartfelt service.

We’ll also explore Shaw Insurance’s philosophy of business, the importance of choosing the right clients, and how these values are seamlessly integrated into their international mission trips. Susan shares touching anecdotes about how soccer balls and a genuine passion for helping others can change lives. Get ready to be inspired by the Shawesome way of life—a shining example of how blending business with benevolence can create lasting change both locally and internationally.

Goals For Bowls

Highlights:

• Giving back locally and internationally enriches lives and strengthens business and personal bonds.
• Business success can stem from unconventional beginnings, exemplified by career shifts and risk-taking stories.
• Emphasizing personal connections over transactions fosters loyalty and long-term business success.
• Knowing which clients to accept and which to decline ensures healthy, sustainable business growth.
• Learning from experienced family members or industry mentors can expedite knowledge and success.
• Engaging with local boards and organizations promotes business visibility and community strength.
• International experiences and philanthropic work broaden a company’s worldview and enhance its brand.
• Allowing personal faith to guide business practices can create a fulfilling and principled work environment.
• Shared philanthropic endeavors can strengthen family ties and create lasting legacies.
• Flexibility and resilience in facing market challenges maintain business stability and growth.

About Susan Shaw:

Susan Shaw is the co-owner of Shaw Insurance Agency in Hurst, Texas, where she’s built a full-service agency alongside her husband, Howard. Driven by a commitment to integrity, the Shaws prioritize building relationships over transactions, a principle they rooted in their Christian faith and the “Golden Rule.” Under their stewardship, Shaw Insurance expanded from its original home insurance offerings to provide a range of personal and commercial insurance products. Known for their dedication to quality, they work exclusively with A-rated companies, ensuring clients receive coverage from financially stable organizations.

Susan’s background in real estate has helped her guide clients through the complexities of insurance, treating each case like a puzzle to find the best coverage solutions. This hands-on approach has led the agency to rely solely on referrals and networking, as clients are often introduced through mutual connections, reinforcing the agency’s reputation for trust and personalized care.

Beyond her professional achievements, Susan is deeply involved in community service. She serves on multiple nonprofit boards, including the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Chamber of Commerce, where she’s the current board chair, using her role to champion local businesses. She’s also a dedicated volunteer at a local food pantry and actively supports Goals for Bowls (GFB), a charity her daughter, Sarah, founded to provide soccer equipment and food to children in underserved countries. With Susan’s help, GFB has delivered supplies and food globally, including water systems for communities in Guatemala. Through her Rotary membership, Susan is now working to secure a grant for additional clean water systems, continuing her commitment to make a difference both locally and abroad.

Until next time, get out there and make a difference, be unstoppable, and leave no regrets!

Mike Stromsoe
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