About Sam

 

Since founding Blue Crest Insurance in 2015, I’ve made it my mission to create a company that feels more like a relationship than a transaction. I’m not just behind a desk — I’m checking in with my team every day, quoting policies, answering questions, and making sure things are running smoothly for our clients.

 

I grew up in Illinois — a small-town kid with a big circle of neighborhood friends, many of whom I’m still close with today. I was adopted and had a great upbringing filled with fun, opportunity, and strong values. My first job was at Six Flags Great America when I was 15, scrubbing down food court tables and hauling trash. It might not sound glamorous, but it taught me the work ethic I carry with me to this day.

 

After working at Pepsi (where I quickly learned that two weeks of vacation a year wasn’t cutting it), I took a leap with my wife’s encouragement and found my calling in insurance. At first, I didn’t know if it would be a fit — but the more I helped people understand their coverage and protect their families, the more I realized I was right where I belonged.

 

I built Blue Crest from the ground up, naming it after the word “crest,” meaning the pinnacle — the very best. That’s what we strive for: to be the peak of service and protection for every client who walks through our doors or calls our line. We’re not here to sell generic policies. We’re here to understand each individual situation and offer real, personalized guidance that helps people feel secure.

 

At home, I’m a husband, a dad to three amazing kids, and a lover of all things water. Boating, fishing, scuba diving, jet skiing — if it floats or splashes, I’m in. I also love to cook, especially on the smoker, and I get a kick out of feeding a crowd and entertaining friends and family. Most weekends, you’ll find me on the water, probably heading to Woody’s River Roo by boat or walking around Anna Maria Island with my crew.

 

I’m involved with several causes that matter deeply to me, including Harbor 58, which supports kids aging out of the foster system (a cause close to my heart as an adoptee), and Meals on Wheels, because everyone deserves nourishment and care. I’m also passionate about protecting Florida’s natural beauty and waters through our support of CCA Florida.

 

Whether it’s rescuing a real estate deal with a same-day insurance solution or spending extra time walking a client through their coverage line-by-line, we pride ourselves on going above and beyond. Insurance is complex, especially in Florida — but I want every client to know they’re not just a number. We see you. We hear you. We’ve got your back.

 

At Blue Crest, we’re growing with purpose. We currently serve clients across Florida, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Illinois — and with the help of a strong in-office team and great producers, we’ll continue expanding without losing the personal touch that sets us apart.

 

I often say that if you can get there by boat, I’m in. That’s how I approach business too — find the best route, enjoy the journey, and always show up for the people counting on you.