“there is no better business than the agency business to know people and work with them in the best and worst times in their lives,” spreng says. “when i started in this business, i didn’t know anything about insurance. and now, after 46 years and a few days from retirement, i can honestly say i am blessed. this career path has provided me with the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of others.” for over 40 years, spreng has been involved in the independent agency system. he has been an association leader since he was first elected to represent ohio big i district 6 back in 2002. he served as president of the big i board from 2008 to 2009. he was elected to the merged ohio board in 2013, and will conclude his service at the end of this year. spreng has served as big i national director representing ohio members on the iiaba national board, which sets the strategic direction and policy of iiaba. while serving on the trusted choice board of directors, he helped to educate the public on the value of an independent insurance agent.