CORINTHIAN INSURANCE AGENCY - Key Persons
Amy grew up in a small town in Maine, riding from the time she was seven. She competed in both dressage and hunter classes at the local level, and still has a closet full of Breyer horses which were her prized possessions when young. Amy graduated from the University of Maine in Orono and lived in Virginia before settling in Massachusetts with her husband. She is an avid fan of the Red Sox, Patriots and Bruins. When not in the office, Amy can be found in the garden, reading, or cooking up some healthy (or not so healthy!) dish. Time with family and friends plays an important role in her life.
When asked about why she got into insurance, Amy said, "I was looking for a new challenge, and when I saw there was insurance for horses and farms, I had to look into it! Plus, it was a part time career to begin with, which allowed me to participate in my son's life more fully, volunteering in the classroom, being a soccer coach and watching him play sports. Now that he is on his own, I enjoy working full time and talking to the many people we work with, helping them protect what's important in their lives." Amy Richards is a Massachusetts licensed Property & Casualty agent and has the Agribusiness and Farm Insurance Specialist (AFIS) and Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) designations, and she also runs the office here at Corinthian Insurance.
Bob was born and raised in Medway, Massachusetts where he currently resides. He has been a member of the horse world for over 35 years; working as barn manager, show road manager, groom, and has also worked in the feed and fence construction business. His hobbies include: fishing, camping, and biking. He enjoys country music, reading, watching old movies and sports, and is very knowledgeable in American History. Bob is a MA licensed Property & Casualty agent and serves as Corinthian's very own Field Agent. He frequently travels around to farms to conduct insurance site surveys for Corinthian Insurance.
Job Titles:
- Marketing Manager, Equine Support
Grace was born in Acton, MA and currently resides in Marion, MA. She graduated from St. Lawrence University with a Bachelor of Science in both Psychology and Communications. Grace began riding at the age of six and has been an avid equestrian ever since, riding and competing at the nationally in hunters, jumpers, and equitation. In college, Grace competed on the IHSA team where her senior year she finished 3rd nationally in the coveted Cacchione Cup Finals and helped her team finished 6th Nationally out of over 400 colleges. Throughout college Grace also worked under many renowned equestrian professionals managing and riding including Gold Medalist Peter Wylde. After college Grace worked as a barn manager while also furthering her communications background by managing social media accounts. Grace loves a challenge and learning new things, which is what brought her to Corinthian Insurance Agency. When she's not working in the office, Grace loves spending time with her horse Anthem, hiking, traveling to new places, baking healthy treats, or hanging out with family and friends!
Scott grew up on his family's farm in Medway, MA. He knows firsthand of the daily responsibilities that go along with farming, even on Christmas. While in school, he and his brothers were called upon to help feed and water the horses before heading off to catch the school bus.
As a young man, Scott left home at nineteen and joined the United States Marine Corps. When his commitment to the military was complete, Scott lived in Alexandria VA for several years, working as an independent sales representative, and taking part-time classes in a community college. He found his way back to New England in the early 1980s and began working as a professional in communications, primarily as a Marketing and Sales representative.
Scott eventually joined up with his dad, Joe Lombard, in 1990 and began working to bring Corinthian Insurance to its present status as the agency of choice in New England. He feels the agency's success is a combination of "the quality of our clients, colleagues, friends and family throughout the Northeast region." He has attained his CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) and his AFIS (Agricultural and Farm Insurance Specialist) designations which only 10% of insurance professionals ever complete. Scott is now the president of Corinthian Insurance Agency and together with his team of licensed farm and equine insurance professionals are building the next chapter in Corinthian Insurance Agency's history.
Scott currently resides in Medway, and has an awesome daughter who is a student in college. They have fun playing music together and hanging out at the barn. When he is not working he is usually found spending time with his family and friends. His hobbies include riding, music, fishing, reading, and writing.
In the early days, Joe used the vestibule of his home as Corinthian's first office. After his two sisters would leave for work, Joe would move his desk to greet incoming prospects and clients. He would then pull a phone out through the window, unravel the tail cord and place it on his desk. Corinthian Insurance Agency was open for business!
Joe grew up on his family's traditional New England farm growing corn and other crops to be sold or fed to the livestock. The Lombard farm sold everything from eggs to pork until the late seventies. It became Saddle Rowe Farm, a riding stable, with the help of Joe's late wife and their six children, the love of horses unifying the whole family.
