Why We’re Called The Y Agency
- Chris Sabourin

- Oct 22
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 23

Every Great Story Begins with a Why
When we started The Y Agency, we knew our mission had to be about more than policies, numbers, or premiums. It had to be about purpose — the personal reason behind every decision we make and the quiet motivation that drives every family we help protect.
That’s where the Y comes in.
The Moment It Clicked
The name The Y Agency wasn’t born in a boardroom or marketing meeting — it started in a conversation about what truly matters.
We realized that every person we meet — whether it’s a single mom balancing bills and dreams, a new dad thinking about his child’s future, or someone nearing retirement — is driven by one thing: their why.
And once you understand your why, everything else becomes clearer.
Y = Your Why
For us, “Y” is more than a letter — it’s a question.
It’s the reason you get up in the morning.
It’s the people you love, the goals you’re chasing, and the future you’re building.
Every parent, every single mom, every weekend warrior, every dreamer — everyone has a why.
And when you understand your “why,” making decisions about your life, health, and financial protection becomes easier.
You’re no longer buying life insurance — you’re building security for your why.
Real-world examples:
A mom finally takes that first step because she wants her kids to always have stability.
A young professional starts investing early because they’re thinking long-term for the first time.
A couple reviews their coverage each year because their why evolves as their life does.
Your why grows, and we’re here to help you protect it — every step of the way.
Agency = The Power to Choose
Most people think of the word agency as a company.
But for us, it means something far greater.
Agency (noun) — the capacity, condition, or state of acting or of exerting power; the ability to make choices and influence outcomes.
That’s the essence of what we believe.
Agency means control.
It means having the power to shape your own outcomes — to make choices that protect your family and your future, and to rewrite a story that once felt out of your hands.
You have agency — the ability to decide what happens next.
And that’s exactly what we help you do.
Because in a world that can feel uncertain, taking action — even a small one — is one of the most empowering things you can do.
Discover. Build. Protect.
Those three words are at the heart of everything we stand for.
We help you discover your why.
We help you build a plan around it.
And we help you protect what matters most — so your legacy continues, no matter what.
It’s not just a tagline. It’s a framework for life.
When we meet someone new, we’re not asking,
“How much coverage do you want?”
We’re asking,
“Who are you protecting? What are you building? What’s your why?”
Because once we understand that, the plan writes itself.
The Meaning Beyond the Name
At The Y Agency, our name serves as both a compass and a mirror.
It points us — and our clients — back to what matters most.
We’re not here to sell.
We’re here to remind you that you already have the power to create change.
You already have a why.
You already have agency.
Our job is to help you see it, strengthen it, and safeguard it for the people who depend on you.
A Final Reflection
If you’ve never paused to think about your own “why,” maybe today’s the perfect time.
Ask yourself:
What drives me?
Who am I doing this for?
And what would it mean to protect that — not someday, but today?
That’s what The Y Agency is all about.
Because at the end of the day, you don’t just have a policy — you have a purpose.
And together, we’ll make sure it’s protected.




Comments