JBA Insurance Solutions

The Greater Green Bay Chamber defines any business with less than 50 employees as a small business. Small businesses make up more than 80% of our membership base, and we are proud to offer them support and resources through programming, events and workspaces. This blog post is part of a monthly series highlighting the small businesses in our community. Learn more about JBA Insurance Solutions in this Q&A with Jody Anderson, Brian Spitzer and Abby Anderson - the "JBA" at the center of it all.

Tell us about JBA Insurance Solutions. What services do you offer? Who is your audience? 

"We are a local family-owned insurance agency; by being independent brokers we can offer more options, flexibility and a personalization to your coverage. We offer medical/medicare, life, dental, vision and indemnity insurance to all those over 18+, as well as group policies, short-term and disability."

When was JBA Insurance Solutions established? 

"JBA was established in May of 2022! Collectively, we have over 25 years in the insurance industry."  

Why did you decide to start JBA Insurance Solutions? 

"We decided to start up JBA to bring more solutions to everyone who feels stuck in an expensive work insurance, more freedom to aspiring business owners and those who want to retire early but are unsure if its possible without their current work insurance. Having all of us being specialist in different areas can make the transitions in life not so complicated by not having to switch agents/agencies as you journey into medicare."

How would you describe your journey as a business owner? 

"So far, it has been a great and rewarding path! The growth of JBA over the past few years is really inspiring us to keep doing what we are doing; to continuously be educated in an ever-changing industry to keep our service and knowledge top tier."

What has been the most rewarding moment for you as a business owner? 

"Truthfully, there is not only one! New friendships and connections/community. We know that even in the most trying of times like a diagnosis, being let go, losing a family member; we are able to help in finding a solution to fit their new reality."  

What has been the most challenging part of owning a business? 

"It is an emotional struggle to watch and walk with people through the toughest times and try to assist them in the ways we know how wishing we could do more."

Who has been the most influential person to you as a business owner? 

"Victoria Seehafer in Manitowoc."

What are you the most excited about as you look to the future of JBA Insurance Solutions? 

"It’s the exciting fact that as a local family business we have the honor and privilege to create something of our own. A legacy of something meaningful and blesses to have the opportunity to build a lasting company that reflects our family values."

How can people find your business (location address, website, social media, etc.)?

"We are located at 3600 Velp Ave., Suite 5, Green Bay, WI 54313, and walk-ins are always welcome! Our website is jbainsurancesolutions.com, and you can also find us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Tune in weekly to The Health Savings Radio Show to hear us talk about insurance topics you need to know!"