Chris Perkins, a former U.S. Navy specialist who spent time aboard the USS Guardian and the USS Warrior, has transitioned into the insurance industry.

Perkins—a Houstonian who earned his bachelor's degree from The University of Houston's Clear Lake campus in 2000—opened a branch of Brightway, StarTex Agency Insurance on Jan. 23.

“After more than a couple of decades working with Fortune 500 companies, I really feel like it is time to do what I’m best at here in my hometown,” Perkins said in a press release.


The branch is located at 3334 Richmond Ave., Ste. 123, Houston. Brightway, The StarTex Agency offers insurance for home, flood auto, boat, condominium, renters, RV, motorcycle and life, among other options.

Brightway—established in 2008—has more than 300 franchises in 34 states and over $900 million in annual premiums.

713-234-0080. www.brightwaystartex.com