GreatFlorida Insurance Names Jovanny Valdes of Pembroke Pines 2026 Rookie of the Year

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PALM CITY, Fla.:
GreatFlorida Insurance is proud to recognize Jovanny Valdes, agency owner of GreatFlorida Insurance of Pembroke Pines, as its 2026 Rookie of the Year, celebrating his outstanding performance, dedication, and success as a new member of the GreatFlorida franchise network.

The Rookie of the Year award recognizes an agency owner who has demonstrated exceptional growth, leadership, and commitment early in their GreatFlorida journey. Through a strong focus on building relationships, serving clients, and establishing a presence within his community, Jovanny has quickly made an impact within the GreatFlorida network and the Pembroke Pines community.

“Being named GreatFlorida’s Rookie of the Year is an incredible honor and a meaningful milestone for me and our entire team. This past year has been about building something special, earning the trust of our clients, and creating lasting relationships within our community. GreatFlorida has given us the platform and support to grow, and I’m extremely grateful for everyone who has been part of this journey.

We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished, but even more excited about what’s ahead as this is just the beginning of our journey,” said Jovanny.

Jovanny’s accomplishments at his Pembroke Pines agency reflect the entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to local communities that have been at the heart of GreatFlorida Insurance since its founding in 1991. With nearly 150 franchised locations throughout Florida, GreatFlorida provides independent agency owners with the resources, relationships, and support to build and grow their businesses while maintaining a strong local presence.

“Jovanny has made an impressive impact in a short amount of time,” said Dustyn Shroff, Vice President of GreatFlorida Insurance.
“Rookie of the Year is about more than early success; it recognizes someone who has embraced the opportunity, put in the work, and demonstrated what is possible within the GreatFlorida system. We are proud to have Jovanny as part of the GreatFlorida family and look forward to watching his continued growth.”

Jovanny was recognized during the 2026 GreatFlorida Summer Conference, where GreatFlorida agency owners, carrier and business partners, and members of the Home Office team came together to recognize outstanding achievements throughout the franchise network.

Media Contact

Dustyn Shroff
Vice President, GreatFlorida Insurance
(772) 588-7190
dustyn@greatflorida.com

About GreatFlorida Insurance

Founded in 1991,
GreatFlorida Insurance
is a Florida-based insurance franchisor supporting a network of more than 145 independent GreatFlorida Insurance agencies statewide. The company provides franchise owners with comprehensive training, carrier access, proprietary technology, marketing resources, and ongoing operational support.

For over three decades, GreatFlorida has been committed to empowering entrepreneurs to build scalable, community-focused insurance agencies while delivering trusted insurance solutions across Florida.