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Laura Donnaway

Sales

Laura will be part of FA’s sales team. One of her main reasons for coming over is to relieve herself of managerial responsibilities and to focus on sales. With a wealth of experience, she will also be a mentor to the younger staff.

  • Laura worked at Aetna Casualty & Surety from 1989 to 1991
  • She worked at Alvarez-Donnaway-Passons/Donnaway Insurance from 1992 to 2021
  • She graduated from Loyola University in 1988 and obtained a B.A. in History
  • She has her CIC designation and is working toward her CPCU
  • She is IIAGNO past president
  • She was on the IIABL state board of directors from 2004 to 2010
  • She is a former agent advisory board member to the commissioner of Insurance

Laura’s current volunteer work:

  • Girl Scout Troop Leader
  • Jefferson Parish Ethics and Compliance Commission
  • Board of Governors, Women’s Guild of the New Orleans Opera

“Some insurance agencies take the — once a year annual review approach — and then there are those that wish to sell you the product of the month. We are pleased that Mark and his team offer neither. We are delighted that we have found such trusted advisors in the insurance industry.”

Jimmy and Misty Strickland, owners
Strickland Enterprises, LLC - Hose Specialty and Supply

“For over a decade Financial Assurance, LLC has handled our business and personal insurance. Their capable staff is efficient and provide us dependable, quality service. It is a pleasure doing business with people so dedicated and conscientious.”

Norman T. Joseph, president
Ideal Appliance Parts, Inc.

“About 40 years ago we were searching for an insurance agent that could meet all of our insurance needs. We needed more than just business, home, auto, flood, property and boat insurance. We needed an advisor. We found what we were looking for, when an associate introduced us to the Fruchtnicht family.”

Gaynell Crespo, General Manager
Precise Printing Corp., Kenner, LA

“My company has been doing business with Financial Assurance for over 25 years. Mark and his staff have been exceptional in adapting to our needs as our company has grown over the years. They service our account throughout the year, not just at renewal time.”

George Messina
Messina’s Catering, Kenner, LA

“Mark and his team stay on top of our account and give us outstanding service, not only when there is a problem, but also when there are smooth seas. I would recommend Financial Assurance strongly to anyone. It’s not easy to be impressed with any company for over 30 years.”

Rodney Rice Jr., President
Fitness Expo, Metairie, LA

“In 1997, when I purchased the family business; my father gave me some advice: The three most important people in your business life are your lawyer, your banker, and your insurance agent. Mark Fruchtnicht and Financial Assurance have been by my side since day 1. Thanks for the advice, Dad!”

Timothy Fitzpatrick, owner
Christmas Depot/Floral Enterprises, Kenner, LA