Who We Are
The Agency was founded in 1960 by Robert B. Pierson and Ralph D. Scott.
L. Raymond Pierson,II joined them in 1965. Since that time, the size of our professional staff increased steadily and became known in Southwestern Pennsylvania for our high commitment to providing quality products and services for more than 3000 individuals and families and over 500 businesses. In 2005, the Agency brought in the staff and policyholders of Polachek Company, a third-generation agency that carried the same background and service philosophies of "Insuring Excellence," since 1932.
Today, the Agency is committed to the highest standards of excellence. We assure each of those who entrust the protection of their assets to us, that they will receive the finest in insurance counseling and service. We still rely upon our Agency forefathers for their background and values and advice, while the current officers and staff continue our education to make sure we are aware of the latest trends, coverage and techniques. We use this knowledge to be sure that you will have the best coverage for your growing needs. Your accounts are currently written and watched over by:
L. Raymond Pierson, II "Ray"
Currently serving as President of Pierson and Scott, Inc., I began my career in the insurance industry in 1961. Upon graduation from Westminster College, I began training as an insurance company marketing representative where I received in-depth training in coverage and risk analysis from home office training schools. I joined my brother, Bob, and Ralph Scott in the early years of Pierson and Scott in 1965. I maintain licensing in Property/Casualty as well as Life/Accident & Health. While most of my time is spent in counseling business insurance clients and prospects, I continue to believe in the personal approach to the sale of homeowners, automobile and life insurance. Proper evaluation of a client's insurance needs (whether that takes place across a desk or a kitchen table) continues to be the first step in providing proper coverage for both business and personal lines clients.
Bruce D. Thomas, CIC
I was born and raised in New Jersey until I discovered Pittsburgh in 1975, when I attended Westminster College. I graduated in 1979 and my wife Debbie and I were married in 1980. We briefly lived in New Jersey until 1982 when I had the opportunity to join Pierson and Scott at the staff level. Over the years I have worked in every aspect of the agency and became a partner in 2000, with my management role being Director of the Commercial Lines Department. I have had the good fortune to learn the business from Bob Pierson, whom I still use as a valuable resource today. I am a firm believer that I must continue to learn and study, if I am going to be the best service to my customers and their needs. I have studied and passed the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation, which has been a tremendous help in studying the various insurance coverage's for my clients' needs. Away from work, I maintain a busy schedule with my two children and their activities, and I also attend Beverly Heights Church and sit on many non-profit boards.
Matthew D. Scott, CIC
I am very proud to be following in my father Ralph's footsteps. I have been around the insurance industry since I was born and love being able to help protect people and their assets. I was born in Pittsburgh and have lived most of my life in Bethel Park where I currently reside. My wife Chris and I have three young children and we are very involved with our school, John McMillan Presbyterian Church, the South Hills YMCA and various community sports programs. I began my insurance career with Aetna and was trained as a personal lines underwriter. After a couple of years with Aetna, I joined Pierson and Scott as an agent in 1990 and I am now one of the active partners. My management role in the agency is Director of the Personal Lines Department. I look forward to being able to serve you and your business or family's insurance needs.
Rebecca Polachek Wanovich, CLU, ChFC
While finishing my BA degree at Westminster College in 1987, I underwent an internship with my father, Bill Polachek Jr. and have been in the business ever since. I maintain licenses in Life/Accident/Health, Property/Casualty and Series 7/63 Securities. I have also earned two professional designations from The American College: Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant. Following the death of my father, I merged our third-generation agency (Polachek Co) into Pierson & Scott in January 2005. One of my specialties is insuring Rental and Rehab properties. In addition to sales and the servicing of my accounts, my management role in the agency is as Director of Marketing. I also act independently of Pierson & Scott as a Registered Representative of New England Securities. I have been married to Steve since 1995. We have one son, Will. I spend my spare time gardening, skiing, and doing various types of crafts and cooking. I am a member of John McMillan Presbyterian Church, the W. PA Real Estate Investors Assn., the South Hills chapter of Women's Business Network, and a book club. We live in Mt. Lebanon.