Bachelor of Business Administration-University of Alabama
Civic Services
South Shelby Chamber of Commerce
Kiwansis Club
Industry Services
Business Network International
Awards
Honor Ring-7 years
Allstate Leader's Forum-3 years
Circle of Champions-4 years
National Conference Award-2 years
Community Involvement
Kiwanis Club
10+ Years of Service
Meet the Team
Jim Anthony from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Jim Anthony
Agency Owner
I've been in the insurance industry for nearly 20 years and love helping customers with their insurance needs. I graduated from the University of Alabama and currently live in Birmingham. I'm very active in the Hoover community and am a large supporter of Hoover football. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, golfing, and playing with my dog, Pittsburgh.
Leah Grice from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Leah Grice
Licensed Sales Professional
Leah has been with the James Anthony Agency since 2014 and has 16 years of industry experience. In 2011, Leah's church was destroyed by storms, and she experienced what it is like for someone to be underinsured. That knowledge is what drives her to help others. She is an affiliate of the Birmingham Association of Realtors and the Young Professionals Network. A Nebraska native and a Cornhusker at heart, Leah loves southern food and staying physically active. She and her husband live in Pelham.
Amy Ridgeway from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Amy Ridgeway
Customer Care Professional
Amy has been in the insurance industry working with the James Anthony Agency since March 2015. She was a teacher prior to that. Her favorite thing about insurance is helping people better understand their coverage so they can learn to protect the things most important to them. Amy has been married since 1995 and has two children. Outside the office, she is a member of Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church. Amy enjoys spending time with her family, reading, traveling and walking with her dog.
Michael McGill from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Michael McGill
Customer Care Professional
Michael has been with the James Anthony Agency since 2016. As a trusted Allstate advisor, he enjoys the opportunity to explain the inner workings of insurance to customers. Michael is a great problem solver and loves helping to guide customers through the insurance process, especially when obstacles arise. Outside of work, he is a big sports fan, following all things Alabama and the Dallas Cowboys. Michael also enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Elizabeth Wilding from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Elizabeth Wilding
Customer Care Professional
Elizabeth brings over 10 years of experience in the insurance industry to the James Anthony Agency. She especially enjoys working with customers and the unique opportunity it provides to get to know them better. Elizabeth is married to her husband, Tim, and has one daughter, Peyton. She is a member of Valleydale Church and has been a Girl Scout troop leader since 2013. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming, photography, embroidery and monogramming.
Becky Wienke from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Becky Wienke
Customer Care Professional
Becky Wienke is a Customer Care Professional in Chelsea. She was licensed in 2013 and has been with the James Anthony Agency since then. She has been married to her husband, Leo, since 1990, and they have two lovely daughters, Rachel and Elissa, a dog, Ocoee, and a cat, Mayhem. She enjoys reading, spending time with her family and vacationing in the mountains, at the beach or going on a cruise.
Melissa Wassom from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Melissa Wassom
Customer Care Professional
Melissa has been in the insurance industry since 2015 and is excited to be a team member of the James Anthony Agency. As our claims specialist, she loves helping customers in their time of need and being someone they can count on. Melissa is an Iowa Hawkeyes and Denver Broncos fan. She is a mom of one and likes to go hiking and kayaking in her free time.
Jillian Pernell from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Jillian Pernell
Customer Care Professional
Jillian has been working in the insurance industry since 2013. She appreciates the opportunity it provides to meet a lot a people from all walks of life. She enjoys helping customers find the coverages to fit their specific needs. Jillian is a member of the Board of Directors of Family Counseling Services and serves as a leader for the Greeters and Kids Ministry at church. In her free time, she loves to jog, read and work out. She has been married since 1997 and is a mom to four children.
Laura McCroskey from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Laura McCroskey
Licensed Sales Professional
Laura is a great asset to the James Anthony Agency, having worked in insurance since 2002. Her favorite thing about working in the insurance industry is being a trusted Allstate advisor. She takes pride in being able to offer customers peace of mind, knowing that she can help them learn to protect their prized possessions. Outside of work, Laura enjoys traveling, swimming and trying new foods. She loves her three cats. Laura has been with her significant other, David, since 2012 and is a mom of two sons.
Jared Mullins from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Jared Mullins
Licensed Sales Professional
Jared has six years of insurance experience, and has been with the James Anthony Agency since 2013. Jared understands the importance of educating customers so they have a better understanding of their coverages to instill the confidence that they are well taken care of. Outside of the office, Jared enjoys jogging, automotive repair, hunting and fishing. He is team-focused and a valued member of the James Anthony Agency.
Amy Meggs from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Amy Meggs
Customer Care Professional
Amy has been in the insurance industry since 1999. She loves the opportunity to meet new people. Helping customers define coverage options and customize individual insurance needs is Amy's passion. Outside the office, she enjoys visiting with family and friends in her small hometown of Moundville. She is married and has one daughter.
Kyle Hudlow from the James Anthony Allstate Insurance Staff
Kyle Hudlow
Chief Operating Officer
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