Robert Ferrara has over 35 years of experience in the industry. He enjoys staying fit at the gym, Starbucks coffee and a nice talk about politics. Robert always teaches his team to think outside of the box and come up with new ways to serve our clients.
Favorite Book?Money. Wealth. Life Insurance.: How the Wealthy Use Life Insurance as a Tax-Free Personal Bank to Supercharge Their Savings
Favorite Quote & Why? "You must be the change you want to see in the world.- Mahatma Ghandi. Such an inspirational piece of wisdom that encourages me to maintain a positive mindset every day, and give my all to everything I do.
Last app you downloaded? Paramount+.
Favorite sports team?Peruvian National Soccer Team!
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Ana Maria Island.
How long have you been in the industry? I have been in the industry since 2019.
Lola Ferrara has been in the industry since 2019. Lola likes to work out in her free time and hang out with her family! When the summer comes around she's always at the jersey shore, enjoying the weather.
Favorite Book? My favorite book is The Sun and Her flowers
Do you have a Pet if so what kind and the names? I have a boxer named Ella. Aka Smellie
Favorite Quote & Why? You Learn More From Failure Than From Success. Don’t Let It Stop You. Failure Builds Character. – Unknown
This one of my favorites quotes because it inspires me to never give up no matter how many times I mess up, practice makes perfect. Don't give up on yourself.
Last app you downloaded? Tone and Sculpt - it's a workout app that helps you do workouts the right way.
Favorite sports team? The golden state warriors and the Yankees
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? California
How long have you been in the industry (years you were licensed) As of January 8th of 2020 I been selling insurance for 2 years now!! It's been a fun journey and it's crazy to see how much I've changed.
Favorite Book? I enjoy reading ALL the books written by the author Dot Hutchinson. She is a young American author who writes exciting fictional adult thrillers. I just finished her book "The Butterfly Garden '' and I've just started reading "The Summer Children ''. If you like books filled with mystery, you will love this author.
Pets: I have a pug named Mary Jane and a shih tzu named Bella.
Favorite Quote & Why? "Life is like a box of chocolates you never know what you're going to get" from Forrest Gump. I like this quote because life is full of surprises. Some are good and some are not so good. This may be why I am in the insurance business to help you prepare for the not-so-good!
Last app you downloaded?Presto, so I could pay the fares and navigate the subway and public transit system on my recent trip to Toronto.
Favorite sports team? Montreal Canadiens (Hockey) Toronto Blue Jays (Baseball) Carolina Panthers (Football)
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot?Jamaica! I went to Jamaica for the first time in March of 2024 and I cannot wait to visit again.
How long have you been in the industry? I have been an insurance agent since 2019
I enjoy spending time with my family and I am a certified scuba diver. I consider the ocean my home away from home.
Favorite books: The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein and any James Patterson books
Do you have pets?: My cat is named Jinx and Arlo is the pup and quite the character.
I have two quotes:
If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way--MLK Jr.
Don't let the turkeys get you down. You are an eagle meant to fly--J. Duchemin
Last app I downloaded: is the Upside App
Sports teams: I have so many so I will name my top few: The Ohio State Buckeyes, the Cincinnati Bengals, UK Wildcat basketball and the Nashville Predators.
Favorite Vacation spot: Isla Mujeres Mexico
I started in the industry in 1985 working in companies. In 2002 I was licensed and found my passion working in agencies.
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? - No
Favorite Quote & Why? "Work is worship!" There are many reasons but I often think I get my bread and butter from my work & So I should always worship it.
Last app you downloaded? HDFC Bank Digital Rupee
Favorite sports team? Indian Cricket
Team Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? My favorite Vacation I had was at Dudhsagar Waterfalls & a day in Goa doing watersport.
Favorite Vacation spot - Shimla
How long have you been in the industry? It should be around 8 years.
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? I used to his name was Rex, loved him so much that I got him tattooed (:
Favorite Quote and Why? Treat others the way you want to be treated, Because I truly believe this can make a difference in the way we interact with people, if you show kindness One way or another you will always get kindness back.
