Arnold Office

Joe Bob and Randi Atkins purchased Arnold Insurance Agency in Arnold, Nebraska, in 2000. Since then, the agency has grown to include two more Nebraska locations, one Colorado location, and covers insureds in the majority of Nebraska’s counties.

If you are new to our Arnold, Nebraska, office, we want to be on a first-name basis with you. Get to know the people who will help you with all of your insurance needs—from purchasing your policy to helping you with a claim. Read our bios below.

Joe Bob Atkins, CIC, CPIA, AAI, AIS

Owner of Arnold Insurance Agency

Works in Crop, Large Agriculture, and Commercial Accounts
Arnold Office

Licensed in Crop, Life Insurance & Annuities, Property & Casualty, Sickness Accident & Health, and Variable Contracts

Direct Line: 308.848.2301 • Email: joebob@arnoldins.com

Joe Bob started his insurance training in 1999 with Farm Bureau and lived in McCook, Nebraska, until December of 2000 when he and his wife Randi bought Arnold Insurance Agency. Joe Bob has striven to become one of the top agents. He has earned several designations: CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor), CPIA (Cerrtified Professional Insurance Agent), AAI (Accredited Adviser in Insurance), and AIS (Associate in Insurance Services). Joe Bob served on the Grange Mutual of Custer County Board of Directors, the Professional Insurance Agents of Nebraska Board of Directors, Legislative Committee Chairman, and Education Committee. In 2015 Joe Bob was nominated by agents in Nebraska and Iowa and elected by the insurance companies in Nebraska and Iowa as the AGENT OF THE YEAR.

Joe Bob has been proactive in the industry and has grown the business to other locations in Nebraska. He is on the cutting edge of technology that improves his agency efficiency as well as improves service to all his customers. Joe Bob is licensed in Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, Arizona, and Texas.

Joe Bob and his wife have been married since 1999 and have four children: Avery, Cooper, Macy, and Ryker. He enjoys spending time with his family.

Sara Buchholz, CISR

Works in Commercial Accounts
Arnold Office

Licensed in Property & Casualty and Title Insurance

Direct Line: 308.848.2303 • Email: sara@arnoldins.com

Sara has been licensed in property & casualty insurance since 2006 and holds a CISR designation. She has experience in writing policies for homes, autos, farms, and commercial accounts. Sara has one son, Jarret, and enjoys traveling, photography, and reading. Her favorite part of her job is helping a customer find the coverage that they need for the best price.

Rudy Vickers, CPIA

Works in Crop Insurance and Fire Departments
Arnold Office

Licensed in Property & Casualty, Crop, Life & Annuities, Sickness Accident & Health

Direct Line: 308.848.2304 • Email: rudy@arnoldins.com

Rudy obtained his insurance license and began working for Arnold Insurance Agency in October of 2011.

Rudy’s greatest hobby is following his three kids (Drew, Charli, and Hudson) with wife Trish around the state watching them play the sports they love while being in the presence of the great people in our community.

During the summer, Rudy likes to spend as much time as possible at the lake with family, whether it’s pulling them behind the boat or lounging around or playing games around the camper. Golfing, barbecues, and gatherings are also some other things he enjoys. During the winter, Rudy revels in the great outdoors—hunting pheasants, quail, and deer with his kids and friends.

Coaching and helping out with the kids in his community is a priority for Rudy, having coached little league baseball, basketball, football, and soccer for many years. Attending church and the fellowship within is also important to him.

Rudy also dedicates himself to his community by volunteering for the past 12 years as an EMT and firefighter for the Arnold Fire and Rescue. “It’s a tough job sometimes, but the great crew we have makes it easier to respond to those in need,” said Rudy.

When asked about his role at Arnold Insurance Agency, Rudy commented, “When I was younger,I came across a saying: Find a job you love and you will never work a day in your life. I found that in Arnold Insurance Agency. Being able to work for and with the people in our community and the surrounding area is something I love! I really enjoy working with all sorts of professionals weather it’s farmers, ranchers, contractors and drivers, fireman and EMTs or business owners. Being able to sit down and help people protect the things they have and love is the most rewarding thing I can imagine myself doing.”

Avery Marshall, CPIA

Works in Farm and Ranch and Small Commercial Accounts
Arnold Office

Direct Line: 308.848.2314 • Email: avery@arnoldins.com

Avery joined the Arnold Insurance Agency family in 2020. Having grown up watching her dad, Joe Bob, build this company, Avery knows the hard work, commitment, and relationships it takes to run a successful insurance business. She is excited to be part of the company she’s grown up with, and we’re excited to have her on board.

Avery and husband Teven reside in North Platte with their two dogs, Rylee and Charlie. Dogs have always been a part of the Atkins family, and Avery loves to dote on her very own “kids.”

Upon high school graduation, Avery attended college in Lincoln, but soon realized her roots were in central Nebraska. She returned home and attended Mid Plains Community College until her career path took another turn, and she now finds herself following in her dad’s footsteps and learning from the best. “Working with my dad is one of the biggest blessings life has brought me so far,” Avery stated.

Avery spends her free time remodeling her home and enjoying the outdoors by hunting, fishing, boating, and water sports. She can often be found hosting friends and family.