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Who in Insurance 2019, a compilation of the men and women who run insurance agencies in Western New York. Participation was voluntary.

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JULIUS AEBLYPresident, Aebly & Associates Insurance Services Inc. RContact: 3638 Seneca St., West Seneca, NY 14224 • aeblyandassociates.com R Joined company in: 1997 RBorn in: Queens RLives in: Springville RCollege: B.S., SUNY Brockport RSpouse: Beth RChildren: Julius, Jillian

CHARLES ALLESIPartner, Lawley Benefits Group RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2001 RBorn in: Fredonia RLives in: Hamburg RCollege: B.S., Allegheny College RSpouse: Melanie RChildren: Noel, Alex, Charlie RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center, Aspire of WNY

DAVE ANDERSONPresident/CEO, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York RContact: 257 W. Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14202 • bcbswny.com R Joined company in: 2013 RBorn in: Fort Wayne, Ind. RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.S., finance, Indiana University RSpouse: Cindy RChildren: Jennifer, Megan, Erik, Chris, Leigh RGrandchildren: Sean RFavorite nonprofits: The Buffalo Sabres Foundation, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York

EDWARD ARNOLDPresident, Trade Credit Insurance Agency LLC RContact: 5373 Transit Road, Williamsville, NY 14221 • tciallc.com R Joined company in: 2011 RBorn in: Town of Tonawanda RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.A., international studies, University at Buffalo; M.A., international business, D’Youville College; Ph.D., University at Buffalo RSpouse: Grazyna RChildren: John and Ashley RFavorite nonprofits: St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute, Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart

MICHAEL AURICCHIOPresident, Auricchio Insurance Agency RContact: 3800 Seneca St., West Seneca, NY 14224 • auricchioinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1984 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.S., marketing, Canisius College RChildren: Caroline, Liam RFavorite nonprofits: JDRF, Canisius High School, United Way

JEFFREY BAKERPartner, Seaway Insurance Associates RContact: 8645 Rochester Road, Gasport, NY 14067 • seawayinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1984 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Town of Lockport RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Diane RChildren: Kevin, Brian, Timothy, Michael RGrandchildren: Tyler, Jadon, Olivia, Liliana, Tierney, Chance RFavorite nonprofits: Youth Mentoring Services of Niagara County, Make-A-Wish Foundation, United Way

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HEATHER CALDERONEOwner, Calderone Insurance RContact: 31 W. Main St., Lockport, NY 14094 R Joined company in: 2015 RBorn in: Lockport RLives in: Cambria RCollege: B.A., legal professions and studies, University at Buffalo RChildren: Jason, Joseph RFavorite nonprofits: Lockport Little Loop, A Hand Up, United Way

GARY CARDINALEPresident, World Wide Bonding Agency RContact: 2846 William St., Buffalo, NY 14227 • wwbagency.com R Joined company in: 1994 RBorn in: Lackawanna RLives in: Orchard Park RCollege: B.S., Medaille College RSpouse: Raelynn RChildren: Shauna, Joey RGrandchildren: Angelo, Evelyn RFavorite nonprofits: Food Bank of WNY, Global Lyme Alliance, Baker Victory Services

KATHLEEN CASSETTAPresident, Cassetta Agency Inc. RContact: 3000 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, NY 14217 • cassettainsurance.com R Joined company in: 1980 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: East Amherst RCollege: Canisius RSpouse: David RChildren: David, Kelly, Jamie RGrandchildren: Marra, Amelia, Tyler RFavorite nonprofits: Opportunities Unlimited, Father Belle Center

MICHAEL CONROYHead of Benefits Group, M&T Insurance Agency Inc. RContact: 285 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • mtb.com R Joined company in: 2014 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Clarence Center RCollege: B.S., SUNY Fredonia; MBA, Canisius College RSpouse: JoAnn RChildren: Vincent RFavorite nonprofits: Big Brothers Big Sisters, The Arc of Erie County, United Way of Buffalo and Erie County

MICHAEL CROPPPresident/CEO, Independent Health RContact: 511 Farber Lakes Drive, Buffalo, NY 14221 • independenthealth.com R Joined company in: 1996 RBorn in: Hornell RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.A., Brown University; M.D., Brown University; MBA, University at Buffalo RChildren: Ian, Joel, Brett RFavorite nonprofits: Alliance of Community Health Plans, HEALTHeLINK, GO Bike Buffalo

