We’re proud to share some exciting news: our Chief Operations Officer, Jessica Yarbrough, CIC, CISR, AFIS, has been named the 2026 Agent of the Year by the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina (IIANC). Jessica received the award at IIANC’s InsurEXPO in September 2026.
What Is the IIANC Agent of the Year Award?
Each year, IIANC recognizes association members and company partners for their achievements and dedication to the insurance industry. Agent of the Year is among the association’s highest honors, chosen from independent insurance professionals across North Carolina.
Meet Jessica Yarbrough
As Chief Operations Officer, Jessica makes sure Johnson Insurance runs efficiently and that every client receives the excellent service we promise. She is always looking for tools and processes that help our team work better, so our clients get faster answers and the right coverage.
Jessica holds three professional designations:
- CIC — Certified Insurance Counselor
- CISR — Certified Insurance Service Representative
- AFIS — Accredited Farm Insurance Specialist
Learn more about Jessica on our team page.
In Their Words
“Jessica is the reason our team can deliver on our promise to clients every day. She is always looking for a better way forward, and this recognition from our peers across North Carolina is well deserved,” said Lindsey Owens, Vice President of Operations.
“I’m honored to be recognized by IIANC, and I share this award with our whole team at Johnson Insurance. Everything we do is about helping our clients succeed, and I’m grateful to work alongside people who care so much about getting it right,” said Jessica.
What This Means for Our Clients
Recognition like this reflects what we work toward every day: personal service, real expertise and long-term relationships. Whether you own a self storage facility, run a farm, operate an HVAC business or simply need coverage for your home and family, our team is here to help you find the right protection.
Work With an Award-Winning Team
Johnson Insurance is an independent agency based in Mocksville, North Carolina, serving clients nationwide. We specialize in self storage, agriculture, HVAC, commercial and personal insurance.
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Please join us in congratulating Jessica!