The last app you downloaded? Instagram Treads
Favorite Sports Team? FC Barcelona
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Mykonos-Greece
How long have you been in the industry? Around 6 Months
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? Yes, I have 3 pets: 2 dogs (Luna and Estrella) and 1 parrot (Pepe).
Favorite Quote and Why? I will say Philippians 4:13 ''I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" and is one of my favorites because it is about faith and encouragement through hard times.
The last app you downloaded? Netflix.
Favorite Sports Team? Is a local one from my country called FAS.
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Favorite vacation or spot is everything related to the beach.
How long have you been in the industry? I have been in the industry since 2023.
Scarlett Ferrara has been in the industry since 2011. Scarlett Ferrara has over 5 years of experience in the industry. She enjoys staying fit, playing with her dog, Ella and spending time at the Jersey Shore. Scarlett’s most notable skill is her ability to keep cool while handling the expectations of all her clients.
Favorite Book? Deep Work
Do you have a Pet if so what kind and the names? Does a sister count as a pet? LOL sorry Lola
Favorite Quote & Why? "You'll never have this day again, So make it count!" Everyday you can wake up and start fresh. Why not make the best of it?! Try something new! Make someone smile! Life is short!
Last app you downloaded? Asbury Park parking!
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Hawaii
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2012
I joined the insurance industry in 2020. My ultimate goal is to help others and make sure that I put my best foot forward. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and always seeking new adventures.
Favorite Book: The perks of being a Wallflower
Do you have a Pet if so what kind and the names? My one and only child Mylo and he is a Maltipoo.
Favorite Quote & Why? “ I believe everything happens for a reason. People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they’re right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together. “ This quote always reminds me to believe that we all have a plan in this world and I have to trust that everything I want to succeed will fall into place.
Last app you downloaded? CVS Pharmacy
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Dominican Republic
I've been in customers service industry for over 17 years. I love been spending time with my family. Love listening to music at all times, especially Heavy metal when my wife is not around 🙂
Favorite Book? A Time to Kill by John Grisham
Do you have a Pet if so what kind and the names? No, If I did it will be a Golden Retriever
Favorite Quote & Why? “A bad attitude is like a flat tire. You can't go anywhere until you change it.”.
Last app you downloaded? New to Spotify
Favorite sports team? Football: Las Vegas Raiders / Basketball: Golden State Warriors / Baseball: Oakland A's / Soccer: San Jose Earthquakes
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Anywhere as long I'm with family
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2006
Jake Ferrara has been in the industry since 2005. He enjoys staying fit, having a good time with his friends and spending time at the Jersey Shore. Jake takes pride in helping new and existing businesses solve the most complex insurance situations with ease.
Favorite Book?7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Favorite Quote & Why?"God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the Wisdom to know the difference."
Last app you downloaded? MileiQ
Favorite sports team? New York Knicks (when they are good!)
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Santorini, Greece
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2005
Favorite book? Only one? I have few: U N Today and Tomorrow by Eleanor Roosevelt, The Dalai Lama’s Cat by David Michael, The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Absorbent mind by Maria Montessori
Do you have a pet? if so , what kind and names? Maya (black lab)
Favorite Quote and Why? The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens.
Last app you downloaded? MLB Ballpark
Favorite Sports Team? I don’t have one but I love soccer
Favorite vacation or vacation spot? Thailand and Varadero Cuba
Favorite Book? How to Win Friends & Influence people
Do you have a Pet if so what kind and the names? Yes, German Shepherd: Bowser
Favorite Quote & Why? "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." If you don't have self discipline in your craft (whatever you do) you cannot expect to excel.
Last app you downloaded? Breathe: Meditation & Sleep
Favorite sports team? The winning team? lol
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Japan (for the Street food)
Favorite Book? My favorite book is 101 Essays that will change the way you think - Brianna Wiest
Do you have a Pet, if so, what kind and the names? I have six dogs, two huskies, two chihuahuas, and two poodle mixes. Their names are: Oso, Tracy, Perla, Taco, Bibi and Rocko.