JOHN CUREOAssociate partner, Lawley Benefits Group RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2003 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Springville RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Stacy RChildren: Samuel, Sophia, Bryce RFavorite nonprofits: The Children’s League, Not-For-Profit Insurance Consortium, Healthy Community Alliance

DANIEL BLAKEPresident, Southtowns Financial Group RContact: 3438 Orchard Park Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127 • familyvalu.com R Joined company in: 1994 RBorn in: Orchard Park RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.S, Canisius College; M.S., National University RFavorite nonprofits: Food Bank of WNY, One Jesuit Buffalo

MICHAEL BONETTORegional director/senior vice president, USI Insurance Services RContact: 726 Exchange St., Buffalo, NY 14210 • usi.com R Joined company in: 2000 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: East Amherst RCollege: B.S.,business administration, University at Buffalo RSignificant other: Kelly Ostrowski RChildren: Michael, Ryan B., Ryan O., Jacob, Aidan RFavorite nonprofits: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Save The Michael’s of The World

PETER BRAUNInsurance adviser/partner, Lawley RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1998 RCollege: Canisius College

WILLIAM BROTHERSCEO, Premier Consulting Associates LLC RContact: 1416 Sweet Home Road, Amherst, NY 14228 • premierconsultingassoc.com R Joined company in: 2004 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: North Tonawanda RSpouse: Terry RChildren: Andrea, Anthony RGrandchildren: Giana, Dominic, Vincenzo RFavorite nonprofits: The Resource Center, Response to Love, Family Justice Center

RYAN BURKARDPresident, Pro-Flex Administrators RContact: 8321 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221 • proflextpa.com R Joined company in: 2011 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.S., business administration and managerial economics, SUNY Buffalo State RChildren: Olivia, Nicholas RFavorite nonprofits: Kids Escaping Drugs, Big Brothers Big Sisters

DAVE BUSCHSenior vice president/chief sales officer, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York RContact: 257 W. Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14202 • bcbswny.com R Joined company in: 2014 RBorn in: California RLives in: Orchard Park RCollege: B.S., economics, University of California RSpouse: Michelle RChildren: Austin, Jenson RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Museum of Science, Kids Escaping Drugs, Tifft Nature Preserve

BRIAN BATYVice president, Hoffman Hanafin & Associates LLC RContact: 500 Seneca St., Buffalo, NY 14204 • hoffmanhanafin.com R Joined company in: 2017 RBorn in: Lancaster RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Mary RChildren: Courtney, Brandon, Derek, Steve, Callie, Gabrielle RGrandchildren: Kingston, Corey, Wade, Casey, Quinn, Annabelle RFavorite nonprofits: WNY Heroes Inc

JOHN BEECHERInsurance adviser/partner, Lawley RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2000 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Orchard Park RCollege: Canisius College RSpouse: Jacque RChildren: John, Jean RFavorite nonprofits: The Saturn Club Foundation, The Gow School

DOUGLAS BENZPresident, New Buffalo Insurance Agency RContact: 14 E. Tupper St., Buffalo, NY 14203 • insurebflo.com R Joined company in: 2016 RBorn in: Kenmore RLives in: Kenmore RCollege: B.A., University at Buffalo RSpouse: Elizabeth RChildren: Jane, Jack, Charlie, Fred, George, Marilyn RFavorite nonprofits: Bison Fund, Canisius High School, Catholic Charities

JOHN BERGER JR.Partner, Lawley Benefits Group RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2009 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.B.A., St. Bonaventure University RSpouse: Suzanne RChildren: Jack, Christopher RFavorite nonprofits: Kids Escaping Drugs, Catholic Charities

CHANDRA BERNHARDTVice president/employee benefits consultant, Northwest Insurance RContact: 3517 Union Road, Buffalo, NY 14225 • northwest.com R Joined company in: 2004 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Clarence Center RCollege: B.S., University at Buffalo RSpouse: Craig RChildren: Bianca, Bodhi RFavorite nonprofits: SPCA, The Humane Society, No Kid Hungry

