Brent Johnson
Brent Johnson
President
336-773-1322
brent@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC, VA, SC, TN
BIO
Brent and his wife, Robin, have two daughters and 4 grandchildren.
EDUCATION
He is a graduate of Concord University with a BS in Business Management/Computer Science.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Brent went to work in the insurance field immediately upon college graduation. Throughout his career he has been a regular qualifier of the highest company awards on a national level. The business has grown over the years to one of the largest in the Triad/NC. He has also served on various National and Regional Agents Advisory Councils.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Over the years he has been heavily involved in a variety of community organizations including the Make-a-Wish Foundation, The Red Cross, Be the Match and Ronald McDonald House.
HOBBIES
Brent loves his time on the water boating, the gym, reading and checking off his “bucket list” of adventures.
Chuck Eyler
Chuck Eyler
Executive Vice President
828-264-8777
eylerc1@nationwide.com
LICENSED IN
NC, VA, SC, TN, GA
BIO
Chuck and his wife, Anna, have two children, William and Lucy.
EDUCATION
Chuck is a graduate of UNC-Greensboro with a B.A. in Psychology.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
After two years as a mortgage loan officer for SunTrust Mortgage, Chuck began his insurance career as an Associate Agent with Brent Johnson in 2006. In 2012, Chuck became a Principal Agent in Boone NC where his agency has achieved Nationwide’s highest national awards year after year. Recently he partnered with Brent Johnson to form Peakgroup.insure one of the largest insurance agencies in western North Carolina serving over 12,000 clients in 4 different states.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Chuck has a foundation in community service and has served as President of Boone Sunrise Rotary, Chair of the Boone Chamber of Commerce, and Executive Board Member of High Country United Way.
HOBBIES
Chuck loves spending time with his family, golf, Olympic weight lifting, watching sports, and has formed Boone Bourbon Club after his love of whiskey.
Andy Harkins
Andrea Church Morrison
Andrea Church Morrison
Operations & Managing Agent
828-264-8777
andrea@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC, TN
BIO
Andrea and her husband Seth have one son.
EDUCATION
Andrea attended Appalachian State University and obtained her insurance license in 1999.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Andrea began her insurance career in 1997 working for Nationwide Insurance. She brings over 20 years of experience to PeakGroup.Insure. She has continued her insurance education by completing the Certified Insurance Service Representatives Designation.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Andrea is actively involved with the local elementary school in her community and with her church. She also serves on the board for the William Mast Memorial Scholarship Fund.
HOBBIES
Andrea loves spending time with her family. They enjoy camping, spending time at the lake, sports, traveling and anything outside on a sunny day.
ALYSSA KENDRICK
BRITTANY BYRD
BRITTANY BYRD
Account Manager
828-264-8777
brittany@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Brittany is a native of Boone, NC and loves living in the mountains..
EDUCATION
Brittany is a graduate of Caldwell Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Business.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Brittany went to work in the insurance industry after college in September 2016. She obtained her property and casualty license and is working towards her CISR designation.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Over the years Brittany has been involved in many community organizations including OCC Shoeboxes, mission trips with her church, and volunteering at the hospitality house.
HOBBIES
Brittany enjoys her time reading, camping, going to the beach and spending time with family. She also loves to cook!
CINDY SELLERS
Cindy Sellers
Managing Associate Agent
336-773-1322
cindy@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC, TN, SC, VA
BIO
Daughter Leigh, and Brett Milstead have a five-month-old daughter, Cindy's granddaughter Sienna Kate, who couldn't be cuter!
EDUCATION
Cindy graduated from Lenoir Rhyne University, and taught middle school for 20 years.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Cindy is the eldest daughter of Raeford and Katherine Thomas of Hiddenite. Raeford and Katherine owned a Nationwide agency since 1961 and Cindy feels like she has been in insurance her entire life. Cindy worked at her dad's agency during several summers, beginning in 1996, and acquired all of her insurance licenses. In 2018, Cindy merged her agency with Charles Eyler and can now serve her clients even better!
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Taking on her father's community service interest, Cindy has been chair of the Alexander County Social Services Board, Rotary president, YMCA board president, Hospice board secretary, Hiddenite Arts and Heritage Center Board secretary, and Hiddenite United Methodist Church Administrative Board Chair. Currently Cindy services on the Alexander County School Board. Cam, her son, and wife Bonnie are currently in the Air Force Reserve and Florida National Guard, and Cam flies for Southwest Airlines, while Bonnie is an Assistant DA in West Palm Beach, Florida.
HOBBIES
Cindy loves to travel, dabble in paints, and read besides gardening and playing with Sienna Kate!
CLAUDIA ARICA
Claudia Arica
Account Manager
336-331-5000
claudia@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Claudia has been married to Jhonn for 10 years; they have two children, Nathan & Allison.
