UNICO Group (unicogroup.com), a client-focused insurance broker, is pleased to announce the addition of five professionals to the sales team. They’re proud to welcome Vincent Guinta, Justin Lewandowski, Jordan Roberts, Sydney Youngclaus and Larry Zarybnicky as Risk Advisors. These additions to the growing team fuel the trajectory, strengthen their position in key markets and enhance service offerings.
“I’m really looking forward to what these five will bring to our team,” said Shane Ideus, President of UNICO, “What impresses me most about this group is their genuine commitment to client relationships. That’s always been our focus and adding these talented advisors gives us more bandwidth to maintain that personal touch while we continue to grow.”
Learn more about each of their advisors:
Vince Guinta joins UNICO
, bringing a unique background in collegiate athletics administration. Prior to joining the team, Vince worked with athletic departments. Most recently recruiting for and directing Husker football operations. A native of Salt Lake City, Utah, his experience in high-pressure environments and team leadership will be valuable assets as he develops risk management strategies for commercial clients.
Justin Lewandowski recently served as a commercial team lead, having joined the company in 2020. With over a decade of insurance experience, his expertise has grown primarily in Commercial and Agricultural markets. Having attended Nebraska Wesleyan, Justin is energized by this next chapter and the opportunities it brings to deepen client partnerships and deliver customized solutions.
Jordan Roberts, based in Manhattan, Kansas, brings over 17 years of insurance experience to UNICO. He has built his career serving communications clients, helping them find economical solutions that provide peace of mind. Jordan demonstrates his commitment to community safety through his dedicated service as a volunteer firefighter, adding to his unique perspective on risk assessment.
Sydney Youngclaus joins the team in Omaha as a Risk Advisor, bringing a strong passion for helping individuals protect what matters most and supporting small business owners with smart, strategic risk management solutions. A graduate of Nebraska Wesleyan University, Sydney has quickly built a reputation for her thoughtful, client-first approach and her ability to tailor insurance strategies that align with both personal and business goals. Her commitment to building lasting relationships and delivering value makes her a trusted partner for clients across the region.
Larry Zarybnicky, a native of Southeast Nebraska, will serve the Agriculture and Farming markets in his local region. His versatile background includes leading the UNICO Commercial Operations team, serving as a Claims Manager and working as an Insurance Agent. This comprehensive experience enables Larry to offer knowledgeable guidance to agricultural clients with complex risk management needs.
For more information, call (402) 434-7200 or visit unicogroup.com.