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Connette Bradley
Whether one-on-one, or with a group, Connette brings her enthusiasm for helping others to the table. With her background in education and over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, Connette has experienced multitudinous changes in the insurance arena, particularly health insurance. Realizing the overwhelming choices people have when selecting the best insurance coverage for themselves, their family and their situation, Connette gathered a team of seasoned agents to guide people through the daunting task of understanding plan benefits, subsidies, and the role insurance products play in protecting families and their assets. This group, NC Insurance Advisors, formed March 1, 2013 in preparation of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare or ACA) health insurance implementations effective January 1, 2014.
Connette is president of NC Insurance Advisors, Inc in Wilmington, NC where she resides. A graduate of Appalachian State University and licensed to sell insurance since 1985, Connette holds the Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow designation from the American College, and the Certified in Long-Term Care designation from the CLTC Board of Standards, Inc.
As a certified instructor for the NC Department of Insurance Continuing Education Program, Connette mentors new and seasoned agents. Connette is a two-time past president of the Coastal Association of Health Underwriters and promotes legislation favorable for the consumer. She calls herself the people's advocate for freedom in healthcare choices.
Connette is also a speaker, and volunteers in Wilmington and across NC. Connette may be contacted by email at Connette@NCInsuranceAdvisors.com.
Amanda Smith
Amanda Smith began her insurance career in the summer of 1989 as a full time producer selling all lines of insurance with NC Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance. In the fall of 1991 she was invited to join Port South Insurance Agency as a producer. Years later, Amanda became an owner/partner in Port South Insurance and continued her career as vice-president and a multi-line producer. In August of 2007 the three partners of Port South Insurance sold to Glasgow Hicks Company and Amanda moved to their office as a multi-line producer. After several company changes, in 2012 Amanda reduced her work responsibilities and began to focus only on life and health insurance, especially Medicare beneficiaries. She has represented BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina since 1989 and continues her relationship with BlueCross BlueCross of North Carolina for anyone Medicare eligible.
Amanda may be reached at Asmith62@ec.rr.com
Angel Watson
Angel is a lifelong resident of Wilmington with over 40 years of experience in customer service. She and her husband raised five children, who have blessed them with seven wonderful grandchildren. After initially seeking help from NC Insurance Advisors for her family’s health insurance, Angel later joined the team. She now serves as the Office Manager and is currently working towards obtaining her insurance license to become an agent. Angel has a true passion for helping people and loves connecting with clients every day. Outside of work, she enjoys sun tanning, cross-stitching, exploring her family history through genealogy, and is an avid book lover who’s always in the middle of a good read.
Angel may be reached at Angel@NcInsuranceAdvisors.com.
Alex Watson
Alex is originally from Wilmington and recently returned to the East Coast after spending six years in Colorado. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, being an aunt, visiting the beach, and traveling to new places. She is always eager to try new things and brings that open-minded, enthusiastic spirit to everything she does.
As a receptionist at NC Insurance Advisors, she is responsible for answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and ensuring smooth operations within the office. With six years of experience in skincare and retail, she has honed her ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while delivering exceptional customer service. She prides herself on being extremely organized and loves helping others feel heard and cared for. “My approach to work is rooted in the belief that treating others the way I would want to be treated is the key to building meaningful, positive relationships.”