EDUCATION
Claudia graduated from North Forsyth High School in 2005 and attended Forsyth Tech.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Claudia has been working in the insurance field since 2005. She worked as a tax preparer from 2008-2010 and is a Notary Public.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Claudia and her husband serve in their local church in the youth ministry, which they enjoy very much!
HOBBIES
Claudia likes playing soccer, volleyball and reading. She loves to travel and go to the beach. Enjoy spending time with her kids watching movies!
DANNY GELATT
Danny Gelatt
Managing Associate
336-413-6959
danny@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC – Property, Casualty, Life, Health & Disability
BIO
Danny is originally from Indianapolis, IN. He grew up as a missionary kid in Argentina where he and his family spent 11 years. This allowed him to learn the language (Spanish) as a native. Danny and his wife Jessica have 3 children and have been part of the Winston-Salem community since 2000.
EDUCATION
Danny studied psychology at both Liberty University and Winston Salem State University. He was also in the Army Reserve Officer Training Corp with the Demon Deacon Batallion at Wake Forest University.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Danny started his insurance carrier in 2001 with the Brent Johnson Agency. In 2003 he took a job as an Auto Theft and Fire claims adjuster for Nationwide Insurance. In 2009, as a Master Claims Rep, he decided to return to the agency and has managed our Parkway Plaza branch since 2011 where he and his awesome bilingual staff serve the majority of our Hispanic clients.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Over the years, Danny has been involved with several different charitable and community organizations like United Way, Red Cross, The Children’s Home, Samaritan Ministries and Feet First. He is also very involved with the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce.
HOBBIES
Danny loves to spend his spare time wrestling with his 2 boys and taking his daughter on “Daddy-Daughter” dates. He also enjoys reading, traveling and playing golf.
DEBRA C. PENUEL
Debra C. Penuel
Account Manager
828-264-8777
debbie@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Single, with one daughter and a wonderful son-in-law, two grandpuppies.
EDUCATION
CCC&TI, Associate in Business and studied nursing.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed NC Sales/Service Representative with Nationwide 20 years, prior 20 years experience with independent insurance agencies.
HOBBIES
Reading, Travel, Family and Friends.
DIANA P. JOLLY
Diana P. Jolly
Account Manager
828-632-4261
dianaj@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Diana and her husband, Tim have one son and 1 granddaughter who is forever 2.
EDUCATION
Diana is a graduate of Catawba Valley Technical College with Associates Degrees in Accounting and Business Administration, and Gardner Webb University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Diana went to work in the insurance field at Thomas Insurance in Hiddenite in 1996. She is licensed in Property & Casualty, Life, Health & Medicare Supplement.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Diana is very active in her church and community, volunteering with Hiddenite Community Helpers Food Pantry, Forgiven Prison Ministries, and Adams Center.
HOBBIES
We own a poultry and cattle farm in Alexander County and enjoy being outdoors. We enjoy walking and hiking, antiques, estates sales, riding motorcycles and fishing at our pond.
HEATHER HUBBARD
Heather Hubbard
Associate Agent
828-632-4261
heatherh@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Heather and her husband, Chad, have a son and a spoiled beagle.
EDUCATION
Heather attended East Carolina University with an intended major in Sociology and minor in Psychology.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Heather has been in retail management for over 18 years. She came to Peak in February of 2018. She is licensed in Property and Casualty and is currently working towards her Life license.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Heather has been involved in a variety of community organizations including The Boys and Girls Club, The March of Dimes, Relay for Life and the Special Olympics.
HOBBIES
Heather enjoys spending time with her family and going anywhere that offers sun and sand.
HEATHER ST. CLAIR
Heather St. Clair
Account Manager
366-773-1322
heather@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Heather and her husband Steve have 3 sons who are 28, 22 and 16.
EDUCATION
Heather attended Sacramento State University in California
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Heather previously held her real estate license for 16 years and worked in the mortgage industry. She has held her insurance license now for the last 12 years.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Heather enjoys helping with events sponsored by Reagan High School Key Club and the Twin City Kiwanis Club
HOBBIES
Heather and her family love to travel!
JACKIE JOHNSON DOLAN
What would you do with $397+?
Save time and aggravation while lowering your insurance costs.
We work on your behalf to shop multiple insurance carriers to find you the best possible coverage and price for your unique situation. Best part? You don't have to lift a finger, haggle with people, or make a ton of calls. We do all the work for you 🙂
Reed Henry
Reed Henry
Account Manager
reed@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Reed and his fiancée Chloe have a golden retriever named Leo.
