History
Mission
Vision
Business Affiliations
Servicing Staff
Companies Represented
History
Middleton & Company was founded by the Middleton's in 1937, as a small insurance agency serving Northern NJ and local bordering states of PA and NY.
In 1969 Eli Gaynor joined the agency. Eli led the transformation of Middleton & Company into a progressive, growth oriented agency and upon retirement of the Middleton's, assumed the Presidency, further expanding its boundaries in growth and scope through specialization.
In 1979 Richard Gaynor joined Middleton & Company Insurance Agency, creating and marketing a variety of specialized insurance programs designed to protect and enhance the future financial stability of their clients. As Middleton & Company expanded, adding insurance specialists to its staff; the company required larger quarters and in 1989 the Agency built its present location allowing greater space for efficiency. Richard assumed the presidency of Middleton & Company in 1995, continuing the commitment to providing business solutions for their clients while maintaining strong profitable growth.
Richard's educational background includes his degree in Business Administration. Additional educational designations received are from The Society of Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC) and the prestigious Certified Risk Manager (CRM). Richard has extensive board participation experience having served on over 10 public and industry boards, and continues to be an active member of various industry leadership committees.
My Son David just graduated Monmouth University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and joined the agency in January, 2008. David will be the 3rd generation. David brings with him the latest business technology and a fresh young mind, spirit and energy
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Mission
Middleton & Company is a professional and trusted advisor providing
innovative Insurance Protection Solutions. We take time to inform you,
our clients, of the best coverage and cost effective options. Providing
solutions, clear communication, frequently, so you can make informed
decisions and feel confident that your concerns are thoroughly
addressed. We use a three layered approach: Loss control, Risk
Management/Risk Transfer and the ultimate backstop: the Insurance
coverages; to protect your future financial stability.
We strive to afford confidence and security, for your peace of mind.
Understanding the best solution is the one we would expect for
ourselves. We keep you so satisfied, you NEVER even think about leaving
us.
"How you make your money is YOUR Business, how you protect it, is OUR Business!"
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Vision
Our vision is to be the premier Insurance protection provider in the
Tri-State area for small and medium size businesses including personal
lines and Group Benefits, for those clients who appreciate a Trusted
Advisor relationship.
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Servicing Team
Middleton & Company is a service-oriented firm, dedicated to providing you with the prompt and expert service you expect. Our service team is ready to assist you with all your insurance needs.
If you would like to contact any one of us by e-mail, please click on our name.
Richard D. Gaynor, CIC, CRM
Industry Experience:
1980 to present
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President
- Commercial Insurance Counselor (CIC)
- Certified Risk Manager ( CRM)
- New Jersey License: Property, Casualty, Life & Health
- Member Board of Directors of The Independent Insurance Agents of Morris-Sussex Counties
- Insurance Consultant
- Member of the Society of Certified Insurance Counselors – since 1991
- Insurance Counselor – Property Owners Association (POA) since 1979
- Member of State Strategy team for the CNA Insurance Company
- Professional insurance school & continuing insurance curriculum
- Member of CNA Pacer Council
- Chairperson of CNA Competition Committee
- President Award Agency for Liberty/Peerless Insurance Company
- Board of Trustees member of The Hilltop School, Development Chairman
- Board of Directors member of New Jersey Land Improvement Contractors (NJLICA)
- Board of Directors of Buildersand Remodelers Assoc of NJ (BRANNJ)
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Eli A. Gaynor
Industry Experience:
1969 to present |
Chairman of the Board
- Agency Consultant
- Former insurance consultant for American Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
- Former member – CNA’s Agent Advisory Panel
- Past Board of Directors/Morris/Sussex Chapter Independent Insurance Agents Association
- New York University – College of Mechanical Engineering
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Linda A. DiDonato, CIC, CISR, CPIW, DAE
Industry Experience:
1977 to present
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Office Manager
- Daily Office Management
- Account Manager - Management
- New Jersey License: Property, Casualty, & Health
- Professional insurance school & continuing insurance curriculum
- Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)
- Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR)
- Certified Professional Insurance Women (Designation-CPIW)
- Member of National Association of Insurance Women - Sussex County
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AnnMarie Cieplinski
Industry Experience:
2000 to present
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Commercial Underwriting Assistant
- Assistant to Commercial Underwriters
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Karyn Cichocki
Industry Experience:
1980 to present
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Commercial Underwriting Assistant
- Account & financial management
- Personnel supervisor
- Licensed NJ Notary
- Associates Degree Accounting & Business
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Gary McLaughlin
Industry Experience:
Over 25 years
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Life, Health & Employee Benefits:
- Life, Health & Benefits Consultant
- New Jersey License: Life & Health
- Professional insurance school and continuing insurance curriculum
- Member of National Association of Health Underwriters
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| Maryann B. Gramo, CIC
Industry Experience:
1976 to present
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Personal Account Manager
- Account Servicing Manager - Personal Accounts
- Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)
- New Jersey License: Property, Casualty, Life & Health
- Member of Society of Certified Insurance Counselors - since 1999
- Bachelors Degree - English
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David Gaynor, AAI
Industry Experience:
2008 to present |
Account Executive
- Accredited Adviser in Insurance (AAI)
- New Jersey License: Property & Casualty
- New Business Underwriting
- Associate in Information Technology
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Cindy Smith-Sebasto
Industry Experience:
2006 to present
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Marketing Assistant
- Provide administrative support for president, human resources, sales team and marketing executives
- Coordinate internal and external events such as trade shows, seminars, conferences
- Project coordinator for direct mail marketing campaigns
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David Malkin
Industry Experience:
Over 30 years
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Life, Disability, Benefits, Estate Planning and Investments
- Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
- Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
- Member of The Association for Advanced Life Underwriting (AALU)
- Qualifying and Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table
- Member of the Top of the Table
- Board of the Life & Health Foundation for Education
- Board of the Standard & Poors Agent Advisory Council
- Board of the New Jersey Chapter of the Council of Growing Companies
- Given Testimony to The United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs on Banking and Insurance
- Past President of the New York State Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
- Past President of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
- Approved Sponsor of continuing education for certified public accountants under the New Jersey Board of Accountancy in Finance, Management Advisory Services, and Taxation
- Appeared in Forbes, Fortune Magazine, Investors Daily, Life Insurance Selling, and Advisor Today
- President and Chief Executive Officer of New Jersey Life and Casualty, Inc. (NJL&C)
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Anita Reynolds
Industry Experience:
1987 to present
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Assistant to Underwriters
- Agency Receptionist
- Customer Service/Billing
- Assists with general office duties
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