TODD BESTCEO, Lawley Automotive Dealership Solutions RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyautomotive.com R Joined company in: 1983 RBorn in: Northampton, Mass. RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.A., St. Michael’s College RSpouse: Kathleen RChildren: Margaret, Abigail, Jack RGrandchildren: Lola RFavorite nonprofits: Wounded Warriors, Catholic Charities, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

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RANDY GLENNAssistant vice president, The Evans Agency RContact: 1 Grimsby Drive, Hamburg, NY 14139 • evansbank/insurance.com R Joined company in: 2014 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: South Wales RCollege: B.S., Houghton College RSpouse: Kristie RChildren: Reese, Harper RFavorite nonprofits: Boys and Girls Club, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Girl Scouts of America

ROY GLOSSERSenior vice president, Northwest Insurance Services RContact: 3517 Union Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 • northwest.com R Joined company in: 2010 RBorn in: Union City, Pa. RLives in: Mayville RCollege: B.S., University of Pittsburgh

STEVE GOODWINOwner/president, Goodwin Insurance Agency RContact: 5794 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221 R Joined company in: 1987 RBorn in: Pittsburgh RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.A., New England College; CEL, University at Buffalo School of Management RSpouse: Kathy RChildren: Jessica, Jamie RGrandchildren: Charlie, Emunah, Yeshaya RFavorite nonprofits: Disabled Sports USA 2, Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program, Jewish Federation of Greater Buffalo

CHRISTOPHER GOSSVice president – Upstate New York, Philadelphia Insurance Cos. RContact: 100 Corporate Parkway, Amherst, NY 14226 • phly.com R Joined company in: 1997 RBorn in: Orange, N.J. RLives in: East Amherst RCollege: B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University RSpouse: Kristin RChildren: Drew, CJ, Ethan RFavorite nonprofits: St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute, Aspire, Kevin Guest House

BRADLEY HALLPartner, Lawley Construction Solutions RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 R Joined company in: 2009 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Angola RCollege: B.B.S., St. Bonaventure University RSpouse: Shari RChildren: Jessica, Jonathan RFavorite nonprofits: SPCA, The Manino Foundation, St. Joseph’s University Parish

DAVIS HEUSSLERDirector of captive services, M&T Insurance Agency RContact: 285 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • mtb.com R Joined company in: 2007 RBorn in: Boston, Mass. RLives in: East Aurora RCollege: B.A., Union College RSpouse: Nancy RChildren: Catherine, Alexander RFavorite nonprofits: Boys & Girls Club of East Aurora, United Way, First Tee of WNY

WILLIAM GALLAGHERManaging director, SDN Insurance Agency LLC RContact: 300 Spindrift Drive, Amherst, NY 14221 • sdnins.com R Joined company in: 2009 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.A., University at Buffalo RChildren: Liam, Marguerite, Patrick RFavorite nonprofits: Friends of the Night People, Buffalo City Mission

KEVIN GANNONExecutive vice president, EBC Inc. RContact: 301 Ohio St., Buffalo, NY 14204 • ebcinc.net R Joined company in: 2017 RBorn in: Lackawanna RLives in: Hamburg RCollege: B.S., Daemen College RSpouse: Ann Marie RChildren: Colleen, Ryan, Sean, Erin RGrandchildren: James RFavorite nonprofits: OLV Homes of Charity/Baker Victory Services, Catholic Charities, St. Vincent de Paul Society

DAVID GELIAExecutive vice president, United Insurance Agency Inc. RContact: 90 Bryant Woods South, Amherst, NY 14228 • uiai.com R Joined company in: 1984 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Kathy RFavorite nonprofits: Villa Maria College, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Wounded Warrior Project

EDWARD GELIA JR.Executive vice president, United Insurance Agency Inc. RContact: 90 Bryant Woods South, Amherst, NY 14228 • uiai.com R Joined company in: 1979 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.A., Canisius College RChildren: Kristin, Lauren RGrandchildren: Henry RFavorite nonprofits: BestSelf, John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital

STEVEN GIDWITZPresident, NCAComp Inc. RContact: 14 Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY 14203 • ncacomp.com R Joined company in: 2002 RBorn in: Chicago RLives in: Orchard Park RCollege: B.S., Tulane University RChildren: Brittney, Zachary, Joshua, Isabelle RGrandchildren: Giada, Leonardo, Gemma