EDUCATION
Starting in 2011, Reed attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and obtained degrees in both history and philosophy as well as a teaching license in secondary education.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Reed began his journey in insurance in January of 2018 as a customer service representative for the National General Insurance Company. After a year as a CSR, Reed transitioned into a Business System Analyst at NGIC where his job comprised of providing technical and analytical support to business processes of NGIC. Reed moved to the Peak Insurance Group family in March of 2020 and has continued his pursuit of becoming an insurance agent.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
In the past, Reed has volunteered his time at habitat for humanity. Reed is also a member of the American Red Cross and donates whenever he gets the chance.
HOBBIES
Reed is an avid sports fan, with a specific love for basketball, football, baseball, and mixed martial arts. Reed also enjoys watching good movies and television shows, but he makes sure to find the time to enjoy the outdoors and travel with his family.
KANISHA HUYNH
Andrea Church Morrison
Operations & Managing Agent
336-773-1322
kanisha@peakgroup.insure
BIO
Kanisha married her high-school sweetheart and they have three-year-old son & two dogs.
EDUCATION
She is a Mount Tabor High School Alumni and attended Appalachian State University and graduated with a B.S. in Exercise Science.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Kanisha earned her Property & Casualty Insurance license in 2017. Previously worked as a customer service representative at a commercial independent agency and at National General Insurance.
HOBBIES
She enjoys being a member of Elevation Church, spending time with family and friends, attending sporting events and concerts, cooking and teaching her son.
KELLEY HARRISON
Kelley Harrison
Sales Associate Agent, CISR
828-264-8777
kelley@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Kelley and her husband, Eric, have two children, Chris and Ginna and two dogs and is a native of Boone.
EDUCATION
Kelley attended Appalachian State University.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Kelley has worked in the insurance industry since August 2014. Before beginning work in the insurance industry, she worked in the financial industry for 15 years where she achieved her license for life and her Series 6 and 63. Since joining the insurance industry she has achieved her license in property and casualty and is now working on a designation of Certified Insurance Service Representative.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Over the years Kelley has been involved in a variety of community organizations including the Relay for Life, March of Dimes, Chamber of Commerce and her churches children activities.
HOBBIES
JULIE MORTON
Julie Morton
CMRCL Support Specialist
336-768-7906
julie@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Julie has a daughter and two rescue dogs.
EDUCATION
Julie graduated from Wake Forest University and took the insurance exams and training at the College of Insurance in NYC.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Julie worked as a commercial underwriter with the Continental Insurance Company in NYC before moving home to join Alexander and Alexander, Inc. as a commercial sales agent in North Carolina, and eventually joining Nationwide as a commercial account manager.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Julie is currently the co-chair of her homecoming reunion committee for her Wake Forest Class.
HOBBIES
Julie loves fostering dogs and attending all of the Wake Forest sports, especially football and tailgating.
LAURA BARTLETT
Laura Bartlett
Sales Associate
336-773-1322
laura@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Laura has a german shepherd dog named Lemon who she says is her large, furry baby.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Laura has been in the insurance industry since 2010. She is licensed in Property, Casualty, Life and Health and is also a North Carolina notary.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
An advocate for animals, Laura has volunteered at the Davidson County Animal Shelter, Davidson County Humane Society and Animal C.A.R.E organizations. She coached cheerleading at Welcome Elementary from 2013-2016 and still does from time to time.
HOBBIES
In her spare time Laura likes trying new things and staying active. She enjoys painting and various crafts, being outdoors, and occasionally attempting to play the ukulele.
Gabbie Delay
Gabby Delay
gabby@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
BIO
EDUCATION
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
HOBBIES
SHARI MILLER
Shari Miller
Director of First Impressions
336-773-1322
shari@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
Currently enrolled in Property and Casualty courses.
BIO
Shari has two children, Jacob and Daylon, a daughter-in-law Katelyn, and a puppy named Bella.
EDUCATION
She attended Parkland High School and went on to receive a degree in Early Childhood from Davidson County Community College.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Shari has been in the insurance field since 2016. Before that, she was a preschool teacher for 15 years.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
She participates in Adopt A Highway in memory of her step-daughter Laura.
HOBBIES
Shari enjoys spending time with her family, watching races at Bowman Gray and going to the beach.
LINCOLN JOHNSON
What would you do with $397+?
Save time and aggravation while lowering your insurance costs.
We work on your behalf to shop multiple insurance carriers to find you the best possible coverage and price for your unique situation. Best part? You don't have to lift a finger, haggle with people, or make a ton of calls. We do all the work for you 🙂
LORRIE BARKER
Lorrie Barker
Account Manager
828-632-4261
lorrie@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Lorrie and her husband, Steve, have one daughter, and a Treeing Walker Hound.
EDUCATION
Lorrie attended Mitchell Community College in Statesville, NC.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Lorrie went to work in the insurance field in 1989 with Barker Insurance Agency, a family owned business. Ten years later, the Agency merged with Nationwide Insurance. Lorrie was awarded her CISR designation in 2007, and in 2015 completed her Manufactured Home Specialist Designation through Foremost Insurance.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Over the years Lorrie has been involved in several community organizations including Relay for Life and SCAN.
