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- Born and raised in a small Pennsylvania town
- Graduated from Youngsville MD/SR High School
- Earned an Associates Degree in Accounting from Axia College
- In 2004, I moved to Georgia where I began working for various insurance companies
- Have been recognized for assisting in deducting fraudulent insurance claims
- Joined the Benton & Parker team in 2006, and am the CSR for David Benton
- I have four children: Dakota, Cassaundra, Orion, and Tyrus-we all enjoy hiking and outdoor adventures with a camera in hand.
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- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- Have been a licensed CSR since 1992 and recently became a licensed 2-20 Property & Casualty Agent
- Started in truck insurance in 1977
- Evelyn is a 3rd generation Orlando, FL native.
- She started in truck insurance in 1977 working for Norman Benzing,
a pioneer in the truck insurance industry. When Norm retired
in 1999, she continued with Interstate Insurance Agency thru 2009.
Now with Benton and Parker she utilizes her CSR/Agent skills along
with her knowledge of accounting.
- Evelyn is a volunteer driver for ITN Orlando providing independent transportation for seniors.
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- Grew up in Miami, moved to Central Florida in 1988
- Owned my own agency, MAI Insurance Services focused on Transportation
- Joined Benton & Parker in 2010
- I have 2 children, Joseph & Abbey, both 4 years old.
- I live in New Smyrna Beach with my husband Ray, kids, 2 rescued dogs; Roxy & Peanut
- Foster parent since 2001
- Love the beach, movies, cars, trucks, and photography
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- Grew up in Miami, moved to Central Florida in 1988
- Owned my own agency, MAI Insurance Services focused on Transportation
- Joined Benton & Parker in 2010
- I have 2 children, Joseph & Abbey, both 4 years old.
- I live in New Smyrna Beach with my husband Ray, kids, 2 rescued dogs; Roxy & Peanut
- Foster parent since 2001
- Love the beach, movies, cars, trucks, and photography
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- Originally from Columbus, GA
- B.A. in Risk Management from University of Georgia
- Obtained CPCU designation in 1981
- After 8 years in the industry, formed Benton & Parker Insurance in 1985
- 1985 was a big year: While forming Benton & Parker, I also married my wife, Terri Smiley Parker
- I have two sons: Curtis and Taylor
- I enjoy long, moon lit walks on the beach with my trusty retriever
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- Originally from Texas, but moved to Georgia 20 years ago
- Have worked with insurance agencies in Texas and Georgia off and on since 1976, and have held insurance licenses for over 15 years
- Started at Benton & Parker in 2007 as a CSR for Mike Kennelly
- Have been married to my husband, Chuck, for 37 years--the first couple of years were spent living in Germany (he was in the military)
- Have two sons, Eric and John. Eric is married to Chessa, and they have two beautiful children--Virginia, 6, and Charles, 4
- My husband and I enjoy working with our church, and spending time with our grandchildren
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- Native of Gainesville, GA
- Earned a BA in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia in 1985
- Obtained my Certified Insurance Counselors designation in 1991
- Began my insurance industry career in 1985, as an underwriter with Federated Mutual Insurance Company
- Joined Benton & Parker in 1987
- Married to Barbara; we have one son named Michael
- Favorite hobbies: bow hunting whitetail deer in the Midwest, and riding horses with my wife
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- From Sylvester, GA
- Have lived all over the Southeast--from Athens, TN to Charlotte, NC. Currently live in Liberty, SC
- Pickens High School graduate
- Attended Greenville Technical College, and received my SC Property & Casualty license in 1995
- Began career with Benton & Parker in 1998
- Received the "Specialist in Transportation and Risk Designation" with Great West Casualty Company in 2005
- I am the Senior CSR in our Greenville, SC office, and have the pleasure of being the CSR for Bonnie Twitchell
- Married to Danny Slowe in May, 1991 and have one son--Jared
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- Born and raised in Greenville, SC
- Great West Casualty Insurance STAR designation.
- Graduated from Travelers Rest High School in 2003
- Began career with Benton & Parker in 2004 as a receptionist
- Became assistant CSR in 2005, and lead CSR in 2009
- Received insurance license in 2007, currently working her way to get her STAR designation from Great West Casualty
- Enjoys the beach, taking pictures, spending time with her family, and traveling with friends and family
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- Raised in Birmingham, AL and attended W.A. Berry High School
- Attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Finance in 1995
- Relocated to Atlanta, GA in 2007, and began working for Benton & Parker
- Received her Specialist in Transportation and Risk (STAR) DESIGNATION IN 2009
- Licensed in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee
- Over 24 years experience in the transportation insurance industry--has the resources and contacts to solve all your transportation needs
- Married to Todd and has a daughter named Savanna
- 3 sons: Petey, Ace, and Ivan (all pooches)
- Enjoys attending Alabama athletic events, vacations on the beach, bike riding, and spending time with her daughter
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| Shelley Puckett |
| Email me! |
| GA: 678-207-1110 |
| SC: 704-815-3582 |
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- Native of Cumming, GA
- Graduated from South Forsyth High School in 1992
- Spent a year at Piedmont College followed by 2 years at Gainesville College
- Started working for Benton & Parker part-time while still in college
- In 1993 I became a full time employee as a receptionist--and was gradually trained into being an assistant CSR
- In 1997, I began working as a full-time CSR for Ken Burnette
- As a Senior CSR, I also work in our remote offices as needed for training issues as they arise
- Obtained my Georgia Insurance Agent license in 1997
- Currently live in Lumpkin County, GA.