F. JAMES GINNANEManaging member, Planned Futures Financial Group LLC RContact: 300 Corporate Parkway, Amherst, NY 14226 • plannedfuturesllc.com R Joined company in: 1997 RBorn in: Kenmore RLives in: East Amherst RCollege: B.S., Niagara University RSpouse: Judy RChildren: Amy, Christien, Tracy RGrandchildren: Hailey, Ashley RFavorite nonprofits: Niagara University, Catholic Charities, American Cancer Society

JOHN DAUGHTONPresident, Vanner Insurance Agency RContact: 11 Pinchot Court, Amherst, NY 14228 • vannerinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2008 RBorn in: Hartford RLives in: Lancaster RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Sarah RChildren: Jack, Liam RFavorite nonprofits: First Tee of WNY, People Inc, Boys & Girls Club

JEREMIAH DAVIDSONSenior sales manager– Northeast, Paychex Insurance Agency RContact: 33 Dodge Road, Getzville, NY 14032 • paychexinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2004 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Clarence Center RCollege: B.S., University at Buffalo RSpouse: Jill RChildren: Isabella, Knox RFavorite nonprofits: United Way, Ride for Roswell, Wear ‘n Share

PETER DURANTVice president, EBC Inc. RContact: 301 Ohio St., Buffalo, NY 14204 • ebcinc.net R Joined company in: 2007 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Elma RCollege: SUNY Buffalo State RFavorite nonprofits: Ronald McDonald House, ASPCA, Make-A-Wish Foundation

JAMES FASHANOPresident, Alliance Advisory Group Inc RContact: 600 Delware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • allianceadvisorygroup.com R Joined company in: 1995 RSpouse: Rachel RChildren: Robert, Michael, Luciana

CHRISTOPHER FIORELLOPartner, Insured Services, EBC Inc. RContact: 301 Ohio St., Buffalo, NY 14204 • ebcinc.net RFounded company in: 2004 RBorn in: Amherst RLives in: Lancaster RCollege: B.A., Canisius College RSpouse: Alison RChildren: Alex RFavorite nonprofits: Boys & Girls Club of Buffalo, Buffalo Niagara Honor Flight, Wings Flights of Hope

BILL FRITTSPartner, Lawley RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1984 RBorn in: Batavia RLives in: Stafford RCollege: Ohio University RSpouse: Theresa RChildren: Michael, Barbara RGrandchildren: Natalie, Tyler, Elisha, Hailey

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JOHN LOMEOPresident/CEO, Kalos Health RContact: 2424 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • kaloshealth.org RFounded company in: 2014 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.S., Canisius College; MBA, Niagara University RSpouse: Antonina RChildren: Angelo, Antonina RGrandchildren: John RFavorite nonprofits: Niagara Hospice, Kalos Health, Liberty Home Care

LISA LYMANVice president, administration and customer relations, Northwest Insurance Services RContact: 3517 Union Road, Buffalo, NY 14225 • northwest.com R Joined company in: 2007 RBorn in: Cheektowaga RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.S., SUNY Buffalo State

JONELLE MARCHESEDirector, sales and service, Bene-Care Inc. RContact: 500 Seneca St., Buffalo, NY 14204 • bene-care.com R Joined company in: 2012 RBorn in: Lackawanna RLives in: Hamburg RSpouse: Nica RFavorite nonprofits: Multiple Sclerosis Society of Buffalo, Ride for Roswell

GEOFFREY MCDERMIDPresident/CEO, McDermid Financial Group RContact: 37 Franklin St., Buffalo, NY 14202 • mcdermidfinancial group.com R Joined company in: 1996 RBorn in: Niagara Falls RLives in: Ransomville RCollege: B.S., Southern New Hampshire University RSpouse: Serena RChildren: Matthew, Candace RFavorite nonprofits: MJM Exemplary Citizenship Fund, Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site, Boy Scouts of America

ROBERT MOSESPresident, Moses Group Inc. RContact: 5475 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221 • mosesinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1977 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: Erie Community College RSpouse: Judi RChildren: Amanda, Jessica RGrandchildren: Finn RFavorite nonprofits: Food Bank of WNY, Gerard Place, Food Shuttle of WNY

