We strive to provide quality insurance products to keep you protected.
Established in 1976 by Neil and Abby Friedman, Friedman Associates started as a Life and Health insurance agency. Since that time the agency has grown into a multifaceted organization that handles both commercial and personal insurance needs for thousands of individuals and businesses. For the last 47 years, Friedman Associates has delivered value, service, and insurance solutions to companies large and small. Our list of specialties continues to expand, and it includes Property and Casualty Insurance, Employee Benefits, Life Insurance and Retirement Plans.
At Friedman Associates, we understand the importance of establishing life-long relationships with our clients. We realize that customer satisfaction has been the cornerstone of our success and this focus has allowed our agency to continue to prosper. Our customer satisfaction policies have contributed to our active referral base. In short, we owe our growth to our satisfied clients.
Meet our amazing team
Our staff is extremely qualified to help your business grow
Howard Friedman,
CPCU, CBIA
President
Howard brings over 30 years’ experience to Friedman Associates with a background in property and casualty and an emphasis in construction, auto service and restaurant risks. Howard is a 1993 graduate from the University of Tennessee and a native of Virginia Beach.
Brad Johnson,
CBIA
Vice President / Commercial Lines Producer
Brad has been with Friedman Associates for more than 11 years and has 20 plus years of B2B sales experience. He has helped insure many types of businesses from contractors, restaurants, auto repair, manufacturers, health care, retail, and government contractors. Brad is a proud graduate of Old Dominion University and a native of Virginia Beach.
Michelle Castrillo
Personal Lines Producer
Michelle joined Friedman Associates in March 2024 with her vast knowledge of sales & service, she brought over 23 years of property & casualty experience to the Friedman family. She is a native of the Hampton Roads area, currently residing in Chesapeake. Michelle loves helping our customers and finding the best company to fit their personal insurance needs. In her free time Michelle enjoys volunteering with the local 4-H Livestock club working with the local youth. She also enjoys cooking, spending as much time as she can with her two grandsons and loves her cats Maverick & Phoenix and her dog Eric.
So give Michelle a call, she will be happy to help you with your personal insurance needs.
Chad Knapp
Employee Benefits Director
Chad brings 23 plus years of insurance experience to Friedman Associates. He also brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the voluntary benefits world from Aflac. Chad is a graduate of East Carolina University and a native of Virginia Beach.
Thomas Dunn
Employee Benefits Producer
Throughout his 35-year career Thomas has continually expanded his knowledge and experience to encompass a broad spectrum of disciplines including business and estate law, accounting, and insurance. He specializes in helping his clients avoid losses, reduce taxes, and guarantee retirement income. Thomas is active with the Society of Financial Service Professionals and serves as the 2nd Vice-President in the Tidewater Chapter. He is also a Certified Continuing Education Instructor, helping fellow agents attain professional accreditation.
John Woleben
Employee Benefits Producer
John brings 43 years’ experience to Friedman Associates with a background in corporate and personal life insurance. John is a member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors and the Society of Financial Service Professionals. He is past president of both local chapters and is the past Chairman of the Virginia Insurance Continuing Education Board. He is also a member of the Hampton Roads Estate Planning Council.
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