The Story Behind Corkren Insurance in Alabama

Rooted in Bessemer & Beyond, we serve clients with integrity, family values, and independent guidance shaped by decades of experience.

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The Story Behind Corkren Insurance

Rooted in Alabama, we serve clients with integrity, family values, and independent guidance shaped by decades of experience.

How It All Began

Corkren Insurance was founded by Bill Corkren, a Desert Storm Field Artillery veteran who built his career on service, discipline, and genuine care for people. After years as a top producer at a national insurance firm, Bill realized clients deserved more options and more honest, human conversations about coverage. That insight led him to start an independent agency where personalized guidance and real choice come first. Built on the belief that service starts with people, not transactions, Corkren Insurance continues to grow as a trusted resource for families across Alabama.

Mission Highlight

Our mission is to provide straightforward, trustworthy insurance guidance rooted in service, family values, and the belief that clients deserve real choice and honest advice.

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The Values That Define Us

Integrity

We believe clients deserve honest explanations, real numbers, and transparent recommendations — no pressure, no confusion, no surprises.

Family First

As a family-run agency with all three of Bill’s children on the team, we treat every client as we treat each other: with care, respect, and commitment.

Community

From Bessemer to Birmingham, Hoover, and Tuscaloosa, we’re proud to support our neighbors, local events, and veteran-focused organizations.

Expertise

With 26+ years of industry experience and advanced rating technology, we help clients compare leading carriers with confidence and clarity.

Service

Whether you need a quote, a claim handled, or help understanding coverage, our team stands ready to assist — just one call away.

Meet the Team

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Bill Corkren

Owner/Agent
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Bradley Corkren

Agent
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Regina Barnes

Agent
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Kendall Corkren

CSR and Social Media Marketing Specialist

What Makes Us Different

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100% of Our Clients Are Nonprofits

This is our entire world. We don’t split time with restaurants or startups.

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$15M+ in Grant Funding Managed

We know what funders expect, how to track spending, and how to report it right.

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Technology-Forward

We use modern tools to keep you organized and reduce busywork.

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100% Client Retention

We believe that says more than anything we could write here.

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Proudly Serving Bessemer & Beyond

We serve clients across Bessemer, Birmingham, Hoover, McCalla, Homewood, Vestavia Hills, Pleasant Grove, and the Tuscaloosa region with trusted, local support. Our agency understands the needs of Alabama families — from first-time homebuyers to retirees, young drivers, contractors, and growing households.



We actively participate in community initiatives, veteran-focused groups, and local events that strengthen the neighborhoods we serve.


As a BBB Accredited business and a trusted partner to 35+ insurance carriers, we bring reliable coverage options, industry expertise, and long-term commitment to every client relationship.

Let’s Build Your Coverage With Confidence

Our team is proud to serve families and businesses across Bessemer & Beyond with honest guidance and reliable insurance solutions. Let’s talk about how we can help you protect what matters most.