Across the insurance industry, some professionals stand apart due to their diligence and willingness to go the extra mile for their clients. Sadaf Khan has distinguished herself in her field by dedicating decades to her profession. Her sense of commitment has garnered her clients’ loyalty and her contributions to her field have earned her various honors, such as inclusion in the prestigious Marquis Who’s Who listing of noteworthy individuals.
Building the Foundations for Success
While Khan was a young adult, her father encouraged her to focus on her education to achieve a prosperous career. Honoring her father’s wishes, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in business information systems from California State University Northridge.
When Khan first entered the workforce, she obtained a position as a personal banker. After three years, she moved to Texas and made a career pivot into the insurance industry. For the next 10 years, Khan would build her skills as an insurance agent with Farmers Insurance Agency.
Establishing an Exceptional Agency
In 2021, Khan made the next significant step forward in her career journey when she founded Paragon Insurance Agency. To date, she serves as a property and casualty licensed agent with her agency.
In addition to serving clients, Khan oversees a team of 30 employees across various departments, including administration, claims, renewal, and new business.
Khan’s leadership at Paragon Insurance Agency has driven the company toward success. Within only three years, the agency achieved the significant milestone of building an $8.2 million business. Although Khan built Paragon from the ground up, her exceptional customer service as an insurance agent attracted clients from her previous employer, who have remained loyal to her.
For her achievements within the insurance industry, Khan has earned various awards, including the Excellence in Service Award from Farmers Insurance Agency, the IIAT Award, and the Chamber of Commerce Award. Her inclusion in the Marquis Who’s Who listing further signifies her prominence in her field.
The Work of a Dedicated Team
Khan attributes the success of Paragon to her team of dedicated and gifted professionals. Her staff members travel across the United States to serve businesses across all sectors. Through diligent efforts and a focus on customer service, Paragon Insurance Agency has achieved an impressive client retention rate of 95%.
“Our CSRs are phenomenal because they manage to convince the clients to renew,” Khan states. “That’s not just in Texas; that’s all over the whole U.S.”
Plans for Expansions and Outreach
In the coming five to 10 years, Khan plans to expand her business and diversify into other areas of the insurance industry. Her goals include establishing professional audit and inspection teams and starting her insurance brokerage. Through these efforts, Khan hopes to provide her clients with a one-stop shop that can serve all their insurance needs.
For 2025, Khan plans to open a virtual learning center for agents through Paragon Insurance Agency. This project will break down the barriers for those hoping to acquire skills as an insurance agent but cannot attend in-person classes, allowing people nationwide to take advantage of the opportunities Khan has been afforded.
The impressive growth of Khan’s insurance agency and the loyalty of her clients demonstrate the excellence of her work in the industry. As she leads her team to new goals and higher benchmarks, she continues to stand apart as a professional in her field.
