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.
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? A Pitbull, her name is Saori.
Favorite Quote and Why? "The dawn right before the sun rises is the darkest" from the song "Tomorrow" by BTS.
I like this quote because since my teenage years, this quote has helped me navigate difficult times. Through this song, I found the strength to keep moving forward. It has inspired me in different stages of my life and has been a source of comfort and refuge.
The last app you downloaded? Temu.
Favorite Sports Team? San Jacinto Futsal Woman team.
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? I like going to any cottage in old villages.
How long have you been in the industry? 9 years of experience as a customer service representative.
My favorite book? One of my favorite books is Infinite Possibilities by Mike Dooley. It’s uplifting, positive, and inspiring . It allows the reader to change their inner dialogue and cultivate a mindset of belief within themselves that “All things are possible.”
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? I would like to get a small dog that I can easily carry around. Either a Maltese or a long-haired chihuahua.
Favorite Quote and Why?
"To thine own self, be true." - William Shakespeare. I like this quote because it suggests one must have self introspection to be able to come to terms with themselves to accept what is the truth.
The last app you downloaded? I downloaded iMovie for my desktop to start a YouTube Channel. The channel will focus on money management, real estate financing, and investing. I want to teach people how to manage their money, be debt free, and start saving.
Favorite Sports Team? My favorite all-time team is The New York Yankees. Of course!
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Italy is a beautiful country with mountains, beaches, amazing architecture, and history. So far, it’s my favorite vacation spot. I’ve visited several times. So far, I prefer the region of Tuscany due to its mild climate and lush landscape. My next trip will be in the southern eastern region of Puglia, Italy. There I can take the ferry or a quick flight to Albania and Greece.
How long have you been in the industry? I’ve been in the insurance industry for about 12 years in various facets of business: life insurance, annuities, health/medicare, and P&C. Insurance is so vast with much to learn. It's still a journey.
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? 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.
Do you have a pet if so what kind and the names? Two beautiful dogs, Happy and Ove, and a crazy cat named Honey
Favorite Quote and Why? Those who are weak don´t fight, those who are stronger might fight for an hour, those who are stronger might still fight for many years, the strongest fight their whole life, they are the indispensable ones.- Bertolt Brecht
The last app you downloaded? GuitarTuna
Favorite Sports Team? Real Madrid
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Summertime has a special place in my heart. That's when hiking calls me.
How long have you been in the industry? Since 2023
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
Favorite Book?
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle Favorite Quote?
“There are no problems, only solutions”~John Lennon Favorite Movie Conspiracy Theory Last app you downloaded? NY Waterway Favorite sports team?
NY Giants & NY Knicks Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot?
Turks & Caicos How long have you been in the industry?
Three years
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? 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
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.
Favorite Quote & Why? "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams", because it emphasizes the importance of believing in our inspirations.
Last app you downloaded? HBO+
Favorite sports team? PSG
Favorite Vacation or Vacation Spot? Dominican Republic
How long have you been in the industry? I have been in the industry since 2025