JOHN MOSHIDESPresident, Moshides Financial Group RContact: 65 Bryant Woods South, Amherst, NY 14228 • moshidesfinancial.com R Joined company in: 1987 RBorn in: Niagara Falls RLives in: East Amherst RCollege: B.S., business, University at Buffalo RSpouse: Suzanne RChildren: Dana, Lindsay RFavorite nonprofits: St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy

LORI KOZUCHPrincipal, Niagara National Inc. RContact: 5001 Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14225 • niagaranational.com R Joined company in: 1981 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Cheektowaga RSpouse: Dennis RFavorite nonprofits: City Mission, Meals on Wheels, Buffalo Outreach

BART KRESSEWNY market leader, M&T Insurance Agency RContact: 285 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14216 • mtia.com R Joined company in: 2008 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: Georgetown University RSpouse: Melissa RChildren: Parker, Cameron, William RFavorite nonprofits: NativityMiguel Middle School, Olmsted Parks Conservancy, King Urban Life Center

JAMES KURYAKPrincipal, Niagara National Inc. RContact: 5001 Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14225 • niagaranational.com R Joined company in: 1994 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Pendleton RCollege: B.A., Hobart College RSpouse: Kathy RFavorite nonprofits: Crisis Services, Matthew Marin Foundation

PENNY LAPLACAManager, insurance services and administration, Amherst Chamber of Commerce RContact: 400 Essjay Road, Williamsville, NY 14221 • amherst.org R Joined company in: 2015 RBorn in: Merrillville, Ind. RLives in: Orchard Park RCollege: B.A., SUNY Oswego RSpouse: Glen RChildren: Abigail, Lucia RFavorite nonprofits: Jericho Road Community Health Center, Burchfield Penney Art Center, SPCA

MICHAEL LAWLEYPrincipal, Lawley RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1995 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Snyder RCollege: St. Bonaventure University RSpouse: Kirsten RChildren: Isabelle, Sydney, Ava, Naomi

WILLIAM LAWLEY JR.Principal, Lawley RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1986 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Snyder RCollege: St. Bonaventure University RSpouse: Patricia RChildren: Miranda, William III, Connor, Emma, Ryan

DAVID HODGEVice president of insurance, AAA Western and Central New York RContact: 100 International Drive, Buffalo, NY 14221 • aaa.com R Joined company in: 2016 RCollege: B.B.A., Hofstra University RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Museum of Science

SCOTT HOFFMANManaging partner, Hoffman Hanafin & Associates LLC RContact: 500 Seneca St., Buffalo, NY 14204 • hoffmanhanafin.com R Joined company in: 2013 RBorn in: Lancaster, Pa. RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.A., SUNY Geneseo RSpouse: Rose RChildren: Connor, Cole RFavorite nonprofits: Sisters Hospital Foundation, Buffalo Renaissance Foundation

FRED HOLENDERDirector of administration, Lawley RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1996 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.A., Hamilton College; M.S.F.S., The American College RSpouse: Barbara RChildren: Michael, Aaron (deceased) RGrandchildren: Isabella Rose RFavorite nonprofits: Professional Insurance Agents Association, Buffalo Niagara Business Ethics Association

KRYSTAL HULTBERGVice president/employee benefits consultant, Northwest Insurance Services RContact: 7 W. Third St., Jamestown, NY 14710 • northwest.bank R Joined company in: 2004 RBorn in: Jamestown RLives in: Ashville RCollege: B.S., SUNY Fredonia RSpouse: Matthew RChildren: Colton, Ava, Alexandra, Addison, Isaac RFavorite nonprofits: ASPCA, Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue, Alex’s Lemonade Stand

STEVE HURTUBISEVice president, Hoffman Hanafin & Associates LLC RContact: 500 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 • hoffmanhanafin.com R Joined company: 2017 RBorn in: Kenmore RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: St. Bonaventure University RSpouse: Sharon RChildren: Kathryn, Ian, Colleen, Patrick RFavorite nonprofits: Arc New York

SEAN KEENANVice president, Walsh Duffield Cos. Inc. RContact: 801 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203 • walshduffield.com R Joined company in: 2006 RBorn in: Albany RLives in: East Amherst RCollege: B.A., Williams College RSpouse: Liza RChildren: Avery, Haley, Addison RFavorite nonprofits: United Way of Buffalo & Erie County, Goodwill, EPIC, Kaleida Health Foundation