Favorite Quote and why? “Live a life that would make you jealous”
I love this quote because it inspires me to let go and embrace life as the beautiful gift it is.
The last app you downloaded? Spider Solitaire
Favorite sports team? FC Barcelona
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Anywhere with a beach.
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2019
Ricky likes to spend time with his son, read a very good book and loves Coca-Cola. He's been in the industry for over 3 years now.
Favorite book? The Truce: The Diary of Martín Santomé by Mario Benedetti
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? A have a Dog named Polca, and a Cat named ''Grillo'' which means grasshopper in Spanish.
Favorite Quote and Why? “Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” I like it because it motives you to keep pushing you out of your comfort zone.
The last app you downloaded? Shiba Inu
Favorite Sports Team? Lakers
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? The Beach
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2012
Carlo Ferrara has been in the industry since 2007 He enjoys working on his iMac, staying up to date on the latest technology, and spending time with his family. Carlo focuses on servicing and educating small businesses of their insurance needs.
Favorite Book? Deep Work
Do you have a Pet if so what kind and the names? 2 tigers (really cats) Buster and Miele
Favorite Quote & Why? If it were easy then everyone would be doing it
Last app you downloaded? Nanit
Favorite sports team? NY Knicks
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? California for the weather!
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2007
I've been in the customer service industry for over 17 years. I love spending time with my family. Love listening to music at all times, especially Heavy metal when my wife is not around 🙂
Favorite Book? A Time to Kill by John Grisham
Do you have a Pet if so what kind and the names? No, If I did it will be a Golden Retriever
Favorite Quote & Why? “A bad attitude is like a flat tire. You can't go anywhere until you change it.”.
Last app you downloaded? New to Spotify
Favorite sports team? Football: Las Vegas Raiders / Basketball: Golden State Warriors / Baseball: Oakland A's / Soccer: San Jose Earthquakes
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Anywhere as long I'm with family
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2006
Favorite book? The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown. It's a thrilling mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? I have two dogs named Light and Covi. They're the bestest boys in the world.
Favorite Quote & Why?"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."- Hinata Shoyo from the anime Haikyuu! I love this quote because it reminds me that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. Hinata is a short and underdog volleyball player, but he never gives up on his dream of becoming a professional. He inspires me to never give up on my dreams, no matter how big or small they may seem.
Last app you downloaded? Instagram.
Favorite sports team? I love volleyball so, it's got to be DLSU Lady Spikers and Ryujin Nippon. Both teams are so talented and exciting to watch.
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Minalungao National Park, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. It's a beautiful place with stunning views of the mountains and the lake. It's the perfect place to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
How long have you been in the industry? I started my career as an intern/associate in a P&C insurance company in the Philippines in 2017. I quickly fell in love with the industry and the rest is history!
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? I have 3 dogs (Bullmastiff Labradors) - All girls! The Oldest is Bangbang and her daughter is named Maxine. Our newly homed baby is named Treasure.
Favorite Quote & Why? "Worry less, Live more." - I love reminding myself of this quote because life is short and I'd rather spend it living and building memories and experiences than worrying about things that are beyond my control.
Last app you downloaded? Line
Favorite sports team? None, not really into Sports.
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Any place that's cold! I can't stand the heat:(
How long have you been in the industry? 2022. A newbie in this industry and very much excited to explore and learn new things through this journey!
Favorite book? All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven My Heart and Other Black Holes by Jasmine Warga
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? I have two cats, Dream and Lily and two shih tzus, Cookie and Garu.
Favorite Quote & Why? "The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you really are." - Carl Jung This is one of my favorite quotes from one of my favorite Psychologists. It states how we should live a life being true to ourselves instead of pretending to be someone that you are not.
Last app you downloaded? Goodreads
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? The beach
How long have you been in the industry? I have been in the insurance industry since 2022.