- I spend most of my time spoiling my nephew, riding my motorcycle with friends, and camping
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- Born in Wagram, NC and raised in Fort Myers, FL. Lived in Floridas capital, Tallahassee for the past 10 years
- Recently moved to Anderson, SC to be closer to son whom attends and plays football for Clemson University
- Obtained Insurance license in 2006 and have worked in various sectors of the insurance industry since 2001. Has well-rounded mix of experience ranging from Property & Casualty underwriting to working as CSR/Account Manager in independent agencies.
- Began career with Benton & Parker in July 2012 as Customer Service Representative to producer Bill Hall
- Carol values family and enjoys being a wife and mother. Some of her favorite activities include spending time with her family, traveling, & fishing.
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- From Danielsville GA
- Earned a BBA in Management from the University of Georgia
- Has worked in the trucking industry since 1971
- Joined Benton & Parker (Gainesville, GA office) in 2001
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- Bonnie has been in the insurance business for 38 years, 33 of the years in the transportation field. She has been with Benton and Parker since November 1995. Born and raised in a Albuquerque,New Mexico, Bonnie has been in the Carolinas for the past 37 years and makes her home in Greenville SC.
- When she is not working, you can find Bonnie with her husband Mike on the lake fishing or at a dog show with her two Golden Retrievers, Pella and Clovey, competing in obedience competitions.
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- Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia-a true "Georgia Peach"
- Started in the insurance industry in 1971, as a file clerk with Security Insurance Group
- Owned H&K Insurance Services with my dad for 13 years-Specializing in Transportation Insurance
- Joined Benton & Parker in January, 1994
- My husband Ray and I have three children: Brian, Stefanie, and Christopher-the youngest has a career in the insurance industry
- When I'm not in the office, I can be found either on a cruise, or at the beach with a good book
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- Born in Hays, Kansas and moved to Ft. Collins, Colorado during early childhood
- Relocated to Gainesville, Georgia in June, 2006
- Has worked in the insurance industry for 24 years, working in claims, personal insurance, commercial insurance, and truckers insurance. Also licensed in property and casualty
- Joined Benton & Parker in August 2006
- Has three children: Stacy, Nathan, and Rex-along with four grandchildren
- Is kept busy raising her four year old granddaughter, Haley Maryann Smith, with her husband
- Enjoys spending time with all of her grandchildren
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- Lauren is a native to the Greenville SC area. After graduating from Hillcrest High School in Simpsonville SC Lauren earned her B.A. from University of South Carolina Spartanburg. (now USC Upstate).
- Lauren earned her insurance license in 1991 when she began working in insurance full time. She joined Benton and Parker, Greenville SC in November 2001. She earned her STAR (Specialist in Transportation and Risk) in January 2009.
- Lauren enjoys various activities outside of work. Some of her favorites are traveling, reading, and tailgating (especially Clemson football).
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- Originally from Mt. Pleasant, SC
- Attended Wando High School before obtaining B.S. in Biology/Premedical studies from Furman University
- Upon graduating, decided to pursue interests outside of my field of study-and began working for Canal Insurance Company for several years as an underwriter before joining Benton & Parker
- Married to Laura Lane since April, 2008 and happily reside in Greenville, South Carolina-along with our two dogs, Bailey and Stella
- Enjoys fly fishing, hunting, and traveling
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- Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983 with an insurance/risk management degree
- Have been in the insurance industry for 27 years covering casualty underwriting, marketing, production, and agency ownership
- Joined Benton & Parker in 2004 and now leads the North Carolina office
- Married to Martha for 27 years, and have two sons-Drew, 22, and David, 20-and daughter Mattie, 15
- Enjoy hiking, tennis, and most sports
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- Born in Cleveland, OH
- Moved to Winter Park, FL when I was three years old.
- Graduated from Winter Park High School
- Earned my associates degree from Seminole
- I have worked in insurance for over twenty
- Joined Benton & Parker in 2009
- One son - two grandaughters
- Would rather be outside than inside
- I LOVE THE ATLANTA BRAVES!
