Meet Your Ricky Patel Agency Brightway Insurance Team

Insurance has always intrigued me, and over the years it has grown into a true passion. I began my career on the captive insurance side, working for many years across Richmond, Virginia and Texas. Those experiences gave me a deep understanding of underwriting, risk, and client relationships. I later transitioned into the independent agency space in Tampa, Florida, where I spent three years as a hybrid agent specializing in both personal lines and commercial insurance. It was there that I learned the power of independence and how to match clients with the very best products on the market. Before insurance, I spent more than a decade as a restaurant entrepreneur—opening and managing several successful restaurants. That chapter of my life taught me leadership, grit, customer service, and what it means to genuinely serve people. I’ve always been a people-person, and interacting with others is truly what I do best. My shift into insurance was driven by a desire for a new challenge and more time with my family. I was born and raised in England and moved to the United States at the age of 16. After finishing high school in Savannah, Georgia, I earned a Business Administration degree from Georgia Southern University. Today, I bring all of my experiences—personal, professional, and entrepreneurial—into my work as an insurance professional. Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, especially my son, who is just like me. I enjoy listening to music, playing golf, traveling, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle through meditation and intentional living. I’m known for treating clients like family and creating instant connections with the people I meet. Protecting what matters most to my clients is not just my job—it’s my purpose.