Last month, more than 550 team members of sales producers, operations leaders, agency partners and special guests gathered in Tampa, Florida, for Foundation Risk Partners’ (FRP) 4th Annual Sales Summit.
During three exciting days, Tampa played host to an immersive agenda filled with department meetings, team collaboration, sales-goal kickoffs and meaningful recognition for those who made a measurable impact toward last year’s annual goals. This year’s theme, “I Am the Storm,” reflected FRP’s shared mindset and determination to face challenges head-on, overcome headwinds and lead with confidence rather than react to change. At the helm was FRP Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Charlie Lydecker, who brought the theme to life through a compelling blend of historical perspective and insight into today’s insurance landscape. His message reinforced the power of collective strength, adaptability and purpose across the organization.
Additional highlights to the annual event were the entertaining keynote speaker, magician and mentalist, Jon Petz, Office Awards of Excellence recognized and the Impact Awards Gala (shared below), which celebrated top‑performing team members and agency partners for their outstanding achievements and contributions. We extend a sincere thank you to the many individuals who worked behind the scenes to make this event a true success.
Congratulations to 2026 FRP Impact Award Recipients and Agency Partners
IT Support Person of the Year: Scharlene Borgos, FRP Corporate
Property & Casualty Momentum Award: Vik Patel, Acentria
Specialty Division Office of the Year: StarLine
Cross Collaborator of the Year: Mitchell Gerber, MSG Consulting
Mentor of the Year: Michael Lucas, FRP West Region
Rising Star, Commercial Lines: Morgan Reid, Acentria
Rising Star, Employee Benefits: Riley Welter, Corporate Synergies
Rookie of the Year, Commercial Lines: Mandy Brock, FRP Florida
Rookie of the Year, Employee Benefits: Matt Simpson, Corporate Synergies
Top Personal Lines Office of the Year: Coastal Insurance (Acentria)
Producer of the Year, Private Client, Personal Lines: Craig Barnet, MSG Consulting
Producer of the Year, Private Client/Financial Services: Thomas Gramigna, The Warner Companies
Producer of the Year, Employee Benefits: John Crable, Corporate Synergies
Producer of the Year, Commercial Lines: Terry Gordon, FRP Kentucky
New Agency of the Year: Advus Financial Partners
Agency of the Year: Fairview Insurance