Meet The Wilgus Team

Carolyn Bernier joined Wilgus Associates as an Association Manager in 2021. Carolyn has worked in the Property Management industry for 3 decades and is licensed in 3 states to include Delaware, Maryland and The District of Columbia. She is very familiar with Sussex County. As a child, she spent summer vacations with her family in Bethany Beach. She understands the value and beauty of the area and wants to help others share in this wonderful experience. Carolyn likes to run on the beach, play golf and tennis and read best sellers. She also enjoys spending time with her family who reside in Sussex County

Chris Givens began working for Wilgus Associates as a Property Manager in 2020. Previously, Chris worked in the restaurant industry, most recently as a General Manager for the Hooked Restaurant Group. His extensive customer service and management skills prepared the way for his new position with Wilgus Associates. Chris likes to be out in the communities, meeting homeowners and assisting board members with necessary tasks. In his free time Chris likes to play golf and basketball. He also enjoys spending time with his girls Charlotte and Zada and his wife Kylie.

Cindy, originally from Baltimore began as a part time resident in Ocean View, DE in 1990 and became a full time resident in 2004. After retiring from the US Postal Service in 2008 with over 30 years of service she took a well deserved break for 18 months. In 2010 when her son was accepted at the University of Delaware she decided to go back to work part time. Cindy began her second career in 2010 with Wilgus Associates as an administrative assistant in the Sales and Insurance Department. Cindy lives in Ocean View, DE with her son Ryan and granddaughter Cali. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, time at the beach and winter vacations skiing and snowboarding with friends.

David T. Wilgus is a 1981 graduate of Indian River High School and a 1985 graduate of the University of Delaware. He is a graduate of the Insurance Institute of America and is a member of The Society of Certified Insurance Counselors. In 1992, David was recognized as the Delaware Insurance Agent of the Year by the Delaware Field Representatives of Delaware. In 1996, he was elected President of the Independent Insurance Agents Association of Delaware. In 2002, 2004 and 2008, Wilgus Associates, Inc.'s Insurance Department was recognized as one of the top insurance agencies in the United States by Regan Consulting's Best Practices Survey. David is a Deacon of the Ocean View Church of Christ. He also is on the Board of Directors of Delaware National Bank and is an assistant Boy Scout Troop Leader for Troop 281. David resides in Ocean View with his wife Colleen and two sons Seth and Derek.

Joseph was born on April 10, 1959 in Philadelphia, Pa. He married his beautiful wife Anne Polichetti in 1985. Joe moved to Delaware in 1992. Joe and Anne have 6 children and 2 grandchildren and currently reside in Rehoboth Beach, DE. Joe has worked in the insurance industry since 1984. He has successfully completed Prudential Insurance Company's Professional Development Program in 1987. He was awarded the designation of LUTCF in 1990 by the Life Underwriting Training Council. He is currently working on obtaining the designation of CIC from The Society of Certified Insurance Counselors. Joe was the recipient of the National Leadership Award from the Republican Congressional Committee. Joe joined Wilgus Associates, Inc. in 1992 and he is currently the Commercial Insurance Lines Manager for the Lewes, DE office of Wilgus Associates, Inc. Joe is a respected businessman in the Lewes and Rehoboth Beach area and is currently an active member of the Rehoboth 1 Business Networkers International. Joe takes pride in giving his clients excellent service and making sure they have the proper coverage for their insurance needs. He is always accessible for his customers and will do what he says, when he says he is going to do it. Joe would like to review your current insurance coverage or develop a new insurance portfolio for you. His motto is: Second opinions are not only wise, they are free!

Kyle Brasure is a 2001 graduate of Indian River High School. Upon graduation Kyle began working for his family's restaurant business located in Bethany Beach. Kyle has also worked for 3 years in the automotive sales business. In 2009, Kyle began his insurance career by studying for and passing the Delaware Insurance Licensing Examination. Soon thereafter, Kyle enrolled in The Hartford School of Insurance and began his studies in commercial insurance. Upon completion of his schooling, Kyle obtained the professional designation of "Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist". In 2018 Kyle was designated Commercial Lines Manager, Kyle finds satisfaction in making the customer number one and will go above and beyond to be sure his clients are completely satisfied with his service. In Kyle's spare time you can find him playing paint-ball or surf fishing on Bethany Beach.

Machel is a year round rental agent with Wilgus Associates. She is a lifelong native of Sussex County and lives in Clarksville. She stays active in her church and community and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Nancy has been with Wilgus Associates, Inc. since 1996. She is the financial link of all departments of Wilgus Associates, Inc. aka “Controller”. The quality and integrity of the management and all the people she works with at Wilgus Associates, Inc. makes her proud to be a part of the extended Wilgus “family”. Aside from working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends at the beach, in the boat, and at any activity in which her children are involved.

Sandy, the Rental Accountant, began working at Wilgus Associates, Inc. in the Vacation Rental Department over 15 years ago. Sandy has over 25 years of experience in the banking industry and has proven to be a true asset to the company. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her 3 grandchildren, friends and family and riding her Harley with her husband.