Meet Jerry and Judy Brackett

Jerry and Judy Brackett's journey is a testament to their adaptability. Both started their early years in Buford, Georgia… an area now known as one of the fastest-growing cities in the southeast. Jerry joined the Marine Corp for four years, started his ministry with Buford Church of God for a decade, then Free Chapel Worship Center for another decade.

Not to be slighted, Judy opened Aaron Graphics in the early 80’s. Once they got married, she sold that business so she could focus on Jerry and her growing family.

Together, they formed Brackett Insurance Consultants in 1989, a venture that has been a rollercoaster. Between running an insurance agency, still working in full-time ministry, raising four children, and now enjoying a truckload of grandvarmints (aka grandkids)... their ability to juggle these roles and not kill each other is truly inspiring.

After almost 60 years in Buford, GA, they boldly moved in 2021, transitioning to a true “tiny home” (400 sq ft) at Lake Burton. This drastic change, leaving all the stuff behind, surprisingly suited them. It was supposed to be a retirement home, but life is full of surprises. In 2023, they built a regular-sized home in Demorest to be closer to family and church. They both still miss living TINY.

Brackett Insurance has received many awards and recognitions from some of the nation's top insurance companies and could have quickly grown their business beyond Georgia. But they both agreed that being a true “Hometown Agency” means knowing the needs of your community. Jerry shared, “Our desire has never been to GROW our business… but to care for our customers. That is why we don’t even advertise. When you do right by folks, they recognize the effort and stick with you. Plus, God keeps blessing us in the process!”

Their offices have always been in their home, allowing a more “hands-on” parenting approach during that season of life. Judy mentioned, “I come from self-employed generations who worked from home or at least next door. From grocery stores to printing companies, we did business as a family. Funny, once Covid hit, working from home became the norm. I guess the world is just catching up with us.”

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Meet Darlene Skinner

Darlene Skinner has been part of the Brackett Insurance Consultants since 2012. Born in Indiana, she has enjoyed life in Flowery Branch GA for over 40 years. Hiring Darlene went completely against most business models to “never hire friends or family” because she has been a friend for much longer. Serving as our Customer Support Team Leader, we often hear back from folks how much they love her caring nature and sweet laughter even in their hardest moments. As a supportive wife to Jerry Skinner, mom of three, and grandmother to four, she still shows up and brings us her best!