Hi, I’m Eric. I’ve called Nashville home since 2002, when my wife Wendy and I moved here from Iowa so she could pursue her music career. We’ve planted deep roots in East Nashville, which has been our home base ever since. Over the past two decades, I’ve been actively involved in the neighborhood—serving as president of both the Lockeland Springs Neighborhood Association and the Historic East Nashville Merchants Association, among other local groups and nonprofits.
I started Eric Jans Insurance in 2004 with a simple mission: help people find better, clearer solutions for their health and life insurance needs. I’ve built my business on low-pressure conversations, a straightforward approach, and a commitment to doing right by my clients. Whether it’s Medicare, ACA plans, group coverage, or retirement-focused strategies, I take pride in translating complicated topics into real-world clarity.
My work has always been community-driven. The trust I’ve earned has come from real conversations, consistent follow-through, and showing up for people—in East Nashville and across the multiple states I now serve. Over the years, I’ve also mentored, and continue to mentor, other independent agents who want to grow successful, service-based businesses of their own.
I’ve had the privilege of serving on Agent Advisory Panels for carriers like BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Humana, Bright Health, Oscar, and CIGNA—helping shape how these companies support agents and clients alike.
These days, I still personally answer the phone, do the research, and guide people through the insurance maze. Outside of work, Wendy and I homeschool our two amazing kids, walk the neighborhood daily, and keep our home full of books, laughter, and (of course) music.
Awards & Recognition
2011 East Nashvillian of the Year, Citizen Award
2010 Nashville Emerging Leader Awards, Financial Services Industry Recognition