Our Mission
Nicholas / Tobin’s mission is to provide its clients the highest quality insurance products and services available today to protect them, their families, and businesses. Our commitment to service means our team of licensed professionals is here to help with simple policy questions, consult with you to determine appropriate coverages and be available 24/7 when trouble strikes and you need assistance managing through the claim process.
Our team draws on years of insurance experience and a long-standing desire to support the communities in which we live. From its beginnings in the 1980s, Jerry Tobin established the agency’s strong reputation with a focused commitment to quality and integrity that continues today under the leadership of Richard Herrington.
Today our skilled team epitomizes the highest levels of competence, professionalism, and dedication in the business. Our partners, customer service representatives and office staff – many of whom have been with the agency since its inception – take personal pride in providing our clients the best insurance product and service.
Our Team
Our team draws on years of insurance experience and a long-standing desire to support the communities in which we live. From its beginnings in the 1980s, Jerry Tobin established the agency’s strong reputation with a focused commitment to quality and integrity that continues today under the leadership of Richard Herrington.
Today our skilled team epitomizes the highest levels of competence, professionalism, and dedication in the business. Our partners, customer service representatives and office staff – many of whom have been with the agency since its inception – take personal pride in providing our clients the best insurance product and service.
Executive Team

Richard Herrington
CEO & President
Richard believes in partnerships and a customer-centric culture are essential for profitable growth and prosperity. While other firms focus on selling price, Richard and his team thrive on providing clients the best insurance advice and counsel available.
Richard loves traveling and enjoys the cultural experiences that come along the way.
Richard Herrington

Jeff Kilberg
EVP
Jeff’s unwavering drive and commitment of ensuring impeccable insurance experience for his clients and agents is more than a goal, it’s a passion.
Jeff can often be found donating his time to local nonprofits and truly believes supporting the local businesses in our community is how we all grow and prosper.
Jeff Kilberg

Katie Zuleg
Director Of Operations
Katie knows results are driven by a trusted team and running a seamless operation. Whether it is finding the newest computer system enhancement or the next best continuing education program, empowering those around her to grow and thrive brings out the best in our team and the services provided to our clientele.
Katie enjoys fitness and spending time with her family.
Katie Zuleg

Valerie Attanasio
Director Of Operations
Valerie thrives with details. Since joining Nicholas/Tobin in 1994, Valerie has been a driving force behind the firms growth and superior service provided to our clients.
Valerie can often be found on the side lines cheering on her grandchildren at a sporting event.
Valerie Attansio
Client Advisor Team

Kyle Brady
Vice President
Kyle understands true success starts with total client focus. This starts with one key trait, listening to the client’s needs. He has extensive experience in both commercial and personal insurance crafting insurance solutions for clients from all over the country.
In fact, Kyle shares his expertise and knowledge as guest speaker at one of the most prestigious new agent training programs in the nation.
Kyle Brady

Sabrina Roper
Regional Client Representative
Sabrina is a licensed insurance advisor with a focus on personal and commercial clients. With over 20 years’ experience Sabrina provides vast knowledge and performance in creating solid plan architecture for her clients and an impeccable drive for service excellence.
Sabrina Roper

Michael Turchiano
Regional Client Representative
Michael believes that insurance is more than the here and now, it’s about planning for your future needs. With over 20 years of experience Michael will be glad to assist you with plotting out your insurance future.
Michael Turchiano
Personal Insurance Team

Candace Zeiner
Personal Lines Executive
SR. Account Executive
Candace has spent her entire career providing tailored insurance services to affluent clients around the US. Whether you are a first time home buyer or a wealthy individual with a more complex situation, Candace provides the knowledge and expertise to help craft the right insurance solution for her clients’ needs. While some people claim to be an insurance advisor, Candace truly is the real deal.
When she is not working, she enjoys spending her time outside, visiting local wineries and taking walks with her husband and their two Pugs.
Candace Zeiner

Rebecca Tyler
Personal Lines Executive
SR. Account Executive
Rebecca knows the foundation of providing services excellence starts with building outstanding rapport with her clients and seamless integration with the insurance underwriters. It is a partnership focus drive that allows her to deliver superior insurance solutions her clients.
In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys yoga, meditation and long hikes with her pup, Bane.
Rebecca Tyler

Jessica Gomes
Personal Lines Executive
SR. Account Executive
Jessica provides a wealth of knowledge that directly translates into delivering superior advice and counsel to her clients. From her days as an underwriter working at one of the Nation’s largest insurance providers, to assisting clients in the independent agency space, Jessica truly cherishes her direct relationships with her clients.
Jessica Gomes

Jean Schoonmaker
Administrative Support Specialist
New Business Analyst
In her spare time Jean enjoys good Italian food, baking and spending time with her kids.
Jean Schoonmaker
Commercial Insurance Team

Amy Lemlin
Commercial Lines
SR. Account Executive
Amy is committed to superior customer service. Whether it is professional advice or assisting clients with their unique business needs, Amy’s extensive industry experience is invaluable to her clients and agency team alike.
When she is not working you might find her at the ocean or paddle boarding along a lazy river.
Amy Lemlin

Anne Deverstern
Commercial Lines
SR. Account Executive
Anne is someone who one might say “wrote the book” on insurance. Anne’s extensive knowledge of the industry started when she worked as an underwriter and it has never stopped. There is no better insurance advisor in the industry when it comes to crafting new business solutions for our clients.
When she is not working you might find her spending time listening to good music and spending time with her family.
Anne Deverstern

Heather Simpkin
Commercial Lines
SR. Account Executive
Heather is a “converted” farm insurance underwriter who now assists a wide range of commercial business. However, if you have some agriculture exposure she would be delighted to put on her farm underwriting hat and help you find the right solution for your immediate needs.
In her spare time she can be found playing cards and duckpin bowling.
Heather Simpkin

Carter Denlinger
Commercial Lines
SR. Account Executive
Carter’s thirst for knowledge is evident every day as he strives to create the best and most comprehensive insurance solutions for his clients’ needs. Carter can often be heard questioning the underwriter when reviewing an insurance program asking, “is there more we can do?” when discussing coverage, service and price.
Carter Denlinger
Consultants
Consultant
Phone: 860.354.4466
Jerry, the founder of the agency, has over 35+ years in the insurance business handling personal, commercial, life and health. Jerry, who has lived in the area all his life, continues to be a tremendous resource for clients. He is available on a consultation basis only.
And You?
We are constantly looking for fresh talent to join our growing team. If you think you’d be a valuable addition to the team, send us a message.
We want to learn more about you!