Our Company

Insuring futures since 1956.

Over the past six decades, Johnson Kendall Johnson has grown into a trusted, independent, and employee-owned brokerage and risk management firm with a globally recognized reputation.

Who We Are

Headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, JKJ provides integrated insurance, employee benefits, retirement, and financial planning services to clients across a wide range of industries.

From sponsoring the first 401(k) plan to helping organizations navigate emerging risks today, our legacy is built on innovation, partnership, and long-term thinking.

We work closely with clients to deliver holistic strategies that support their goals—not just their policies.

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Employee Ownership

We own
our work.

As proud employee-owners, every person at JKJ has a direct stake in your success.

That mindset shows up in how we approach every relationship—with commitment, accountability, and the drive to deliver exceptional results.

JKJ Careers

Built to Last

Evergreen for the benefit of everyone.

JKJ is proud to be a Certified Evergreen® company—a distinction awarded through a rigorous assessment process that recognizes our commitment to enduring excellence, continuous improvement, and long-term independence.

As part of a select group of companies that adhere to the Evergreen 7Ps® principles, we’re structured to remain privately held, financially self-sustaining, and people-first. This means we answer only to our clients and ourselves—not to outside investors or short-term pressures.

It’s how we stay focused on what matters most: doing what’s right—for the long haul.

Our Vision

To secure and enhance the future of our clients.

Our Mission

To deliver exceptional insurance, risk management, employee benefits, and financial services, understanding our clients’ unique needs, fostering long-term relationships, and setting industry standards through passion, leadership, and integrity.

Our Core Values

Our core values are the foundation of JKJ’s culture and long-term success. They guide how we work, how we lead, and how we show up for our clients and each other.

Client-First

Dedicated to understanding and meeting the unique needs of each client, ensuring they receive personalized and effective solutions.

Unwavering Commitment

Committed to achieving excellence in all we do, demonstrating steadfast dedication to our clients, associates, and community while retaining employee ownership.

Continuous Development

Fostering a culture of growth and learning, we encourage continuous personal and professional development among all team members.

Uncompromising Professionalism

Upholding the highest standards of integrity and expertise in every interaction to ensure that our clients, carrier partners, and colleagues receive the utmost respect and service.

Mission-Driven Leadership

Guided by a clear mission to empower and protect, we lead with purpose, striving to set new standards in the insurance industry and beyond.

Our History

1956

Edwin Johnson, David Johnson, and Ted S. Kendall form a partnership in Newtown, PA to offer Life and Property & Casualty insurance. This partnership would soon evolve into the incorporation of Johnson, Kendall & Johnson, Inc.

1965

Johnson Benna Inc. incorporates to focus on Life Insurance and Employee Benefits. Together, Johnson Benna and JKJ form The Johnson Companies.

1969

Under the direction of Richard Willis, JKJ partners with its first Senior Living client, launching what has become a nationally recognized specialty in the Senior Living industry.

1981

Under Ted Benna’s leadership, The Johnson Companies, sponsor the first 401(k) plan in the USA—a landmark in retirement planning still in place for JKJ employees today.

1990

Johnson Benna Inc. and Johnson Administrators merge with Noble Lowndes USA. JKJ separates from the merger and becomes a standalone entity owned by its management team.

1991

JKJ forms its first Agency-Owned Captive.

1994

Bruce R. White and John Wright restructure JKJ’s business model to integrate risk management consulting. They add the company’s first dedicated Safety Management Consultant and establish a dedicated Claims Management Department.

1996

JKJ becomes a founding partner of RiskProNet International.

JKJ forms JKJ Benefits to provide employers with value-added consulting and advisory services to optimize their employee benefits programs.

2000

JKJ launches the College Mentoring Program to hire, grow and promote future leaders at JKJ.

2010

JKJ University began as an annual educational event for Senior Living clients and now supports internal and external educational programs across all industries.

JKJ launches Health Matters, its wellness program designed to help employers foster healthier workplaces and manage healthcare costs through tailored well-being strategies.

2011

JKJ Financial Services grows out of the merger between JKJ and the Lee / Malarkey financial services practice, continuing a legacy of service to clients since 1934.

JKJ creates JKJ Retirement Services, re-establishing JKJ as a leader in the Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan space.

2013

JKJ partners with the Philadelphia Eagles.

2016

As a Member / Owner of M Financial Group, JKJ Financial Services helps launch the industry’s first multi-carrier “eUnderwriting” platform, enabling life insurance policies to be issued in days—or even minutes—without traditional exams or underwriting requirements.

2017

JKJ introduces “Passion with a Purpose,” a community service initiative offering employees paid time off to support our community, our clients’ communities, and causes they’re passionate about.

2018

JKJ joins TechAssure, a leading global network of independent insurance and risk management experts specializing in technology-related risks and innovation-driven industries.

JKJ partners with the Philadelphia Union.

2019

JKJ acquires Amusement Entertainment Risk Insurance Associates (A.E.R.I.A.), which specializes in coverage for the amusement and entertainment industry.

2022

Sigel Insurance merges with JKJ.

JKJ joins closely held and member governed international, independent broker network WING. Reinforcing JKJ’s commitment to supporting independent brokers globally.

JKJ and the Philadelphia Eagles announce partnership extension.