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MARC ROSENTHALFinancial adviser, ROI Financial Group RContact: 7 Limestone Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 • roifg.com R Joined company in: 2001 RBorn in: Williamsville RLives in: Clarence RCollege: B.A., University at Buffalo RSpouse: Patricia RChildren: Noah, Adam, Ava RFavorite nonprofits: Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, Camp Good Days and Special Times, Kaleida Health Foundation

CHRISTOPHER ROSSPrincipal, Lawley RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1986 RBorn in: Glen Cove RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.B.A., Niagara University RSpouse: Mary RChildren: Kevin, Kathleen, Michael, Mollie, Andrew Elizabeth RGrandchildren: Hannah, Rhys, Beatrice, Ellington RFavorite nonprofits: Mercy Flight, Kaleida Health, Niagara University

JOHN RUMSCHIKVice chairman, M&T Insurance Agency, Inc. RContact: 285 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • mtb.com R Joined company in: 1992 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: East Amherst RCollege: B.S., Niagara University RSpouse: Barbara RChildren: Amy, Melissa, Megan, Becca RGrandchildren: Brady, Emme, Quin, Parker, Kasey, Rosie, Dominic

STUART SCHEFFPartner, Lawley RContact: 501 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, NY 14228 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2009 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.S., Ithaca College RSpouse: Lori Morreale RChildren: Matthew, Aaron RFavorite nonprofits: Courage of Carly Fund, The Birthday Squad, Jewish Federation of Greater Buffalo

JOHN SCHWABPresident, Niagara National Insurance RContact: 5001 Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14225 • niagaranational.com R Joined company in: 1984 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.S., SUNY Buffalo State RSpouse: Catherine RChildren: Stephen, Caroline RFavorite nonprofits: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Food Bank of WNY, Families of FANA

MARK ST. GEORGEPresident, The Evans Agency LLC RContact: 1 Grimsby Drive, Hamburg, NY 14075 • evansagencyins.com R Joined company in: 2014 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.S., business administration, Ashland College RChildren: Brittany, Justin, Makena RGrandchildren: Violet RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper, Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center, Roswell Park Alliance Foundation

RONALD PAPAPresident/licensed adjuster, National Fire Adjustment Co. Inc RContact: 1 NFA Park, Amherst, NY 14228 • nfa.com R Joined company in: 1974 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: Niagara University RSpouse: Diana RChildren: Kelly, Katie, Jodie, Stacey RGrandchildren: Peyton, Mason, Devin, Dillon, Aurora, Lilyanna, Lincoln RFavorite nonprofits: American Red Cross, SABAH, People Inc.

PAMELA PAWENSKIVice president of sales, Univera Healthcare RContact: 205 Park Club Lane, Buffalo, NY 14221 • univerahealthcare.com R Joined company in: 1983 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Getzville RCollege: B.A., SUNY Buffalo State, MBA, University at Buffalo RSpouse: Edward RChildren: Andrew RFavorite nonprofits: Habitat for Humanity, Buffalo City Mission, CompassionNet

WILLIAM QUINNPresident, Vanner Insurance Agency RContact: 11 Pinchot Court, Amherst, NY 14228 • vannerinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2004 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Kenmore RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Jody RChildren: John, William, Eleanor, Charles RFavorite nonprofits: Canisius High School, Canisius College, St Mark’s Parish

JAMES REHAK JR.Partner, Lawley Benefits Group RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1985 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RSpouse: Kelly RChildren: Meegan, JP RFavorite nonprofits: Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Child & Adolescent Treatment Services, United Way

THOMAS REVELASManaging partner, Lawley Benefits Group RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1999 RBorn in: Medina RLives in: Snyder RCollege: B.S., Niagara University RSpouse: Diane RChildren: Ariana, Nicholas, Savannah RFavorite nonprofits: Explore & More Children’s Museum, Cornerstone Manor

JOSEPH RIGGIEVice president, M&T Insurance Agency Inc. RContact: 285 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • mtb.com R Joined company in: 1990 RBorn in: North Tonawanda RLives in: Town of Tonawanda RCollege: B.S., St. John Fisher College RSpouse: Dawn RChildren: Joseph, Elizabeth, Sarah, Margaret RGrandchildren: Ruth, Isa-belle, Grace, Joseph, Stella, Elizabeth, Evelyn, Wyatt RFavorite nonprofits: Mount St. Mary Academy, Suburban Adult Services Inc.