HOBBIES
Lorrie loves singing, gardening, cooking, going to the gym, and hiking, but most important, spending time with family and friends.
MISTY KING
Misty King
Licensed Support Staff
366-773-1322
misty@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Misty & her husband, Tom, have one son & lots of animals.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Misty started working for Nationwide Insurance right out of high school & has held her NC Insurance Licenses since 1996.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Misty is active in the church she grew up in & is very involved in children's sports in her community.
HOBBIES
ROBIN JOHNSON
Robin Johnson
Special Projects Manager
336-773-1322
ribinj@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC, TN
BIO
Andrea and her husband Seth have one son.
EDUCATION
Andrea attended Appalachian State University and obtained her insurance license in 1999.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Andrea began her insurance career in 1997 working for Nationwide Insurance. She brings over 20 years of experience to PeakGroup.Insure. She has continued her insurance education by completing the Certified Insurance Service Representatives Designation.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Andrea is actively involved with the local elementary school in her community and with her church. She also serves on the board for the William Mast Memorial Scholarship Fund.
HOBBIES
Andrea loves spending time with her family. They enjoy camping, spending time at the lake, sports, traveling and anything outside on a sunny day.
ROBIN TOWNSEND
What would you do with $397+?
Save time and aggravation while lowering your insurance costs.
We work on your behalf to shop multiple insurance carriers to find you the best possible coverage and price for your unique situation. Best part? You don't have to lift a finger, haggle with people, or make a ton of calls. We do all the work for you 🙂
Van Almond
Van Almond
Senior Agent
366-773-1322
van@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC, TN, VA, LA
BIO
Van is originally from Lexington, but grew up in big Mt. Gilead. He is the proud father of one son, Austin and has an amazing British Lab, Nero. Work moved Van around quite a bit, living in Greenville, SC; Asheville, NC, Bristol, VA; Johnson City, TN; Bossier City, LA; and recently moved back to NC to Winston Salem in 2017.
EDUCATION
Van is a graduate of Wingate University with a B.A. in Business Administration.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
After college, Van spent 10 years in the Food Brokerage Industry. Then started his own company in 1995, T&V Plus 2 Inc. which comprised of 10 convenience stores, a beauty salon, a wig boutique, a car garage, and then opened his first insurance agency in 2003. Van has a 16-year insurance career. He was a multiple Allstate Agency owner for 12 years, where his Agency achieved multiple recognitions: Premier Agency, Chairman Conferences, Gold Records, Honor Rings, and Life Leaders. In 2015, he became an Independent producer to better serve his customers with more options. In 2017, he moved to Winston to join MetLife Auto & Home. But with his desire to better serve his clients, Van has recently joined the Peak Group, so that he is able to offer more competitive options, for all insurance needs.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Van feels that he has been very blessed and has proudly served in the communities he has lived in. Former President of Minden Tennis & Aquatic Club for 5 yrs, was on the Board of Directors of Minden Medical Center for 5 yrs, has coached many baseball and basketball teams, was an active USTA member, involved with multiple Chambers of Commerce, Lions Club and is currently President of a local BNI Chapter and a member of Lewisville Clemmons Chamber. Charity involvement includes St Jude, American Cancer Society, and the Forsyth Humane Society.
HOBBIES
SHERRY ELLIS
Sherry Ellis
Account Manager, CISR
336-768-7906
sherry@peakgroup.insure
LICENSED IN
NC
BIO
Sherry and her husband, Rob, have a daughter and a son.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Sherry began to work in the insurance field immediately after graduation. Her experience includes working at an independent insurance agency and teaching Pre-Licensing Insurance courses. However, the majority of her experience has been with Nationwide Insurance, devoting over 20 years in the agency industry.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Sherry and her husband own a small family operated vineyard and winery in Davie County. She has participated in activities with the Chamber of Commerce and the Habitat for Humanity projects. She is also involved in a ministry work.
HOBBIES
Sherry enjoys spending time with her family and traveling with them. She also enjoys outdoor sports such as hiking, snowboarding, water-sports and motocross.
STACEY GRETKA
Stacey Gretka
Operations Manager
336-773-1322
stacey@peakgroup.insure
BIO
Stacey and her husband, Nick, have two children, a dog, a cat, and three chickens.
EDUCATION
She is a proud graduate of Winthrop University where she earned a BS in Human Nutrition and BA in Theatre Technology.
AGENT EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Stacey earned her Property & Casualty license in early 2017 and specialized in new home purchases.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Stacey is an active member of the PTO, a board member for HopeLKN, and loves to volunteer at her church.
HOBBIES
She also enjoys gardening, golfing, and hiking.
RUTH EVINGTON