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- Born and raised in Denver, CO
- Began working in the trucking insurance industry for Allied Mutual-an Iowa based company with an office in Denver
- Worked as an underwriter for 13 years for Occidental Fire and Casualty of North Carolina
- Moved to Orlando, FL to work at the MGA offices of J. Gordon Gaines, Inc.
- In 1986, joined John and Kathi Hartlieb at Interstate Insurance Agency, Inc. where she remained until Interstate was acquired by Benton & Parker in May, 2008
- Married to Gary, with two children and two grandchildren-all of whom reside in the Washington, D.C. area
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- Born in Gainesville Georgia, lived in Jacksonville for approx, 2 years
- Started working for Benton & Parker in 2006
- Have always worked in Customer Service
- Tries to treat my customers the way I would want to be treated
- Love the outdoors and outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and fishing
- Also love the Florida beaches and deep sea fishing
- Have 2 boys who went to the same school I graduated from
- Hobbies are outdoor activities
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- Originally from Oakwood, GA
- Was an Honor graduate of Johnson High School
- AS, Business from Gainesville College
- Computer Science Major - UGA
- Worked as a bookkeeper for a steel company from 1990-1996
- Worked as an office manager for a linear technology company from 1996-1998
- Joined Benton & Parker in August 1999 working as an accounting assistant.
- Have two sons
- Enjoy spending my spare time training my horses and golden retrievers
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- Born and raised in Burlington, Vermont.
- Graduated from Milton High School in 2002.
- Started working in insurance in 2004, and obtained Insurance License in 2007.
- Started working for Benton & Parker in Gainesville, GA in May, 2008.
- Relocated to the Charlotte, NC office in August, 2008.
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- Originally from Winder, GA
- Graduated from Winder Barrow High School and continued my education for 2 years at Gainesville College.
- Worked in the banking industry for several years before changing over to insurance in 1992.
- Started working for Benton and Parker in 1994
- Obtained my Georgia Insurance Agent's license in 1997
- Currently live in Flowery Branch GA. with my Husband Allen
- Have two 11 year old twin daughters, Bailey and Kendall
- Enjoy reading and camping with my family
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- Native of Spartanburg, SC and graduated from Boiling Springs High School
- Earned an Associates Degree in Computer Programming from Spartanburg Community College
- Joined Benton & Parker in September, 2002-working full time until February, 2006 and leaving to be a full-time mother
- Re-joined Benton & Parker in July, 2008
- Have been married to Greg since 2001, and we have a five year old son named Dylan and a three year old daughter named Allie
- Enjoy camping and family vacations
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- Born and raised in Tiffin, OH. Moved to Flowery Branch, GA in 1994.
- Started in insurance personal lines in 1990 and obtained my Georgia insurance license in 1995.
- I was in the Ohio National Guard for six years in the medical field.
- Joined Benton & Parker in 2010 as a CSR for Ken Burnette
- My husband, Mike and I have two boys, Brennon and Nathen, a beautiful granddaughter Khailea and of course our dog Bella.
- My enjoyments in life are spending time with my family, especially my granddaughter, the beach, campfires, a romance novel, and the great outdoors.
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- Originally from Mt. Pleasant, SC
- Attended Wando High School before obtaining B.S. in Biology/Premedical studies from Furman University
- Upon graduating, decided to pursue interests outside of my field of study-and began working for Canal Insurance Company for several years as an underwriter before joining Benton & Parker
- Married to Laura Lane since April, 2008 and happily reside in Greenville, South Carolina-along with our two dogs, Bailey and Stella
- Enjoys fly fishing, hunting, and traveling
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- Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio
- Transplanted to Martinsville, Indiana, (south of Indianapolis) at age 10
- BA: DePauw University (Greencastle, Indiana) 1977
- Started insurance career at Allstate Commercial Region Office, Atlanta, Georgia 1981 as an underwriter
- Moved to Indianapolis, Indiana 1986, worked as a commercial production underwriter for 3 regional insurance companies the next 10 years - State Auto, General Accident, and Shelby/Anthem
- Received CPCU designation 1996
- Owned Lee Ritz Allstate agency 1996 to 2000
- JD: Indiana University School of Law 2004 (we do strange things during mid-life crises)
- Rejoined the insurance industry at the Indiana Department of Insurance 2006 protecting consumers, and then as an agency CSR in 2008, protecting and serving agents and consumers
- Moved back to Georgia June 7, 2012 and joined the Benton & Parker team as a CSR four days later
- During 26 years in Indianapolis I attended only one 500 race, but lots of Colts games. I will change my spectator sports allegiances back to the Falcons and Braves.
- Free time will be spent with family and friends here in Flowery Branch near Lake Lanier and include swimming, golf, and general relaxation in the warmer climate
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