All of our Agents are appropriately licensed and experienced in each of their fields to offer you the coverage you need.
Douglas C. Gomber, CPCU, CRM, CIC - Commercial Lines and Sales Manager
Doug started his insurance career in 1977 and has been with Walker Insurance since June of 2003. He is responsible for the commercial lines part of the office and also manages the sales staff. He has worked for large agencies, insurance companies and even as a marketing manager for a third party administrator. He has even worked as a radio personality in his younger days. He is a major producer for the agency, and enjoys spending his time developing sound solutions for his clients. Doug is a graduate of Florida Southern College and has earned numerous degrees and certificates during his insurance career. He shares a unique bond with Owner, Jody Walker, where they both served as President of the Orlando Jaycees organization. When not fully engaged in the operations of Walker Insurance, Doug enjoys golf, raquetball, music and trivia. He is a rabid sports fan, following his Ohio State Buckeyes, Green Bay Packers, New York Yankees and Orlando Magic.
Susan J. Roy, ACSR - Personal Lines Manager
Susan was the first employee hired by Walker Insurance and Financial Services, Inc when it was founded on January 1, 1988. Her career began in Lake Placid, NY in 1984 and when her family relocated to Florida in 1986 they formed a relationship with the Walker family. Susan truly enjoys the long-term relationship she has with her clients. She takes pride in the fact that the personal lines department repeatedly holds an outstanding retention rate and continues to service many of the same clients over the past 20 years. Susan and her husband are extremely proud of their 2 daughters, both graduates of the University of Central Florida and successful members of the business community. Her fondness and love for her four young grandchildren are proudly displayed with many photos at her desk to share with her co-workers and clients.
Erica L. Bereczki - Life and Health Account Executive
Erica joined Walker Insurance in November of 2007 to enhance and manage the Life and Health Insurance division. Her insurance experience began almost 10 years ago, managing surgical and private practices, where she initiated provider relationships, processed claims, and worked one on one with patients to help them understand their coverage.Over 3 years ago, she moved over to the ‘other side’ of insurance, where she now help individuals and employers alike obtain affordable coverage. She is currently working toward her C.E.B.S. designation as well as her Bachelors degree in Business Administration.
Her greatest career accomplishment, is actually her present position. She loves being able to take a client through each stage of analyzing and implementing their employee benefit program, while increasing their employee incentives and staying within their budget, no matter how large or small. When she is not working with my clients, she loves spending time with her daughter and watching the Denver Broncos try to make their way to another Championship.
Deborah J. Hall, CIC, CRM, CRIS - Commercial Agent
Deborah started her career in insurance in 1995 with Johnson & Higgins, a large, privately- held insurance brokerage firm. Here she learned large account management utilizing a combination of insurance and risk management services. During her tenure, Deborah also assisted in the development and administration of controlled insurance programs (Wrap-Ups).
Industry changes gave Deborah the opportunity to pursue new directions, and she established her own firm which provided outsourced risk management services. This lead to a permanent position with one of Florida’s largest, independent insurance agencies.
Deborah has been with Walker Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. since June of 2004. Her initial objectives were to revamp as well as supervise the Commercial Lines Department. Since the middle of 2005, Deborah has focused on generating new business opportunities.
Continuing industry education is one of Deborah’s on-going objectives. She has earned the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Certified Risk Manager (CRM), and Construction Risk Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designations since receiving her 220 insurance license. She is currently pursuing the Accredited Advisor of Insurance (AAI) designation.
Deborah was raised in New Jersey but has lived in Central Florida since 1981. Her two girls, Jessica and Jamie, still live at home and attend Seminole Community College.
Our Commerical Lines Team
Emily Banks, Lisa Skinrud and Cheryl Dunn
Our Personal Lines Team
Susan Roy, Judy Odell and Sandy Michalski
Our Fantastic Support Staff