Joe continues to earn the trust and business of the farming community one client at a time. On most weekends, you can still find Joe offering young riders words of encouragement and inspiration after lessons and classes. When not in the office or the barn, Joe can be found eating at local restaurants around town.
Over thirty years ago, licensed horse show judge, instructor and equine appraiser, Joe Lombard, was dissatisfied with the lack of knowledgeable equine insurance agencies. A lifelong outdoors-man and equine enthusiast, Joe decided the best way to solve this problem would be to start an insurance agency of his own dedicated to understanding and catering to the needs of the farming and equine community. Today, Joe's eldest son, Scott Lombard, continues to serve farm and horse owners across the country.
Katie grew up in Massachusetts as a horse-crazy young girl, which paved her path in the equine industry at an early age. She worked as a farmhand in a dressage barn for five years and also at Dover Saddlery in customer service while searching for an equine-related college degree that would turn her passion into a living. She graduated in 2017 from Cazenovia College in New York. She received a degree in Equine Business Management and a certificate in Equine Reproductive Management. Katie's motto is "never turn down an opportunity to learn something new." She was the first to sign up for volunteer opportunities or attend seminars, events and classes that allowed her to expand her knowledge. During college, she participated in hunter/jumpers, western trial, dressage, and ranch riding. Katie even taught lessons to other students with the intention of becoming a licensed instructor. Outside of her college curriculum, she competed in eventing, and volunteered at a carriage driving competition. After college, Katie returned to HITS Horse Show. She soon became the Stable and Feed manager and traveled with HITS to New York, Virginia, and California. After five years in New York, she has returned to Massachusetts, and is now working at Corinthian Insurance Agency and is a Massachusetts licensed Property & Casualty agent.
When she is not working in the office, she enjoys quality time with her family and friends. Whenever the opportunity presents itself, she still loves to ride or spend time at the barn. She is there to assist her clients in clarifying coverage, securing new policies, processing renewals, billing issues and claims support. We are so glad to have her on board since 2018.
Marcia grew up in Franklin, MA. When she was younger she spent time visiting her grandparent in Maine, who owned a Dairy farm on 36 acres of land. She used to help her grandfather in the barn as well as the field when it was time for haying. She knows first hand the work and dedication that goes into owning a farm.
Marcia graduated from Franklin High School and has worked in customer service for over 25 years. She really enjoys helping people. Marcia resides in Bellingham, MA with her husband and two daughters. When she isn't working you can find her spending time with family and friends. She loves the beach, shopping, reading, and traveling.
Nicole grew up in Lincoln, Rhode Island, riding from the time she was five years old. As a horse-crazy girl, she competed in both hunter jumper and western disciplines. After high school, Nicole went to Johnson and Wales University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Equine Business Management/Riding while also working in barns and other jobs. Through four years of college, she networked with many professionals who taught her about the equine industry. Nicole rode almost every day at school, and on the weekends was cow sorting and barrel racing on her horse, "Rebel." From there, Nicole went on to work as a barn manager and riding instructor teaching both English and Western disciplines. Although she loved teaching and managing a boarding facility, Nicole decided it was time for a change, and so she joined our team. Nicole continues to ride almost every day; she is always going to different events and loves going to new places for a relaxing trail ride. Nicole is usually the first voice you hear on the phone when calling us, and she loves her new position here at Corinthian Insurance. We are very happy to have her!
Timber is a Wyoming native who is now a transplant to Texas. She graduated from Tarleton State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science minoring in Equine Science. Currently, Timber is on track to finish her Graduate degree in Agriculture Consumer Resources in May.
Timber is no stranger to the equine industry as she was on the rodeo trail competing starting at the young age of 4 years old. She is well known in the arena especially in the event of Goat Tying wrapping goats up speedily! She has competed at the highest levels from the National High School Rodeo Finals Top 5, Tie for the Crown Top 12, Vegas Tuffest Reserve Champion, and many College Rodeo short rounds. Timber has traveled all over the Western United States teaching children how to goat tie. Timber lives in the Cowboy Capital of the World --Stephenville, Texas helping her husband, Cody Darnell, train calf roping horses. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling over-seas for missions, rodeoing, and paddleboarding.