ARSidekicks is powered by the same team behind Agency Resource Solutions, a family run service company with over a decade in business. Recognizing a nationwide need for skilled assistants, or Sidekicks, we have created a seamless solution providing fully trained licensed Sidekicks to your office without the hassle of the hiring process.
The founding team of ARSidekicks is brought to you by Agency ResourceSolutions founder Melanie Yeatts, her daughter Chasity Hawkins, son-in-law Paul Hawkins, and longtime trusted friend and employee, Beth Toth.
Our mission is to empower agents and their teams through services that transform agencies, while also providing remote work opportunities that enable individuals to professionally flourish and be present for their families.
We love helping agents and want to see you grow and succeed. Learn more about our different Sidekick Services!
Your Service Sidekick efficiently manages BOD tasks, claim follow-ups, servicing duties and adds their own personalized support to streamline your operations.
Your Executive Sidekick effectively manages your inbox, calendar, reports, and other administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on growing and scaling your business.
Your Financial Support Sidekick assists in preparing Life/Health proposals, submitting applications, tracking underwriting, managing claims, and much more!
Frontline Representatives answer inbound calls, take payments, and do whatever else is needed to make your agency an inviting, efficient business.
Meet the original Sidekicks and experts who built ARSidekicks. Our team is dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service and exceeding your expectations. We share a common goal: providing top-tier administrative support for agents across the US.
30-years of agency experience, military wife, and entrepreneurial powerhouse, Melanie is the founder of both Agency Resource Solutions and ARSidekicks.
The original Sidekick, licensed attorney with 10-years of agency experience, and CEO of ARS. Chasity has been instrumental in ARS’s growth and success, and is excited to bring the same experience to the Sidekicks family.
Paul is an Army veteran, has 20+ year business management expertise, and is our IT systems extraordinaire. He is responsible for the business processes and systems that have allowed ARS to scale and grow throughout the years.
Beth has 30-years of agency experience, is our expert trainer, skilled process developer, and our #1 Sidekick. She brings an unparalleled amount of agency knowledge and experience to the Sidekicks family to give customers the very best service.
With 20+ years of agency experience, Tara is our skilled coordinator and our go to training specialist. She brings the energy and enthusiasm that makes the customer and Sidekick experience incredible!
With recent agency experience and the ultimate service guru, Jennifer brings her onboarding expertise and all-around awesomeness to our Sidekicks team. She also brings a wealth of Customer Success experience to the team.
We are beyond excited to welcome April as our Director of Program Support and Executive Assistant to the CEO! With an incredible background in executive support and operations, April brings a wealth of knowledge, organization, and strategic thinking to the team.
Kristen is our social media mogul, content extraordinaire, and all-around incredible person. She brings a first-class eye for branding, content, video production, and messaging that can’t be beat!
Sarah is an experienced Executive Sidekick with a passion for efficiency and excellence. With an impressive background in executive assistance and a strong commitment to serving others, she ensures a seamless onboarding experience for our clients and their Sidekicks.
Beth embodies everything that makes a great Sidekick. With a strong background in onboarding and a deep understanding of agency operations, Beth is committed to helping new Service Sidekicks integrate seamlessly with their agents. We are lucky to have her expertise and energy on the team!
We are thrilled to welcome Mitch to the Sidekicks team as our Financial Lead! With a heart for service and a wealth of experience in all things financial services and securities, Mitch is the perfect fit for this role.
Chloe brings a wonderful energy and commitment to the Sidekicks team! Her experience as a Service Sidekick experience, gives her first-hand knowledge of what it takes to help Sidekicks and client be successful. We are thrilled to have her on board!
Anne is Detailed-oriented, organized, and a downright fantastic human being. She assists with all things finances! Anne has been an invaluable member of Team ARS for years, and she now brings those skills to the Sidekicks family as well!
Ashley is our newest team member and Executive Assistant to the COO. She brings a wealth of knowledge and an incredible service mindset!
Hillary is our Recruiting Assistant and comes with a wealth of recruiting and management experience. She is also an Executive Sidekick and has an amazing love for service!
We are proud to offer valuable partnerships that enhance the experience for both Sidekicks and agents. If you have questions about the benefits these collaborations provide, do not hesitate to reach out–we are here to help.
The original remote service company, Agency Resource Solutions (ARS) has revolutionized the way thousands of agencies handle their service work. As a sister company to Sidekicks, ARS creates the foundation for your service team with a cost effective and highly efficient process.
Trophy Club Consulting is an all-inclusive training program. Helping agents and their team members succeed is their passion. What makes them different is simple. First, their coaches are not overnight success stories. They all produce at the top levels of the industry every year. Second, they teach the same systems they use everyday in our own offices. Finally, they give you and your team the ability to practice the processes LIVE to perfection.
Mivation is a leading provider of innovative solutions for the insurance industry, dedicated to empowering agents and agencies with cutting-edge technology to enhance productivity, drive performance, and maximize profitability. Their core product, Racing Snail, has processed over $1 billion in commissions for our captive agency clients and consumes over 1 million transactions every day.
We know from experience the many steps involved in hiring out of state employees, which is why ARS and Sidekicks trusts Cadence HR to take care of it all! Cadence has helped us seamlessly hire employees in at least a dozen states. They stand ready to share that expertise with your agency!
Good Neighbor Coffee is built on faith, service, and a genuine heart for people, which is exactly why we love partnering with them. They craft smoother, low-acid coffee using a rare infrared roasting process, and a portion of every sale supports local churches and nonprofits. Head over to goodneighborcoffee.com and grab some coffee!
Whether you are looking to add a Sidekick to your office or you’d like to become a Sidekick, we would love to hear from you. We are happy to answer any questions you may have!