Thomas E. Sears, Inc. was founded in 1919 on the premise that a combination of hard work with the rendering of prompt, efficient and accurate service will make for successful relationships between the company and clients.
The founder Thomas E. Sears, known to employees and clients alike as Tom, passed on his values and ideals to both of his sons Thomas E. Sears, Jr. and Richard W. Sears as they took reins of the family business. Tom Sears would be proud to see that his original ideas for the company have grown and expanded throughout the years.
Today Rick and Ben continue to embrace his strong sense of business ethics by providing top notch service while valuing employees that share the same drive and initiative.
Thomas E. Sears
Founder 1919 & President until 1958
Richard W. Sears
Vice President & Director until 1973
Thomas E. Sears Jr
President & Director until 1976
Rick began his insurance career as an underwriter for the Shelby Mutual Insurance Company and subsequently with the Kemper Group of Insurance Companies. He received his broking training from Price Forbes and Company, Ltd., London, England. Before becoming President of Thomas E. Sears, Inc. in 1976, Rick held the office of Executive Vice President. Rick is a licensed Massachusetts Property and Casualty Insurance Broker and Advisor. He holds an undergraduate degree in Insurance and Finance, as well as, an MBA, from Northeastern University.
