Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Naples, FL
Since 2000, Gulf Coast Insurance has served as a trusted independent insurance agency for individuals, families, and businesses across Southwest Florida. Our commitment to exceptional service, competitive pricing, and personalized insurance solutions has earned us a reputation as a leading regional agency. We specialize in auto, home, flood, life, and business insurance, tailoring coverage to meet each client's unique needs. Our mission is to provide meaningful, personalized insurance coverage by listening to client needs and creating easy-to-understand solutions. As an independent agency, we work for our clients rather than a single carrier, offering access to multiple insurance companies, coverages, and price points.Our team of professionals is dedicated to delivering fast, friendly, and responsive service to clients in Naples, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, and surrounding areas. We take pride in our community involvement, having maintained core values of client care, education, and community support since our founding. With strong roots in the Naples insurance industry, we've built a vast network of carriers to offer rates and options unavailable through other agencies. Our approach combines decades of experience with a client-first mindset to ensure clients feel confident and supported in their insurance decisions.
Services
Vehicle Insurance
Home Insurance
Marine Insurance
Life Insurance
Business Insurance
Commercial Property
Bond Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer multiple insurance carriers, coverages, and price options
- Serving Southwest Florida for over 20 years
- We are local and part of your community
- Our team provides personalized insurance solutions
- We work for you, not one carrier
Services
Vehicle Insurance
Our vehicle insurance options include auto, motorcycle, commercial vehicle, and recreational vehicle coverage. We help clients compare quotes, understand rates, and select policies from top insurance companies. With flexible options for all vehicle types, our team ensures comprehensive protection tailored to individual driving needs and budget requirements.
Home Insurance
We offer personalized home insurance solutions including homeowners, flood, renters, and fire insurance. Our agents help clients compare policies, understand coverage options, and secure protection against common risks. Specializing in Florida's unique insurance landscape, we provide tailored solutions for both primary residences and investment properties across Southwest Florida.
Marine Insurance
Our marine insurance policies cover recreational and commercial vessels with protection for physical damage, liability, and medical payments. We insure jet skis, yachts, catamarans, and fishing boats with customized coverage options. Our team understands Florida's boating culture and provides specialized protection for both personal watercraft and commercial maritime operations.
Life Insurance
We provide term, whole, universal, and variable life insurance options to protect families' financial futures. Our agents offer expert guidance on policy selection, quote comparisons, and identifying appropriate coverage amounts. With access to multiple carriers, we help clients find solutions that match their life stage, financial goals, and family needs.
Business Insurance
Our business insurance products include commercial property, workers' compensation, bond insurance, and errors and omissions coverage. We serve diverse industries with tailored protection plans and competitive pricing. Our team helps businesses evaluate risks, understand policy options, and secure comprehensive coverage that protects operations and assets.
People
Albert Doria Jr.
President & CEO
Founder of Gulf Coast Insurance with over 25 years in the industry. Former claims adjuster and underwriter with expertise in insurance operations. Active community leader and youth sports coach with five children.
Jennifer Doria
Vice President of Finance
25-year educator with master's degree in education. Manages financial operations with extensive experience in academic administration and curriculum development. Active in community volunteer work.
Chadd Heersema
Director of Sales
Naples native with insurance expertise and Florida Gulf Coast University degree. Specializes in tailored insurance solutions with deep understanding of local market needs and lifestyle requirements.
Shelby Stoll
Office Manager - Florida
Personal lines renewal specialist with 15+ years at GCI. Social work graduate focused on customer service excellence. Active in local softball and country music communities while raising her daughter.
Angela Allen
Commercial Lines Agent
14-year GCI team member with commercial insurance expertise. Naples native and former Marine Corps member. Specializes in commercial risk assessment and coverage gap analysis for business owners.
Questions
What does it mean to be an independent insurance agency?
As an independent agency, we work for you rather than a single carrier, offering access to multiple insurance companies, coverages, and price points to find the best fit for your needs.
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide auto, home, marine, life, business, commercial property, and bond insurance solutions for individuals and businesses across Southwest Florida.
How can I get a quote?
You can request a quote online through our website or contact our office directly. Our team will help compare options from multiple carriers to find competitive pricing.
Do you serve areas outside Naples?
Yes, we serve clients in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Sarasota, Cape Coral, and surrounding areas throughout Southwest Florida.
What are your office hours?
Our offices are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed on weekends and for lunch daily from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
