Our Team

Amanda Brewer

Amanda joined the 925 Partners Team in 2020 as a Senior Account Executive. Prior to joining the team, she got her insurance career start in 2005 at Cecil W. Powell & Co as a Personal Lines CSR and Head of the Small Business Unit, where she also obtained her Customer Service (440) License and her ACSR designation. She obtained her Property & Casualty General Lines Agent (220) License in 2011. In 2014, she became manager of the Personal Lines Department at The Della Porta Group, Inc. She obtained her AIAM designation in 2018. With over 15+ years of experience in the Property & Casualty Industry, Amanda continues to further her knowledge in both Commercial & Personal Lines Insurance. She values the long term client relationships she has formed over the years and will strive to continue to build on them in her role here at 925 Partners.

Email: abrewer@925partners.com

Blake Rhodes

Co-Founder of 925 Partners, Blake graduated from the University of Mississippi with a bachelor’s degree in History and minor in Sociology. Blake obtained his license and began his career in insurance in 2011 with State Farm, where he specialized in property and casualty insurance and banking. He obtained his Life, Health and Variable Annuities License in 2012. In 2014, Blake opened an independent insurance agency in Jacksonville, Florida. His agency was routinely recognized for exceptional production and client service. Blake’s agency also garnered multiple national awards for life insurance production. He serves as a member of the Young Agents Council for the Florida Association of Insurance Agents, as well as a Trustee for the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce.

Email: brhodes@925partners.com

David C Hodges, Jr

David graduated from Liberty University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He continued his education at Jacksonville University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a master’s degree in Business Administration. David ascended rapidly in the automotive industry where he began his career as a sales executive in 1991. By 1994, David was the General Sales Manager for Duval Honda, and President and COO of Duval Acura by 1996. In 2004, David became the Executive Vice President and COO for Scott McRae Automotive Group, the parent company. In 2010, he became the President and CEO of Scott McRae Automotive Group where he oversaw 10 for-profit companies with more than 1,000 employees and over $750,000,000 in annual revenue. David founded Hodges Management Group in 2017 and co-founded 925 Partners. He serves as Chairman and CEO for both companies. David has served as President of the Jacksonville Automobile Dealers Association and Chairman of the Florida Automotive Dealers Association. He currently serves as Chairman of the Board for Episcopal School of Jacksonville and BlueClaws Baseball Foundation.

Email: dch@925partners.com

Evan Orth

A recent graduate of the University of South Alabama, Evan earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing and was Captain of the Jaguars football team. He earned his General Lines License in 2019, and he is excited to begin his insurance career by serving the business community in his hometown of Jacksonville.

Email: eorth@925partners.com

James Gilbert

Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, James played baseball at Chabot College in Hayward, CA. After being selected in the 2004 MLB Amateur Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers, he spent four years pitching in the minor leagues. Upon retirement, James moved to Jacksonville, FL and obtained a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Florida in Political Science, minoring in Education. He has spent the last 12 years in various leadership roles, expanding his professional network in Jacksonville and serving members of the community. James was recently elected to the Dreams Come True Horizon Board. He values meaningful, long-lasting relationships and being an asset to others’ personal development.

Email: jgilbert@925partners.com

Jonathan Wallace

Wallace joined 925 Partners in 2019 to lead the Commercial Insurance division for the agency. He most recently served as a Vice President with USI Insurance Services. He began his insurance career in 2014 with Brown & Brown Insurance. In his young career, Wallace has earned numerous honors for exceptional performance, including both local and national awards for sales production. Ultimately, his entrepreneurial spirit is what led him to 925 Partners. Wallace graduated from Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL. He was a member of the 2013 College Football National Championship Team and ACC Academic Honor Roll. He is an active member of the Rotary Club of Jacksonville, Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, and Florida Trucking Association.

Email: jwallace@925partners.com

Lora Brewer

Lora joined the 925 Partners team in 2020 as an Accounting Specialist/Commercial Administrator. A Jacksonville native, she brings over 40 years of insurance experience, getting her start in 1971 with Travelers Insurance, in the Commercial Lines Division. She has also worked for Harden Insurance as an Assistant Account Manager, Cecil W. Powell & Company as an Account Manager and most recently worked for The Della Porta Group as the Commercial Lines Account Manager/Accounting Administrator. Lora holds her Property & Casualty General Lines Insurance License. Her servant leadership is highly valued among her peers and she enjoys being able to help customers throughout every step of the insurance process.

Email: lbrewer@925partners.com

Sarah Lane

Sarah joined the 925 Partners Team in June 2019 as the Director of Agency Development. She graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management. Prior to 925 Partners, she was the Director of Corporate Development for the JAXSPORTS Council and served as the Executive Council Assistant to the Jacksonville City Council President. Sarah recently received her insurance license. She is a JAX Chamber Trustee member, sits on the Planning Committee for “A Night for Heroes- Benefiting UF Health TraumaOne” and the Hospitality Committee for the JAX Chamber Professional Women's Council. Sarah also serves on the Board of Directors for The Shircliff Society and High School 9:12

Email: slane@925partners.com

Austin Williams

Austin joined 925 Partners in 2020 to lead the personal insurance division for the agency. Austin started his career in insurance in 2010 at an independent agency in Jacksonville. In 2011, he graduated from the University of North Florida with a degree in business administration. He obtained his license for General Lines that same year and his Life, Health, and variable annuities license a few years later. In early 2012, Austin accepted a position in Gainesville with a successful independent agency where he eventually became their personal lines team leader and was the top producer for personal lines. He is excited to aid in the growth at 925 Partners and build lasting relationships in Jacksonville.

