Pepper Pettit has over 40 years of Executive experience in the insurance industry.  He is a Senior Partner in Abacus, an insurance carrier specializing in employee benefits and re-insurance.  Abacus has been a market leader for over 38 years, and operates in 49 states.  Pepper has received many industry honors and is a frequent speaker nationally on health care reform, cost containment and financial strategies.  He joined the Yochum Financial Group in 2012 as Vice President.  Pepper is a member of The Dawson County Chamber of Commerce and The Dawson County Rotary Club.  He is married to Debbie, and has two children.  Pepper lives on Lake Lanier in Dawson County.