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Charissa JoachimowskiPhoneREALTOR® and Rental ManagerSend an Email302-539-7511 x3006
Charissa has vacationed in Bethany since she was 8 years old and fell in love with the area many years ago. She chose to make this her permanent residence in April 1988. Charissa began working for Wilgus Associates, Inc's Summer Rental Department in 1988 and is proud to be part of the company for over 28 years. In 2018 Charissa became the Vacation Rental Manager. She is familiar with what will rent the best and what vacationers are looking for when they venture to the Bethany Beach area. Her awareness of the real estate needs, availability, and the market in Sussex County led her to begin Residential and Commercial Sales. Her greatest reward is in helping make other peoples "Dreams Come True." Being a mother of 3 girls and grandmother of three, she finds life very rewarding and Wilgus Associates, Inc. has been very accommodating to her family life. Charissa loves sunsets, nature, photography, fishing, boating and the tranquility of the bay and ocean.Chris GivensPhoneProperty ManagerSend an Email302-539-7511 X3026
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.Christina PritchettPhoneInsurance Agent (Commercial Lines)Send an Email(302)-645-9215 x103
Christina is a life-long local of Sussex County, primarily the Long Neck area. Currently, she resides in Laurel with her family! She has been working in many aspects of customer service for over thirty years. She began working in the Insurance Industry in 2003. Wilgus Associates, Inc. encourages continuous education and personal growth, with which, she has obtained The Certified Insurance Service Representative designation, CISR, in 2005 and The Certified Professional Insurance Agent, CPIA, in 2007! She was voted Insurance Woman of the Year in 2005-2006 by the Insurance Woman of Sussex County. She enjoys obtaining commercial polices for consumers at a value without sacrificing needed coverage's! She loves talking with the local customers about the areas changes and being the first to welcome newcomers to the beach!Cindy HallPhoneAdministrative AssistantSend an Email302-539-7511 x3001
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.Crystal DempseyPhoneREALTOR and Vacation Rental SpecialistSend an Email302-539-7511 X3008
Crystal is a life long native of Sussex County and attended Indian River High School. After graduating she enlisted in the United States Air Force and served her Country from 1994 to 1999 as a Security Forces Specialist (MP). She specializes in vacation rentals but also does sales. Crystal has been with Wilgus Associates since 1999. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She is also an avid bowler and has awards for her many honor scores including a perfect game.David WilgusPhoneInsurance Agent (Commercial Lines), Secretary and TreasurerSend an Email(302) 539-7511 x3023David WilgusInsurance Agent (Commercial Lines), Secretary and Treasurer
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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.Denee BivensPhoneInsurance Agent, Personal LinesSend an Email302-539-7511 x3003
Denee’ Bivens is a 2020 graduate from Indian River Highschool. She has lived in Delaware her whole life along with a lot of her family members who have lived here their whole lives as well. She recently passed her Property & Casualty test in order to become a licensed insurance agent working in personal lines. Right now she works in Excess Line Renewal & Endorsement. She began working at Wilgus Associates in September of 2019 through the Indian River High School Co-Op program.. She enjoys working with Wilgus Associates because they are a very nice and helpful group of people who look out for each other. Denee’ LOVES spending time with her friends and family and hopes that the Covid-19 pandemic is over soon sol life can get back to normal.Denise IsellaPhoneYear Round Rental BookkeepingSend an Email302-539-7511 x3009
I relocated with my husband and started working at Wilgus Associates in Sept. of 2015. We enjoy the beach and spending time with friends and family.Derek WilgusPhoneInsurance Agent (Commercial Lines)Send an Email302-539-7511 x3027
Derek Wilgus was born and raised in Sussex County and is very proud to be the 4th generation to work in the family business. He graduated from West Virginia University in 2020 where he studied Entrepreneurship & Innovation, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree. Shortly after graduating WVU, Derek began working at Wilgus Associates and studying for the Delaware property and casualty insurance exam which he passed in August. Derek is now a commercial insurance agent who is dedicated to giving his clients the best service and experience possible. In Derek’s spare time, you can find him fishing all over Sussex County.Donna SzymanskiPhoneREALTOR and Vacation Rental SpecialistSend an Email302-539-7511 x3021
Donna relocated to Ocean View, DE from Eldersburg, MD in 2014. Co-owner/retired from a family owned Construction Company in 2008. Volunteers her time with various animal shelters/rescues networking & fundraising for homeless animals. Enjoys entertaining & spending time with family & friends.Jodi ThompsonPhoneREALTOR and Director of Property ManagementSend an Email302-539-7511 x3025
Jodi brings more than two decades of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience to the communities / Boards that we provide service to. She has assisted and worked alongside many local and regional CPA firms as they perform the compilation, review or audit process for our clients. She is a licensed Delaware Realtor. Jodi currently resides in Fenwick Island with her husband and two children.Joe PolichettiPhoneInsurance Agent (Commercial Lines)Send an Email302-645-9215 x102
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!Kim BaileyPhoneInsurance Agent (Commercial Lines)Send an Email302-539-7511 x3022
Kim Bailey is a native Delawarean, born and raised in Newark. Kim graduated from Christina High School in 1982. She attended Wilmington College on a volleyball scholarship; obtaining an Associate’s Degree in Behavioral Science. She also was named to the 1985 East Coast All American Volleyball team. Kim brings with her a life time of customer service experience and strong work ethic from her early years working in her parents commercial flooring business. Kim also brings 20 years of commercial insurance customer service experience. Prior relocating to Lewes in 2011, with her husband Russell, a Lewes native, Kim worked as a commercial insurance agent in Wilmington and suburban Philadelphia, focusing on large commercial accounts. Kim is still actively playing volleyball and softball.Kyle BrasurePhoneInsurance Agent (Commercial Lines Manager)Send an Email302-539-7511 x3015
