We gathered as a team to celebrate the retirement of our President, David Finkbeiner, and to honor the incredible mark he’s left on Rathbun Insurance. David joined the agency in 2012 as a personal and commercial lines producer after a successful career in the food service industry, where he owned and operated a high-end dining restaurant. His entrepreneurial spirit, client-first mindset, and dedication to excellence made him a perfect fit for our agency from day one.

In 2018, David joined the ownership and management team, and since then has played an instrumental role in guiding our agency forward. As he officially retires today, we reflect on the many ways David has shaped our culture and deepened our connections—with one another and with the community.

During our breakfast celebration, the team shared some of their favorite “David-isms”—those classic one-liners, thoughtful gestures, and encouraging words that made each of us feel seen and supported. Whether it was his humor, his way of lending a hand and providing directions on how to fix something at home, or his consistent presence when it mattered most, David has left a lasting impression on each of us.

Since announcing his retirement three months ago, we’ve also had the privilege of hearing from several of David’s commercial and personal lines clients. Many reached out with heartfelt stories of how David showed up—offering guidance, reassurance, and care in the moments that mattered most. It’s a true testament to his integrity and commitment to our agency’s vision: Being There Matters Most.

Though we’re closing this chapter of David’s daily presence at Rathbun, we’re thrilled that he’ll continue to be involved in projects close to his heart—especially the Strike Out Baseball meetings, which will continue to be hosted at our office. David has been a key champion of this incredible initiative, and we’re lucky to still have him helping bring it to life in our community.

David, this isn’t goodbye—it’s "have a blast" and "see you soon." Thank you for everything you’ve done for Rathbun Insurance. We’re better because of you.