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Brightway Insurance is a technology-enabled insurance franchise network founded in 2003 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. The company began franchising in 2008 and has grown to 350+ agency locations with more than $1.7 billion in annual written premium and 600,000+ policies in force.
Brightway was founded on a simple but powerful vision of people helping people.
From day one, our co-founders built a culture centered on creating mutually beneficial outcomes for agents, clients, and carriers.
As we continue to grow and adapt to a changing world, our core belief remains the same—we all achieve success when we help others reach their full potential.
Brothers David and Michael Miller launched Brightway Insurance to empower independent agents and create opportunities for entrepreneurs while delivering unmatched value to consumers.
The Founders Award recognizes Agents and Producers who exemplify our core philosophy—prioritizing the success of others and strengthening the entire Brightway ecosystem.
Honorees demonstrate:
• Exceptional leadership
• Selflessness
• A commitment to creating long-term value for clients, agents, and carriers
At Brightway, we celebrate those who uplift others—because when one of us succeeds, we all do.
Miller brothers establish Brightway Insurance in Jacksonville, Florida
100,000th policy is sold
100th franchise location opens
Brightway named the #1 insurance franchise by Entrepreneur magazine
Brightway named the #1 Franchise to Buy in America by Forbes Magazine
Annualized written premium reaches $500 million
Brightway named the #1 Franchise in Entrepreneur magazine for the 2nd time
200th franchise location opens
Brightway named #1 insurance franchise by Franchise Times
Brightway Insurance Ranks Third on Yahoo! List of Top 20 Affordable Franchises with High Profits
Reached $1.3B in premium, launched new tech called Fusion built with Brightway owners and opened regional hub office in Charlotte, NC
Acquired GlobalGreen Insurance Agency, expanding into new U.S. markets
Annualized Written Premium
Policies Sold
Offices Across the Country
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Client Experience Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Product & Technology Officer
Head of Carrier Relations
Chief Revenue Officer
Chief Human Resources Officer
General Counsel
Maegan Lunte
Brightway, The Lunte Family Agency Wylie, TX
"Being a Brightway Agency Owner allows me to fulfill all my career ambitions without limitations. In return, the success I have provides directly for my family and community. It is incredible to bring 15 years of industry experience to making sure my community is adequately protected. For me, it is not just about making a lifestyle for my family, but for bettering my community. I finally feel a sense of purpose with my career."
Ben Rodriguez
Brightway, The Ben Rodriguez Agency New Orleans, LA and Brightway, The Johnson-Rodriguez Agency Baton Rouge, LA
"Louisiana was a brand-new state for Brightway and when I opened my doors, I had access to more than a dozen insurance companies. Where I came from, I had access to exactly one company. Combining my expertise with a wide variety of insurance markets makes my offering invaluable to my customers."
Joseph Janicki
Brightway, The Janicki Agency
“I’m so grateful to be a part of an organization that cares so deeply about our success and proactively works with us to find ways to better serve our clients.”
Mike Hatmaker
Brightway, Largo South Largo, FL
"There is nothing I could have done for the last nine years that would have provided for my family and myself as well as having been part of Brightway."
Bobby Raymond
Brightway, Fort Caroline Jacksonville, FL
"For me, the Brightway business model has two very important keys: access to a wide range of carriers that allow us to meet our clients’ needs, and a service center that lets agencies focus on continually growing new business."
Sam Kassar
Brightway, The Kassar Agency Naples, FL and Brightway, Bonita Springs Bonita Springs, FL
"The number of carriers that Brightway works with was simply much better than what was offered by other companies. As a former captive agent for a national carrier, I know how important is to have choices when it comes to finding the right coverage for my customers."
Quincy Vinson
Brightway, The Vinson Family Agency Stone Mountain, GA
"Having the ability to offer my customers various options for insurance coverage and at the same time provide competitive pricing along with excellent customer service—that’s why we say Brightway is a Win, Win, Win opportunity for everyone!"
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