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.Kylie GivensPhoneREALTOR®Send an Email302-539-7511 x3002
Kylie Wilgus Givens is a 2001 graduate of Indian River High School and a 2006 graduate of Goldey Beacom College where she obtained a Bachelors degree in Marketing Management. In 2007 she obtained her Real Estate License and joined her dad, Michael in the family business as the 4th generation of Wilgus Associates Inc. Currently, Kylie is a full time Real Estate Sales agent. In 2019 Kylie completed the Delaware Real Estate Brokers Course and received her brokers licence. As a lifelong native to Bethany Beach she has a unique appreciation and understanding of the resort area. In her spare time she enjoys the beach life, traveling and spending time with family and friends. Call or email Kylie with all of your Real Estate needs.Machel GibbsPhoneREALTOR and Year Round Rental AgentSend an Email302-539-7511 x3049
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.Maria LeasePhoneInsurance AgentSend an Email302-539-7511 x3047
Maria Lease is an Insurance agent in the personal lines department . She comes to us with over 30 years in banking, financial planning and insurance support experience. Maria and her family recently relocated to Delaware and are now enjoying the comforts of home in Dagsboro. She enjoys spending her free time with family & friends on the beach, and boating, fishing on the water.Michael WilgusPhonePresident, BrokerSend an Email302-539-7511
Michael L. Wilgus is a 1977 graduate of Indian River High School and a 1981 graduate of the University of Delaware. Michael became part of Wilgus Associates in 1981 and has progressed within the company, beginning as a clerk in the Summer Rental Department, followed by becoming a Rental Agent, Real Estate Sales Agent, Associate Broker, Vice President of Wilgus Associates, Broker of Record, and in 2002 became the President of Wilgus Associates, Inc. Michael is a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI) and holds the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation from the Realtors National Marketing Institute, an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors. He is also a member of the Ocean View Church of Christ, and a past President of both the Bethany-Fenwick Chamber of Commerce and the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company. Currently, Michael sits on the Advisory Board of the Friends of the South Coastal Library and on the Board of Directors for Beebe Healthcare, http://www.beebehealthcare.org/html/news.cfm. As a lifetime resident of Bethany Beach, Michael enjoys spending time with his family, fishing on his boat and traveling.Nancy HitchensPhoneBookkeeperSend an Email302-539-7511 x3014
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.Patty EmlerPhoneInsurance Agent, ManagerSend an Email302-539-7511 x3012
Patty has been employed with Wilgus Associates, Inc. in Bethany Beach for 14 years and has held the title of Personal Lines manager for the past 4 years. Emler has served as President of Insurance Women of Sussex County in 2000 and 2005 and was designated Insurance Woman of the year 3 of the last 5 years. Patty also served as the Delaware State Director for the National Association of Insurance Women International (NAIL) in 2002 and 2003. Patty’s knowledge of insurance and passion for serving others makes her a valued resource and huge contributor to the success of Wilgus Associates, Inc. In her free time she enjoys bowling, shopping, relaxing by her pool, hanging out with friends and family and spoiling her Dauschhund, Raisin. Patty currently resides in Dagsboro with her husband John and son Sean.Peggy HollegerPhoneInsurance AgentSend an Email302-645-9215
Peggy has been working in the Insurance field since 2000 and joined Wilgus Associates in 2005. Her specialty is Personal Lines. Before she began in insurance, she was employed in banking. Peggy lives in Georgetown and has 3 grown children. She is also a Mary Kay Consultant & Premier Designs Jeweler . She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, the beach, boating, antique/junk shops.Sandy PutzPhoneREALTOR and Vacation Rental AccountingSend an Email302-539-7511 x3010
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.Shannon KellerPhoneInsurance AgentSend an Email302-539-7511 x3019
My family moved to Delaware in 2004, we enjoy the outdoors such as camping, fishing, crabbing & hunting. In 2009 I self-studied and obtained my State of Delaware license for Property & Casualty then moved on and obtained my Life & Health license. I enjoy working & helping people understand their insurances.Teresa RogersPhoneAssociate BrokerSend an Email302-645-9215
As a native of Sussex County, Teresa is familiar with all this area has to offer. From the beaches to the inland property, Teresa can help you find the home or property of your dreams. Teresa is very active in her community and enjoys spending time with family and friends. Call her for all your Real Estate needs.Theresa HayesPhoneInsurance AgentSend an Email302-645-9215 x105
Theresa Hayes has been in the Personal Lines Insurance Business for the past 20 years. Prior to that she has worked in the Real Estate Business . Theresa has joined Wilgus Associates on 2013. She enjoys driving on the beach with her family from PA in the summertime. Also likes going out fishing and crabbing with her sister, who recently moved to De when she retired. Theresa Moved to Rehoboth Beach back in 1984 and has enjoyed the Slower Lower Delaware lifestyle, after growing up outside of Philadelphia.Tristan SmythPhoneCommercial Lines Account ExecutiveSend an Email302-539-7511 x 3027
Tristan is a Bethany beach local and an Indian River high school class of 2014 graduate. He has worked for his family’s restaurant Turtle Beach Café and other local restaurants until summer 2020 when he got licensed and began his career as a commercial lines insurance producer at Wilgus associates. He spends his free time lifting weights or at the beach fishing and enjoying the ocean.



