He has a special interest in the construction industry and is highly experienced in contract bonding.

In addition to the business insurance sales, he is also manager of the Personal Insurance Department of Schlitt Insurance Services, Inc., President of Schlitt Investor Services, Inc., an equity partner in Schlitt Services, and is licensed to sell all forms of insurance and investments.

Jeffrey M. Schlitt
Vice President
Jeff has been in the insurance and financial services industry since graduating from Florida State University. He is a business insurance specialist, knowledgeable in all areas including General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Property, and other specialty insurance.

Jeff has his Life and Health insurance licenses and is also manager of the Commercial Insurance Department of Schlitt Insurance Services, Inc., Vice President of Schlitt Investor Services, Inc. and Insurcorp.

Louis L. Schlitt, CLU, ChFc and CPCU
Founder, Consultant
A native of Vero Beach, Florida, Louis graduated from Florida State University with a major in insurance and real estate. He developed and manages his own financial services company, which includes insurance, securities and real estate.

As the principal organizer of Citrus Bank, Louis served as initial Chairman of the Board of Directors. He also organized InsurCorp, a specialty insurance company with multiple partner agencies within the state, which deals with target marketing programs.

Robert W. Schlitt, Sr., CLU, AAI
Registered Representative
With over 36 years experience counseling for insurance exposures, Bob achieved professional recognition by obtaining his Chartered Life Underwriters designation (CLU). He has served as President of the Life Underwriters Association and the Space Coast Chapter of the CLU's. He has been an "Extra Sales Achiever" for Schlitt Insurance Services for the past five years. Bob also has his Securities License as a Financial Advisor.

Chris DiBenedetto
Life Department Manager
Registered Representative
Chris began his career in 1970 as a life agent with Mutual of New York (MONY). Through the years he became skilled in Business, Estate and Personal Financial planning. Chris has owned his own insurance brokerage firm and has also served as one of the countries top financial planners for IDS/American Express. He is presently manager of the Life Department at Schlitt Services and continues to assist and service his clientele in an efficient and professional manner.

His main area of expertise lies in the financial planning field with emphasis on tax reduction and professional asset allocation investing.

Mike Tupek, LUTCF, FICF
Account Executive
Employee Benefits Specialist
Mike has advised many clients in the area of life, annuities, health and disability benefits as well as providing personal service, since 1980. Having remained current with the advancement and changes in the industry through continuing education courses, and earning the designations of FICF (Fraternal Insurance Counselor Fellow) and LUTC (Life Underwriting Training Council). Mike is a member of National Life Underwriters and Indian River County Life Underwriters. He attended Penn State University having also completed Dale Carnegie Sales courses, effective speaking and human relations.

Terrie Franco
Insurcorp Recruiter
Terrie Franco grew up in Tallahassee and attended Florida State University. Upon completion of her education, she moved to New England and in 1983 established her own property/casualty insurance agency in North Conway, New Hampshire. She was the second member of the organization now known as SIAA, a network for independent insurance agents, and worked with them for twenty years. In 2002 she sold her agency and returned to Florida. She is the Recruiter for InsurCorp, a master agency of SIAA, and its insurance network.

Lynn Williams
Insurance Counselor
Lynn Williams joined Schlitt Services in 1984 and became a licensed agent in 1994. She has completed numerous insurance courses over the years and has also received her Accredited Advisor of Insurance designation. She regularly attends continuing education courses. Lynn is an expert in providing personal and commercial insurance coverage and services.

Liz Phillips
Insurance Counselor
Liz Phillips has been in the insurance industry since 1980. Her insurance education began at the New Orleans Insurance Institute in 1981, and is continually being updated. She has been with Schlitt Services since 1994 and, as a licensed counselor, enjoys helping people with their insurance needs. Her specialty is Personal Lines Insurance: residential property, boats, and personal automobiles. Also knowledgeable in Commercial Business, and Life and Health Insurance, she became a member of Indian River Life Underwriting Association in 1997.

Heather Tyler
Insurance Counselor
Heather Tyler, a Personal Lines agent, joined Schlitt Services in 2002. She received the designation of Associate in Insurance production in 2005. Heather is currently working to receive her Accredited Advisor of Insurance designation.

Jennifer Ashby
Commercial Insurance Program Manager
Jennifer joined Schlitt Services after working for an agency in West Palm Beach, Florida. She has attained her Certified Professional Services Representative license and is enrolled in several insurance classes to advance her career in the insurance field.

Michelle Smith
Account Executive
Michelle Smith joined Schlitt Services in 1999 and became a licensed agent in 2000. She has completed numerous insurance courses over the years and regularly attends continuing education courses. Michelle is currently working toward her Accredited Advisor of Insurance designation. Michelle's specialty is Personal Lines Insurance.

Shalini Patel
Insurance Counselor
Shalini Patel joined Schlitt Services in January 2003. She has completed numerous insurance courses and enjoys learning as much as she can about insurance. Shalini is an expert in providing personal insurance coverage and services.

Beth Manley
Insurance Counselor
Beth Manley joined Schlitt Insurance Services in 2004 and currently works in the personal lines department. She has obtained her Certified Customer Service Representative (CCSR) designation and Agent's license. She attends continuing education courses and was recently awarded her Associate in Insurance Account Management (AIAM) designation.