Team
John Yasik, CIC
President & Senior Insurance Advisor
(302) 453-8963
John began his insurance career in 1983 with The Travelers Insurance Company. In 1991, he joined Poland & Sullivan Insurance as a Commercial Insurance Advisor. John became President and equal stockholder along with his business partner Andre Hoeschel in 2003. John’s primary duties today consist of providing insurance advice to our commercial and personal customers. The designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) was conferred upon him in 2005 by The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research.
John has served on regional producer councils for Travelers, C.N.A. Insurance and Donegal Insurance Companies. Since 1989, he has also served as an instructor at the University of Delaware’s Small Business Development Center.
In 2007, John was elected as Chairman of the Delaware Association of Insurance Agents & Brokers (DAIAB) and later that year was recognized as the 2007 Delaware Insurance Agent of the Year. In addition, in 2008, John was awarded the highest honor possible by the Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland Independent Insurance Agents Group for his work in creating the DAIAB.
John is a life long resident of Delaware having graduated from Archmere Academy and the University of Delaware.
Andre Hoeschel, AIF®, ChFC®, CLTC
Vice President
(302) 738-0112
A graduate of the University of Delaware with a B.S. Degree in Business Administration. While at the University of Delaware, Andre was a member of the Cross Country and Track and Field teams. He takes pride in being active in various community and charitable programs. He founded “The 5K for Bruce”, a running race to benefit a high school friend and other individuals paralyzed due to unfortunate circumstances. The event raised more than $100,000. He was also co-founder of the Fourth of July Neighborhood Relays, a mainstay holiday attraction for over 20 years. Andre grew up in Newark, Delaware and now resides in Hockessin, Delaware. He is married with 3 children and enjoys spending time with his family, health and physical fitness, and helping in the community.
Andre is a member of numerous professional organizations (including those below) which affords him the opportunity to keep abreast of current trends, laws and best practices.
AIF® - “Accredited Investment Fiduciary”, a designation awarded by fi360. Fi360 is a group of Fiduciary-minded advisors who work with investors and plan sponsors to help them achieve their financial goals while providing the knowledge that comes from a fiduciary standard of loyalty and care.
ChFC® - Chartered Financial Consultant, a designation awarded by The American College. Advanced planning for every person, every need. That’s the promise of a ChFC® (Chartered Financial Consultant®). Comprised of nine college-level courses that address all aspects of financial planning, with a focus on the practical applications of those principles based on real-life case studies. The designation requires more courses than any other financial planning credential.
CLTC -"Certified in Long-Term Care," a designation granted for Long-Term Care Certification. CLTC graduates have completed a rigorous multidisciplinary course that focuses on the profession of long-term care.
Becky Husfelt
Personal Insurance Advisor
Becky Husfelt is not affiliated or registered with Cetera Advisor Networks LLC. Any information provided by Becky Husfelt is no way related to Cetera Advisor Networks LLC or its registered representatives.
Sarah Gianakon
Commercial Account
Sarah Gianakon is not affiliated or registered with Cetera Advisor Networks LLC. Any information provided by (Sarah Gianakon ) is no way related to Cetera Advisor Networks LLC or its registered representatives.
Cindy Serrano*
Controller
(302) 453-8963
In 2004 Cindy received her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from University of South Florida. She has over 20 years’ experience working in various accounting roles including Senior Accountant and Full-Charge bookkeeper. In...
Missy Simpson, CISR
Personal Insurance Advisor
(302) 453-8963
Missy has been in the insurance industry for over 20 years and joined Poland & Sullivan in September 2007. She excels in writing High-Valued Homes and the luxury vehicles that go with them. Give Missy a call or send her an e-mail. She...
Rebecca L. Leote, CISR
Senior Commercial Account Manager
(302) 453-8963
Becky has been working in the insurance industry for over 30 years. The majority of her work has been in Commercial Lines. Becky joined the staff of Poland & Sullivan Insurance April 2002 as a Customer Service Representative working...
Jonathan C. Yasik
Associate Insurance Advisor
(302) 453-8963
Nancy S. Short
Financial Services Assistant & Health Insurance Advisor
(302) 453-8963
Becky Husfelt
Personal Insurance Advisor
Sarah Gianakon
Commercial Account