Protecting What Matters Most
We’re more than just an insurance agency we’re a family dedicated to guiding you with trusted advice, personalized solutions, and the peace of mind you deserve.
Our Mission
At Secure Solutions, we believe in protecting what matters most. Since 2011, our family-owned and operated agency has proudly served communities across Southeastern New Mexico and Corpus Christi, Texas. We go beyond policies delivering trusted guidance, personalized service, and long-term peace of mind.
Nikkee J. Clees – Owner of Secure Solutions
Protecting What Matters Most
Based in Southeastern New Mexico and Corpus Christi, Texas, Nikkee J. Clees is the owner of Secure Solutions, a family-owned and operated insurance agency proudly serving communities since 2011. With over five years of personal experience in the industry, Nikkee specializes in life insurance, health insurance, Medicare coverage, and retirement planning.
Compassionate and client-focused, she is dedicated to helping individuals and families find customized solutions that fit their unique needs. Nikkee also leads educational meetings on Medicare, health insurance, and annuities—empowering clients with the knowledge they need to make confident, informed decisions.
At Secure Solutions, it’s about more than policies—it’s about protecting what matters most with trusted guidance, personalized service, and long-term peace of mind.
Jim Johnson – Licensed Independent Broker
Protecting What Matters Most
Serving Corpus Christi and the surrounding areas, Jim Johnson is a licensed independent broker with decades of experience helping clients protect what matters most. In the insurance business since 1977, Jim proudly followed in his father’s footsteps—continuing a family legacy of trusted service and commitment to clients’ needs.
Jim specializes in Medicare planning and life insurance, offering expert guidance and personalized solutions to help individuals and families feel confident about their future. Knownfor his depth of knowledge and genuine care for the people he serves, Jim makes it his mission to simplify complex choices and deliver real peace of mind.
With a lifelong dedication to protecting others, Jim Johnson remains a trusted partner for anyone seeking dependable, knowledgeable, and compassionate insurance advice.
Sheri Johnson – Licensed Independent Broker
Protecting What Matters Most
Sheri Johnson is a licensed independent broker serving clients with a strong commitment to protecting what matters most. Specializing in health insurance for all, Sheri is dedicated to helping individuals and families find the right coverage to fit their unique needs.
Known for her attentive approach and genuine care, Sheri takes pride in providing exceptional customer service—making sure every client feels heard, supported, and confident in their choices. From answering questions to guiding people through the process step by step, she goes above and beyond to take care of every customer care need.
With Sheri Johnson, you can count on knowledgeable, personalized service and a partner who truly cares about your well-being and peace of mind.
Zach – Licensed Independent Broker
Protecting What Matters Most
Zachary Ikey is a senior partner at Vertical Alternatives, a family owned and operated business who specializes in helping people with retirement planning, estate planning, wealth management, business planning, tax mitigation, and other financial planning strategies.
Zach has expertise in advanced financial strategies utilizing annuities and life insurance products. Zach has played a key role in building this boutique financial firm by collaborating with estate attorneys, CPAs or tax planning specialists, and other professionals, who bring a valuable perspective to the conversation with his clients. Zach has greatly benefited from being part of a multi-generational entrepreneurial heritage. Growing up in a family like this gives him unique insight for the business owner and the challenges they face.
He enjoys helping all of his clients realize greater tax relief as well as more favorable growth on retirement or savings accounts. Zach has also worked in various areas of business development for Vertical Alternatives, such as the recruitment of agents, and the creation of a client/agent portal. When he is not busy working with clients, Zach enjoys spending time with his wife, sons, and other family and friends, as well as leading a church group in his home in Arlington, TX.
Garrett – Licensed Independent Broker
Protecting What Matters Most
Garrett Ikey is a senior partner at Vertical Alternatives, a family owned and operated business who specializes in helping people with retirement planning, estate planning, wealth management, business planning, tax mitigation, and other financial planning strategies.
Garrett has expertise in advanced financial strategies utilizing annuities and life insurance products. Garrett has played a key role in building this boutique financial firm by collaborating with estate attorneys, CPAs or tax planning specialists, and other professionals, who bring a valuable perspective to the conversation with his clients. Garrett has greatly benefited from being part of a multi-generational entrepreneurial heritage. Growing up in a family like this gives him unique insight for the business owner and the challenges they face.
He enjoys helping all of his clients realize greater tax relief as well as more favorable growth on retirement or savings accounts. When he is not busy working with clients, Garrett enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as serving at his local church in Mansfield, TX.
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