BRIAN MURPHYPartner, Lawley Benefits Group RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2001 RBorn in: Deerborn, Mich. RLives on: Grand Island RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Laura RChildren: Brendan, Campbell RFavorite nonprofits: Big Brothers Big Sisters, Unyts

JEREDITH NOLANFinancial planner, Nolan and Maloney Financial Partners RContact: 6500 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 R Joined company in: 1993 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Clarence RCollege: American College RSpouse: Bob RChildren: Brandi, Melissa, Robert, Casey RGrandchildren: Summer, Noah, Cameron, Kaden, Scarlett, Robert, Logan, Shawn, Easton, Madison RFavorite nonprofits: Peace of the City, Family Promise, Clarence High School Academy of Business and Finance

DAVID NOTOHead of personal insurance, M&T Insurance Agency Inc. RContact: 285 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • mtb.com R Joined company in: 2009 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Marcia RChildren: Adam, Christian, Andrew RGrandchildren: Cole, Lucas RFavorite nonprofits: Little Portion Friary, NativityMiguel Middle School, Baker Victory Services

DAVID OESTREICHERFinancial adviser, ROI Financial Group RContact: 7 Limestone Dr, Williamsville, NY 14221 • roifg.com R Joined company in: 1992 RBorn in: New York RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.S., University of Massachusetts; MBA, University at Buffalo RSpouse: Susan RChildren: Jacqueline, Andrew RFavorite nonprofits: JCC of Greater Buffalo, Darwin Martin House, The Sportsmen’s Americana Music Foundation

FRANK PAPAChairman/licensed adjuster, National Fire Adjustment Co. Inc RContact: 1 NFA Park, Amherst, NY 14228 • nfa.com R Joined company in: 1951 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: University at Buffalo; J.D., University at Buffalo School of Law RSpouse: Theresa RChildren: Ronald, Gary, Jeffrey, Gregory, Judith RGrandchildren: Kelly, Katie, Jodie, Stacey, Nathaniel, Tucker, Derek, Alexandra, Danielle, Erika, Nicholas RFavorite nonprofits: SABAH, American Cancer Society, American Red Cross

JODIE PAPAManager/licensed adjuster, National Fire Adjustment Co. Inc RContact: 1 NFA Park, Amherst, NY 14228 • nfa.com R Joined company in: 2006 RBorn in: Rochester RLives in: Pendleton RCollege: B.S., Niagara Univeristy RChildren: Mason, Aurora RFavorite nonprofits: Red Cross, SABAH, United Policyholders

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SPOTLIGHT: WHO’S WHO IN INSURANCE

MICHAEL WALSHExecutive vice president, Walsh Duffield RContact: 801 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203 • walshduffield.com R Joined company in: 1978 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.A., Yale University RSpouse: Debbie RChildren: Demi, Abbe RFavorite nonprofits: Child & Family Services, YMCA Buffalo Niagara, YWCA-WNY

THEODORE WALSHPartner/Rochester market leader, Walsh Duffield Cos. Inc. RContact: 801 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203 • walshduffield.com R Joined company: 1998 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.S., Williams College; MBA, Yale School of Management RSpouse: Amy Clifton RChildren: Sam, Ben, Dani, Luke RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Prep, Bison Hockey Club, St. Joseph University Parish

BOB WHITEOwner/president, Bob White Insurance RContact: 1045 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 • bobwhiteinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1983 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.S., SUNY Buffalo State; M.S., SUNY Buffalo State RSpouse: Valerie RChildren: Bobby, Alexis RFavorite nonprofits: Cradle Beach Camp

BOBBY WHITEVice president, Bob White Insurance RContact: 1045 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 • bobwhiteinsurance.com R Joined company in: 2013 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.S., University at Buffalo RFavorite nonprofits: Carly’s Club, Special Olympics

