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About Provident Protection Plus

For more than 65 years, Provident Protection Plus, formerly SB One Insurance, has served the businesses and residents of northern New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. We represent more than 20 of the country’s most respected and highly rated regional and national carriers licensed to write insurance in 37 states.

George Lista, President and Chief Executive Officer of Provident Protection Plus, has more than 30 years’ experience in the insurance industry. Mr. Lista is committed to making a difference in people’s lives and excels at managing all aspects of his business. He is a highly motivated, focused and goal-driven executive with a passion for providing exceptional service to his clients.

Prior to becoming the President & Chief Executive Officer in 2010 of Provident Protection Plus, which is a subsidiary of Provident Bank, Mr. Lista ran the agency’s operations from 2006 – 2010 as the Chief Executive Officer. He set up a middle layer of management so that the agency could readily handle acquisitions. During this time, Mr. Lista also brought on new insurance companies to help the agency’s growth and stability.

Mr. Lista was also an integral part of coordinating the acquisition and integration of another agency into the insurance division. He budgeted and produced financials for the insurance division in a timely fashion for consolidation into the parent company’s books and increased revenues from $950,000 to $1,750,000 from 1990-2000.

Mr. Lista has been engaged in the insurance business since 1982 and was formerly the Chief Financial Officer with Protection Plus Insurance Agency in Clifton, NJ where he increased revenues to $200,000 by 1990.

Additionally, Mr. Lista who graduated from Montclair State College with a BS in Accounting, is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), President of the Board of Directors for Rainbows of Learning Daycare Center (nonprofit) and a Founder and Director of High Point Regional High School Educational Foundation.

Provident Protection Plus to serve your insurance needs.

Provident Protection Plus offers comprehensive insurance programs to protect your business, your employees, your family, and you. Companies and residents throughout New Jersey, New York, and parts of Pennsylvania turn to our expertise and experience to help them manage their risk and protect their assets. We not only provide excellent protection and value for our clients, but also offer education and insight into risk management practices. Our success hinges on our unique ability to build strong personal relationships with our customers in order to provide best-in-class insurance solutions. Give our professionals a call toll-free at 888.990.0526, email us or fill out and send the form on this page for a free consultation and quote.