Sammy Kotob is the owner of Kotob Insurance Agency, and a licensed insurance agent with 9 years of industry experience and more than 45 years of business ownership experience. Licensed in California, Arizona, New York, Colorado, Idaho, And Nevada, Sammy specializes in helping individuals and business owners protect their assets through comprehensive, customized risk management strategies.
The agency focuses on auto and home bundling, umbrella coverage, business owner policies, general liability, commercial vehicles, workers' compensation, and life insurance, ensuring clients receive well-rounded protection aligned with their long-term financial goals. Known for a relationship-driven and transparent approach, Sammy works closely with CPAs to deliver practical, long-term protection solutions built on trust, personalized service, and proactive guidance.
Q: How long have you been an insurance agent?
A: 7 years
Q: What was the first job you ever had?
A: Planting trees for the City of Paramount, at the age of 12.
Q: What is the most satisfying aspect of your work?
A: To be able to protect our clients, their assets, and find gaps in coverage.
Q: Explain what you do in five words or less.
A: Protects clients through tailored coverage.
Q: What money (or career) advice do you wish you could give your 18-year-old self?
A: Save money and buy real estate.
Q: Name one thing about your job that most people would be surprised to hear.
A: That we care about our clients.
Q: Where do you see your industry heading in the next 10 years?
A: The insurance industry will continue to increase rates and will be controlled by AI.
Q: If you could give your clients only one piece of advice what would it be?
A: Always have peace of mind with your assets by keeping your property insured.
Q: What big projects do you have coming up in the next 12-months either personally or professionally?
A: No big projects this year, but my daughter will be having her wedding in 2027.
Q: Why should someone choose a CPA instead of doing their own work?
A: Your CPA will guide you in the right direction for your business.
Q: Why should someone choose an Insurance Agent instead of doing it themselves?
A: We have tons of experience and knowledge that would benefit the client better than random research done on the internet.
Q: The mountains, the beach, or the desert?
A: All 3, that's why I live in California.
Q: What other interests/hobbies are you passionate about?
A: I enjoy running and family gatherings.
Q: Is there anything else you’d like people to know about you?
A: I love helping people and country music.