ART WINGERTERPresident/CEO, Univera Healthcare RContact: 205 Park Club Lane, Williamsville, NY 14221 • univerahealthcare.com R Joined company in: 2009 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Snyder RCollege: B.S., University at Buffalo RSpouse: Nancy RChildren: Alessandra, Andrew, Conner, Chloe RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Renaissance Foundation, Population Health Collaborative, Gerard Place, St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy

ANDREW TOKASZVice president/director of surety bonds, USI Insurance Services RContact: 726 Exchange St., Buffalo, NY 14210 • usi.com R Joined company in: 1995 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Amherst RCollege: West Virginia Wesleyan College RSpouse: Christine RChildren: Sydney, Ryan RFavorite nonprofits: 11 Day Power Play, Save the Michaels of the World, Camp Good Days and Special Times

RALPH VANNERChairman, Vanner Insurance Agency RContact: 11 Pinchot Court, Amherst, NY 14228 • vannerinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1991 RBorn in: Kenmore RLives in: East Aurora RCollege: B.A., Denison University RSpouse: Laura RChildren: Cate, Michael RFavorite nonprofits: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, People Inc.

THOMAS VANNERCEO, Vanner Insurance Agency RContact: 11 Pinchot Court, Amherst, NY 14228 • vannerinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1990 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Kenmore RCollege: B.A., Hartwick College RSpouse: Jacqueline RChildren: Kailey, Meghan, Sara, Tommy RFavorite nonprofits: People Inc., Buffalo Renaissance Foundation, Bison Fund

RICHARD VIENNEVice president/chief medical officer, Univera Healthcare RContact: 205 Park Club Lane, Buffalo, NY 14221 • univerahealthcare.com R Joined company in: 2001 RBorn in: Cheektowaga RLives in: Williamsville RCollege: B.A., Houghton College; D.O., Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences RChildren: Kaitlin, Alexander, Andrew RFavorite nonprofits: Greater Niagara Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of America; American Cancer Society; SPCA

EDWARD WALSH JR.President, Walsh Duffield Cos. Inc RContact: 801 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14203 • walshduffield.com R Joined company in: 1977 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.A., Williams College RSpouse: Virginia RChildren: Elizabeth, Eleanor RGrandchildren: Avery, Haley, Grant, Addison, Colette RFavorite nonprofits: Hospice Buffalo, United Way of Buffalo and Erie County, Child & Family Services

MARK STAHLKAPresident, Stahlka Agency Inc. RContact: 6724 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221 • stahlka.com R Joined company in: 1991 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Lake View RCollege: B.S., SUNY Fredonia RSpouse: Carin RChildren: Markus, William RFavorite nonprofits: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Make-A-Wish Foundation, United Way of Buffalo and Erie County

DAVID STROMECKIVice president, Brown & Stromecki Agency, Inc RContact: 4313 S Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY 14127-2637 • brown-stromecki.com R Joined company in: 1999 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Elma RCollege: B.S., Canisius College RSpouse: Kimberly RChildren: Courtney RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Niagara Business Ethics Association, P.U.N.T. Fund, Hunt of a Lifetime

OWEN SULLIVANSenior benefits consultant, Lawley Benefits Group RContact: 361 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14202 • lawleyinsurance.com R Joined company in: 1999 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Amherst RCollege: B.S., SUNY Fredonia RSpouse: Debbie RChildren: Kaelyn, Camryn RFavorite nonprofits: Breast Cancer Foundation, Catholic Charities, Autism Services

RACHEL SUMINSKIVice president, EBC RContact: 301 Ohio St, Buffalo, NY 14204 • ebcinc.net R Joined company in: 2008 RBorn in: Buffalo RLives in: Orchard Park RCollege: B.A., Duquesne University; MBA, Canisius College RSpouse: Dale RChildren: Luke, Dylan RFavorite nonprofits: Southtowns Care Center, United Way, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

STEVE SWIFTExecutive vice president/CFO, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York RContact: 257 W. Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14202 • bcbswny.com R Joined company in: 2009 RBorn in: Providence, R.I. RLives in: Buffalo RCollege: B.S., business administration, Creighton University; MBA, University of Kansas RSpouse: Nicole RChildren: Ashley, Andrew, Nicholas RFavorite nonprofits: Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Say Yes Buffalo, The Buffalo Zoo