Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Insurance & Financial Solutions
Baker Welman Brown Insurance & Financial Services has been a trusted partner in protecting families, businesses, and futures since 1939. As an independent agency, we represent multiple insurance carriers to provide tailored solutions that meet individual needs, from personal and commercial insurance to employee benefits and investment services. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to delivering personalized service, leveraging decades of expertise to analyze risks and recommend customized coverage.We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships rooted in transparency, integrity, and unwavering support during times of need. With a focus on innovation and client education, we empower clients to make informed decisions about their protection and financial goals.
Services
Home Insurance
Auto Insurance
Business Owners Insurance
Group Health Insurance
Farm Insurance
Medicare Solutions
Life Insurance
Commercial Umbrella
Employee Benefits
Investment Services
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We have over 85 years of experience serving communities across five states.
- Our independent agency represents multiple carriers to find your best coverage.
- Certified professionals offer expert guidance on insurance and financial planning.
- We provide localized solutions tailored to regional risks and client needs.
- 24/7 support during claims processes to ensure timely resolution and support.
Associations and certifications
- Trusted Choice
What people say
Friendly like family
Helpful experts
Good service
Trustworthy advisors
Prompt support
Services
Home Insurance
Protect your home against fire, theft, and natural disasters with customizable policies. We offer replacement cost coverage, personal liability protection, and endorsements for valuable possessions. Our policies address unique risks like flood coverage and secondary home protection while ensuring compliance with changing building codes.
Farm Insurance
Comprehensive protection for farm operations including equipment breakdown, crop loss, and liability risks. We provide specialized coverage for foreign object ingestion, pollution incidents, and custom farming activities. Policies include peak season grain storage and care, custody, and control endorsements tailored to agricultural needs.
Business Owners Insurance
Bundle property and liability coverage in one policy with options for general liability, commercial umbrella, and business interruption. We design policies to address risks like cyber liability, employment practices claims, and environmental incidents while offering systems breakdown and crime coverage endorsements.
Group Health Insurance
Customizable health plans for businesses including medical, dental, and vision coverage. We help employers implement cost-effective solutions with voluntary benefits options while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and offering tax advantages for premium deductions.
Medicare Solutions
Expert guidance on Medicare Advantage, Part D, and supplemental plans. We help clients navigate enrollment periods, coverage gaps, and prescription drug benefits while offering hospital indemnity and final expense insurance options for comprehensive senior care planning.
People
Charlie Brown
President
With designations including CIC, LUTCF, and CMIP, Charlie Brown leads with over 30 years of experience in personal, farm, and commercial insurance. He specializes in life, health, Medicare, and employee benefits while overseeing securities operations.
Katie Penn
Insurance Broker
Certified VBS and CMIS professional Katie Penn focuses on employee benefits, life, health, and Medicare solutions. She provides tailored insurance strategies while maintaining fluency in client communication and policy management.
Tyler Daugherty
Agency Manager/Insurance Broker
CIC-certified Tyler Daugherty manages personal, farm, crop, and commercial insurance with expertise in risk assessment and policy structuring. He ensures comprehensive coverage solutions for agricultural and business clients.
Leah Jo Waynick
Insurance Broker
CISR-certified Leah Jo Waynick specializes in personal insurance products, delivering customized home and auto coverage solutions while maintaining a client-focused approach to risk management.
Judd Cannon
Insurance Broker
PLCS-certified Judd Cannon provides expertise in business, farm, and personal insurance. He focuses on commercial risk management and agricultural coverage while maintaining strong carrier relationships for client benefit.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide personal, business, and employee benefit insurance including home, auto, farm, life, health, Medicare, commercial policies, and investment services.
How do you help clients choose the right coverage?
Our agents analyze your unique risks and goals to recommend customized solutions from multiple carriers, ensuring optimal protection and value.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across Southeast Missouri, Northeast Arkansas, Western Tennessee, Mississippi, and Texas with localized expertise.
Are you an independent agency?
Yes, we partner with multiple carriers to provide unbiased recommendations focused solely on your best interests.
Do you offer 24/7 claims support?
While we don't have 24/7 hours, our team prioritizes prompt claims assistance during business hours and emergency situations.
