Who We Are
Visionary business professionals who protect you like family
Why Tetrault Insurance?
Since 1980, Tetrault Insurance Agency has been led by business professionals with value-added industry knowledge. Our proactive and responsive approach means you get the very best insurance solutions for your personal and business needs.
An ISNE Member
In 2022, Tetrault Insurance Agency was admitted to Insurance Services of New England, (ISNE). ISNE is a very select group of insurance agencies committed to providing a high standard of professionalism and independent service to the insurance buying public. Through our membership with ISNE, we are able to access most of the top insurance companies offering coverage in Massachusetts.
Meet our team
Since its founding in 1980, our responsive and dynamic leadership has been committed to sourcing the best insurance products for your personal and business needs.
Co-Founder & President
Paul T. Tetrault
Since founding Tetrault Insurance Agency with his wife Susan over 40 years ago, Paul has grown the agency to respond to an ever-changing market.
Today, Paul’s extensive insurance, financial management and risk management experience has paved the way for hundreds of customer’s success stories. He understands your questions and has access to insurance companies that can provide you with the services and coverages you need at competitive prices.
Paul has been a licensed insurance broker for over 50 years.
Vice President
Jennifer Tetrault Ciesielski, CPA, CPCU
An integral part of the Tetrault team, Jennifer’s financial background assists both individuals and businesses in navigating a confusing landscape to find the best insurance solutions.
A Certified Public Accountant in the State of Massachusetts, Jennifer was an auditor for Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP prior to joining Tetrault Insurance Agency in 2003. She also served as a senior financial analyst for the Lerner brand of Brylane Inc.
Jennifer graduated magna cum laude from Bryant College and is a licensed insurance broker (P&C and life, accident & health) with over 20 years of insurance experience. Jennifer has been awarded the professional insurance designation Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU).
Jennifer lives in Freetown with her husband Ed, and their three children.
Tetrault Gives
Tetrault Insurance Agency is proud to be active and able to give back to our community. Our leadership team is dedicated to many charitable endeavors throughout the City of New Bedford.
We’re proud to support the following organizations:
- Unbound
- S.E.Y.A.A.
- Freetown Youth Athletics Association
- Women’s Fund
- Whaling City Youth Baseball League
- Catholic Charities
- St. John Neumann Church
- The Soup Bowl Supper
- American Cancer Society
- St. Anthony Church Renovation Fund
- Troop 333
- PAACA
- Mullein Hill Christian Academy
- Salvation Army
- Serve-A-Thon
- United Way of Greater New Bedford
- New Bedford Farmers Market
- Your Theatre, Inc.
Our dedication to community support extends beyond financial contributions. We take pride in our hands-on approach, engaging in initiatives that make a tangible difference in people's lives. Whether it's sponsoring local events, participating in charity drives, or volunteering our time and expertise, we understand that these actions can have a lasting impact.
Supporting our community is not just about giving; it's about building connections, fostering a sense of togetherness, and making the world a better place for all. We see it as a natural extension of our 'Protecting you like family' philosophy. Our clients aren't just customers; they are our community, and by nurturing that community, we aim to create a safer, more prosperous, and more vibrant environment for everyone.
Our team is amazing
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Our insurance carriers
Tetrault Insurance Agency is an independent insurance agency with the highest quality providers. Being independent means we do not work for a single insurance company, we work for you. Our job is to find you the best protection at the best available price.
A.I.M. Mutual Insurance Companies
CNA Surety
MAPFRE Insurance
FOREMOST Insurance
Hospitality Insurance Group
Liberty Mutual Insurance
MassMutual
Mass Property Insurance
National Flood Services
Philadelphia Insurance Companies
Plymouth Rock Assurance
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