(MENAFN- GetNews) Ponte Vedra Beach, FL - October 8, 2025 - Brightway Insurance Ponte Vedra Beach has been named Insurance Journal's 2025 Best Agency to Work For – Southeast, Gold Award Winner. The honor recognizes independent insurance agencies across the U.S. that excel in workplace culture, employee satisfaction, and client care-based entirely on anonymous employee feedback.

Led by Agency Owners Billy Wagner and Chris Huebener, the 17-person Ponte Vedra Beach team credits their success to a culture centered on listening, belonging, and growth. The agency emphasizes clear expectations, consistent recognition, and pathways for advancement so every team member can reach their full potential.

“Our office feels more like a family than a workplace,” said Huebener.“We truly believe that when our people feel supported and heard, great things happen-for our clients, our community, and each other.”

The award comes after the agency achieved its goal of 3,000 positive impacts in 2024-acts of service across clients, coworkers, and the local community. To celebrate, the team will embark on an all-expenses-paid company cruise this November, joined by their spouses and partners.

Employee engagement is reinforced through a rigorous 21-step hiring process, four-month onboarding program, and creative initiatives like the“Executive of Belonging,” a team member dedicated to planning surprise morale events and recognition moments.

“Brightway Ponte Vedra Beach continues to prove that when you invest in your people, you build a team that invests right back,” said Huebener.“This award validates what we've always known-our people are our greatest advantage.”

About Brightway Insurance – Ponte Vedra Beach

Brightway Insurance – Ponte Vedra Beach is part of the Brightway Insurance network, one of the largest personal lines agencies in the U.S. Founded in 2006, the agency serves clients across multiple states, offering customized insurance solutions backed by top-tier service and technology.

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