Porter Talbot is President of Elevate Insurance. He has more than 25 years experience in the insurance industry. He specializes in employee benefits, including the Affordable Care Act and executive planning, commercial lines, and workers' compensation.

Porter received his Master of Science in Financial Services degree from the American College and his Bachelor of Science in General Studies with an emphasis in financial management from the University of the State of New York. Additionally he holds the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), and Registered Workers' Compensation Specialists (RWCS) designations.

Porter and his wife Debbie, have five children and nine grandchildren. He enjoys exercising and spending time with family.