Scott Robertson, President of The Villages Insurance Partnership, passed away on November 29, 2015. Scott was an entrepreneurial leader best known for his high energy and expertise developing and managing fast-growing, mid-sized companies. He brought dynamic business strategy, leadership and team building capabilities to all his business endeavors. Scott even created industry-leading sales and client service systems and processes along the way. He was a proven industry expert in the areas of sales strategies, sales processes and technology, creating growth through accountability and legislation.
He worked hard, but having fun with friends and family, pursuing his passions and mentoring others trumped all else. He could often be found at a motor track, drumming and sending inspirational quotes. He was steadfast, stubborn and had a moral compass that always led him towards helping people. Scott asked for forgiveness rather than permission. His cheeky sense of humor captivated all that knew him. Most of all, Scott loved his family and friends. He and his wife Kelly were fortunate to have shared a once in a lifetime kind of love and friendship that was evident to anyone who saw them together.
Scott is survived by his loving wife, Kelly, his mother Betty Rhoat (John), father Douglas Robertson (Judith), sons Kyle Robertson and Zachary Robertson, daughters Ashley Giacchino, Karley Giacchino and Giovanna Giacchino, sisters Vicki Loper (Eric), Holly Hall (Sean), brothers Andrew Robertson (Jaime) and David Robertson (Jill), grandchildren Olivia DiRico, Cambria Billings and Dakota Billings and many loving nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends. He was preceded in death by his brothers John Rhoat Jr., Ronald Rhoat, Charles Rhoat, and his sister Lisa Rhoat.
Scott was involved with many organizations including NAPEO, FAPEO, Florida Association of Health Underwriters, and the Florida Association of Life Underwriters. He served on boards at Hodges University, Habitat For Humanity, Children’s Advocacy Center, and NAPEO, and was a charter member of the Southwest Florida Chapter of TEC (The Executive Committee). He was a keynote speaker at conventions and company meetings throughout the Southeast, and a nationally published author on business development, leadership, sales, healthcare, and distribution technology, among other related topics.
An avid racer and motorcycle enthusiast, Scott was a 2x Amateur National Champion motorcycle racer in 2005, placing 9th overall in 2008 and 6th in 2009. He was also a trained EMT and firefighter, twice awarded the Hurst Green Cross for saving lives during vehicle extrication. Living out his true passion, it was a motorcycle accident on the racetrack that ended Scott’s life. His profound intellect, professional integrity and loving nature are irreplaceable and will never be forgotten. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy, and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Services to celebrate Scott’s life will be held on Friday, December 4th at 11 a.m. at the Savannah Center located at 1575 Buena Vista Blvd., The Villages FL 32162. Memorial donations may be made to: Habitat for Humanity www.habitat.org or All Children’s Hospital www.allkids.org
