At YMI, growth has never been about getting bigger just to say we did. It’s about growing with purpose, expanding our reach, and continuing to show up for the communities we serve in a bigger and better way. That vision starts at the top with our President, Jimi Honochick, whose leadership continues to guide where we’re headed.
Effective April 1, 2026, YMI officially welcomed Robertson Insurance Group and Carl H. Myers Agency to our team, marking a major milestone in our continued growth. This wasn’t just a business decision—it was a strategic move rooted in shared values, long-standing relationships, and a commitment to strengthening the communities we serve.
Both agencies have built strong reputations over the years through trust, consistency, and personalized service. That foundation is something we deeply respect, and it’s exactly why this partnership made sense. Rather than replacing what already works, this transition is about building on it. Clients will continue to work with the same familiar faces they know and trust, now supported by the expanded resources and capabilities of YMI.
This kind of growth allows us to operate on a larger scale while still maintaining the personal approach that defines who we are. With a larger team, increased carrier access, and expanded internal support, we’re able to provide more comprehensive solutions across personal, commercial, and specialty insurance needs. At the same time, we remain committed to the day-to-day relationships that make a real difference in our clients’ lives.
Under Jimi’s leadership, every step of this process has been intentional. Growth for YMI has never been about moving fast—it’s about moving right. That means aligning with agencies that share our values, investing in people, and making decisions that support long-term success rather than short-term gain.
This expansion also reflects what’s happening across the Lehigh Valley as a whole. The region continues to experience strong growth across industries like real estate, construction, small business, and hospitality. As more people move into the area and more businesses continue to develop, the need for knowledgeable, local insurance guidance becomes even more important.
By expanding our footprint, we’re positioning ourselves to meet that demand head-on. We’re able to support more clients, offer more solutions, and stay ahead of the evolving needs of the market. Whether it’s helping a small business scale, protecting a growing family, or supporting a new development project, we’re here to be part of those moments.
But growth at YMI goes beyond numbers and expansion. It’s about presence.
It’s about being visible in the communities we serve, building relationships with local business owners, and continuing to show up at events, organizations, and conversations that matter. It’s about being a resource—not just when something goes wrong, but every step of the way.
Internally, this growth creates new opportunities for our team as well. Bringing together different experiences, perspectives, and areas of expertise allows us to learn from one another and continue raising the standard of what we offer. It strengthens our culture and reinforces the collaborative environment that makes YMI what it is.
For our clients, this next chapter means more support, more accessibility, and more confidence in knowing they have a strong, local team behind them.
For our team, it means growth, opportunity, and the ability to be part of something that’s continuing to evolve.
And for the Lehigh Valley, it means a local agency that is not only growing within the region, but investing in it.
This is more than an acquisition. It’s a long-term commitment to doing things the right way—building relationships, strengthening communities, and continuing to grow with purpose.
We’re proud of how far we’ve come, and even more excited about what’s ahead.
We’re growing, we’re expanding, and we’re just getting started.
