Hello Ave Maria Neighbors.
I’m constantly impressed with how much our community, and the insurance landscape, has evolved over the past two decades. When I first moved to Southwest Florida nearly 20 years ago, Ave Maria was just beginning to take shape. Since then, both personally and professionally, I’ve had the privilege of growing alongside this community. I’ve built relationships, learned from great mentors, and helped families and businesses navigate an ever-changing insurance environment.
Many of you have come to know me through Strong Tower Risk Management, a firm built on a simple but powerful principle my father-in-law shared with me early in my career: “Answer the phone, and do what you say you’re going to do.” That commitment to service has been the foundation of everything we’ve done.
Today, I’m excited to share the next step in that journey.
Introducing Shepherd Insurance
Strong Tower Risk Management is now officially Shepherd Insurance, marking the full integration of our team into a nationally recognized firm that ranks among the Top 50 largest independent insurance agencies in the U.S.
So what does that mean for you?
- Broader Capabilities: Shepherd Insurance brings access to a wide range of insurance carriers, products, and specialty programs across the country.
- National Strength, Local Service: While we now have the strength and resources of a national firm, our day-to-day service remains right here in Southwest Florida.
- Deeper Expertise: With more than 45 offices nationwide, we are backed by specialized teams who focus on everything from complex commercial risks to community associations and employee benefits.
Our Agency was founded with a clear mission: to provide personalized guidance, education, and responsive service to our neighbors in Naples and Ave Maria. And that foundation continues today.
As someone who helped build Strong Tower and now serves as a Partner at Shepherd Insurance, I’m proud that our local team remains in place, serving the same community we’ve been a part of for decades.
How We Can Help
While our name has changed, the people, relationships, and commitment our clients have come to trust have not. What has changed is what we’re now able to offer you. If you’re unsure where to start with insurance, my team and I can guide you through:
- Personal Insurance: Home, auto, flood, and umbrella coverage
- Commercial Insurance: Protection for businesses of all sizes
- Community Associations: HOA and condominium insurance solutions
- Employee Benefits: Health plans and benefits strategies
- Life Insurance: Protection for your family and financial future
- Bonds & Specialty Coverage: Tailored solutions for unique needs
A Local Partner You Can Count On
At the end of the day, insurance is about more than policies – it’s about people, trust, and peace of mind.
I still live and work right alongside this community. I understand the unique challenges we face in Southwest Florida, from storm risk to market volatility. And I remain committed to the same principle that started this journey:
Do what you say you’re going to do.
Now, with Shepherd Insurance, I’m able to deliver on that promise at a higher level than ever before by bringing you all things insurance, all in one place.
If you’re not sure where to start, or if you just want a second look at your current coverage, I’d love to chat. Thank you for the trust you’ve placed in me over the years. I look forward to continuing to serve you… now as Shepherd Insurance.
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