{"id":14048,"date":"2026-04-22T13:28:30","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T17:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/?p=14048"},"modified":"2026-04-22T13:28:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T17:28:30","slug":"greatflorida-insurance-expands-in-polk-county-with-new-auburndale-location","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/2026\/greatflorida-insurance-expands-in-polk-county-with-new-auburndale-location\/","title":{"rendered":"GreatFlorida Insurance Expands in Polk County with New Auburndale Location"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<\/p>\r\n

AUBURNDALE, FL \u2014 April 22, 2026<\/strong> \u2013
GreatFlorida Insurance<\/strong><\/a> is expanding its presence in Polk County with the opening of a new location in Auburndale<\/strong><\/a>, owned and operated by franchise owners Mike Ogburn<\/strong> and Brock Schnabel<\/strong>. The new office, located at 209 Palmetto St, Ste 3, marks the team’s second location following the continued success of their Winter Haven agency, which opened two years ago.<\/p>\r\n

With a combined 33 years of insurance experience, Mike Ogburn and Brock Schnabel bring extensive knowledge of the property and casualty insurance industry, along with a strong focus on personalized, community-based service. As a locally focused independent agency, they are dedicated to helping individuals and businesses make confident, informed insurance decisions.<\/p>\r\n

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“This new location allows us to be more accessible throughout Polk County while continuing to provide the hands-on service our clients expect,” said Ogburn.
“We are excited to plant new roots in Auburndale and continue serving the communities we call home.”<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n

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“I was born and raised in Polk County, and I am excited for the opportunity to expand and help more people in the area,” added Schnabel.
“This growth allows us to better serve our community and build lasting relationships.”<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n

With access to a wide range of top-rated carriers and extensive carrier and claims experience, the team provides tailored coverage options while helping clients clearly understand their protection and identify any potential gaps.<\/p>\r\n

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“We are proud to see Mike and Brock continue to grow and invest in their community,” said Ike Peerbhai, President of GreatFlorida Insurance.
“Their dedication to delivering exceptional service and building strong local relationships exemplifies what GreatFlorida Insurance stands for.”<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n

For more information or to request a quote, please contact the Auburndale office at (863) 808-0322 or visit auburndale.greatflorida.com<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

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Agency Contact<\/h3>\r\n

Mike Ogburn<\/strong>
GreatFlorida Insurance \u2013 Auburndale
209 Palmetto St, Ste 3, Auburndale, FL
(863) 808-0322
mike.ogburn@greatflorida.com<\/a>
auburndale.greatflorida.com<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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Media Contact<\/h3>\r\n

Dustyn Shroff<\/strong>
Vice President, GreatFlorida Insurance
(772) 588-7190
dustyn@greatflorida.com<\/a><\/p>\r\n

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About GreatFlorida Holding Corp.<\/h3>\r\n

Founded in 1991,
GreatFlorida Holding Corp.<\/strong><\/a>
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.<\/p>\r\n

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.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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