When life changes, we can help.

Founded in 2002, The Advocator Group is a nationwide advocacy organization dedicated to preserving the financial well-being of our clients by helping them apply for and receive Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. The Advocator Group is now Brown & Brown Absence Services Group. Learn more about Brown & Brown here.

Create Opportunity

Opportunities don’t just happen… they are created.

Our team is always on the lookout for new ways to grow and help others. Where many see challenges, we see opportunities. We know that the best way to predict the future is to create it.

Enrich Lives

We have a strong history of making a positive impact and take pride in our ability to help others.

Our people believe that what we do makes a difference in the lives of our clients, and our team has helped thousands of individuals obtain favorable Social Security Disability and Medicare benefit outcomes.

Grow through Innovation

Through constant collaboration, passion for knowledge and continuous desire to look at things differently, the growth and success of The Advocator Group is fueled by innovation.

We embrace ideas from everywhere and celebrate our team’s ability to think outside the box.

Our Leaders

Our leadership team is filled with people who personify our core values, are passionate about what we do and inspire their teams to succeed.

  • Mike Shunney

    Chief Executive Officer

  • Shawn Abbatessa

    Chief of Staff

  • Gina Schreiber

    Senior Vice President, Account Management & Aevo Insurance Services

  • Courtney Scott

    Senior Vice President, Business Development and Marketing

  • Sean Sullivan

    Senior Vice President, Operations and Performance

  • Megan Reid

    Vice President, Account Management Operations

  • Stacy Williams

    Vice President, Finance and Operations

Throughout our organization, our employees are:

  • Committed to doing meaningful work
  • Compassionate and effective
  • Motivated by success
  • Focused on achieving goals
  • Open, forthright and honest
  • Driven to continuously learn
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