Email: awilliams@925partners.com

Thomas Starnicky

Tom Starnicky joined 925 Partners in 2020 to bolster the Transportation Division. His previous experience includes serving as Director of Sales with a focus in commercial trucking and freight insurance. Prior to the insurance industry, Tom worked as a commodity and futures trader for Andrie Trading Company in Chicago, including serving as head of the futures department. Tom earned his bachelor’s degree in Economics from Lake Forest College where he was a four-year letterman in Football and served as captain his senior year.

Tiffany Willis

Tiffany joined the 925 Partners Team February 2021 as a Senior Transportation Specialist. She comes to us from Assured Partners of GA/Fleet Risk Management where she began working with trucking companies on their everyday needs as a CSR before moving into a marketing role where she assisted fleet and non-fleet producers on quoting, proposing and binding coverage on new business and renewal trucking accounts. Tiffany discovered her niche in trucking insurance at Fleet Risk. With her displayed trucking insurance knowledge, customer relations, and accounting experience, Tiffany proves an invaluable member of our rapidly growing Trucking Division. Her generous nature and genuine interest in her clients’ business guarantees to provide first-rate customer service and obtain the finest quotes attainable.

Email: twillis@925partners.com

Tiffany Johnson

Tiffany joined the 925 Partners Team in February 2021 as a Client Service Specialist for the Personal Lines division. Born and raised in Jacksonville, FL, Tiffany got an early start in customer service right out of high school, specializing in the mortgage servicing industry. From there, she moved to a customer service position with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of South Carolina, specializing in assisting customers during the Open Enrollment period for health insurance. Tiffany has also worked as a home health care assistant for families in need. Grounded in parallel values to 925 Partners, nothing comes before Tiffany’s inherent work ethic but integrity.

Email: tjohnson@925partners.com

Danielle Wilkinson

Danielle comes to 925 Partners with 14 years experience in the insurance industry. She started as a receptionist and worked her way up to an account manager in both Personal and Commercial Lines. In 2011 she earned her Property & Casualty General Lines 220 agent license. To further her insurance career, Danielle is currently working towards obtaining her CISR Designation. Her love for helping others motivates her to excel in her duties as a commercial lines account manager here at 925 Partners.

Email: dwilkinson@925partners.com

Lacey Cereijo

Lacey Cereijo joined the 925 Partners team March 2021 as a Customer Service Representative. She comes to us from KCE Transportation, where she served as the DOT Safety and Compliance Manager. This role provided extensive knowledge and experience in compliance with State and Federal regulations regarding transportation and workplace safety. Lacey's strong customer service skills and desire to always do the right thing and care for others makes her an asset to 925 Partners.

Email: lcereijo@925partners.com

Shelby Harris

Shelby began her insurance career in 2013 at a local Geico office in Gainesville where she focused on personal lines polices. She went on to earn multiple awards between 2013-2018 for being a top producer in both Auto and Home insurance. Shelby got her start in Commercial Lines in 2019 when she accepted a position with an independent agency in Gainesville. With her background in personal lines, she was quickly able to learn and adapt to the commercial world. She values building strong client relationships and enjoys getting to watch her client’s businesses grow and succeed.

Email: sharris@925partners.com

Simon Michael

Born and raised in Jacksonville, Simon graduated in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of North Florida. In 2017, while Dean of Students for Duval County Public Schools, he was selected as a Semifinalist for the Teacher of the Year. The nomination and board review reflected his relationship building, clear communication, and partnership with mental health resources. After various leadership roles in and out of the classroom, Simon joined 925 Partners Insurance to continue his passion for meaningful relationships and education. He values being a dependable asset for clients and providing phenomenal customer experiences.

Email: smichael@925partners.com

Kyle Black

Kyle is a recent graduate of the University of Mississippi with a degree in Risk Management and Insurance. He did an internship for the American Trucking Association in Washington D.C. in 2020 and started as an intern in the Transportation Division for 925 Partners in early 2021 and was quickly promoted to Junior Account Executive in the Transportation Division. Kyle has obtained his Customer Service 440 License and is in the process of obtaining his Property & Casualty General Lines 220 agent license. Kyle is a natural born leader and was captain of his high school wrestling team here in Jacksonville, FL. He has become a valuable asset to 925 Partners and is looking forward to a long and thriving career in insurance.

Email: kblack@925partners.com

Tiffany Johnson

Tiffany joined the 925 Partners Team in February 2021 as a Client Service Specialist for the Personal Lines division. Born and raised in Jacksonville, FL, Tiffany got an early start in customer service right out of high school, specializing in the mortgage servicing industry. From there, she moved to a customer service position with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of South Carolina, specializing in assisting customers during the Open Enrollment period for health insurance. Tiffany has also worked as a home health care assistant for families in need. Grounded in parallel values to 925 Partners, nothing comes before Tiffany’s inherent work ethic but integrity.

Email: tjohnson@925partners.com