Who We Are
A Professional
& Hard Working Team
Let Us Guide You
For over 35 years, North Shore Life and Health has been a trusted cornerstone of the insurance industry, dedicated to safeguarding our clients’ well-being and evolving to meet their unique needs. Our mission is to empower you to face the future with confidence by serving as a single source for all your insurance needs, whether you are looking to protect your family or secure your business.
We make protecting what matters simple by providing complete coverage tailored for both individuals and businesses. From personal plans that secure your family’s future to comprehensive commercial solutions that shield your business, we deliver the customizable coverage and strategic risk management you deserve.
With North Shore Life and Health, you can expect the exact same level of expertise, dedication, and reliable protection that has defined us since 1988.
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We Provide
Excellence Services
Excellent Insurance is based on a foundation of values and policies, which are binding for all employees, and serves to guide us in everything we do. Our values are dedication to our agents and customers by providing an excellent insurance experience.
Meet Our
Expert Team

Glenn Hechler
Managing Partner
Glenn@northshorelh.com
When Glenn Hechler entered the financial industry in 1996, his goal was to never focus on quantity, but to build quality relationships with his clients and their families. He wanted the ability to spend the time needed with each client to learn about what matters most to them. For over 25 years, Glenn has worked with individuals, families, and businesses creating, managing, and protecting their wealth, while aspiring to provide a level of service that is not always provided in the financial industry.
As a business owner himself, Glenn understands the unique challenges that come with retirement, insurance, and succession planning. He and his team work with business owners of all sizes, from startups to large corporations, to help them navigate through each stage of growth of their company and find the right solutions for their needs.
Glenn lives in Westchester, NY with his wife and three sons and is actively involved in his community. He coaches various sports and currently serves as the Vice President of the Executive Board of Somers Youth Sports. He is also on the Executive Committee of the SMP Foundation, and the board of Community Police Relations Foundation, demonstrating his commitment to philanthropy and community service.

Matthew McNelis
Benefits Advisor
matthew@northshorelh.com
Matthew McNelis has over 10 years of experience in the insurance industry and believes health insurance and benefits are about protecting what matters most. He helps families and individuals find clear, suitable solutions while making the process simple and transparent. Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife, Christina, and their two children, Liam and Sienna, and coaches youth and high school basketball.

Josh Minotta
Operations Manager
josh@northshorelh.com
Josh Minotta holds an MBA from Long Island University and brings extensive experience in both operations and the insurance industry. With a proven track record in optimizing processes and delivering client-centered solutions, he leverages his business expertise and insurance knowledge to help individuals and organizations reach their goals.

Kathy Velos
Head of Operations
Kathy@northshorelh.com
Throughout her distinguished career, she has built a reputation for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to handle critical administrative infrastructure. At North Shore, Kathy’s decades of deep industry insight and operational expertiseensure that the core technical and administrative functions are executed flawlessly, keeping the firm agile and positioned for long-term success.
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in Touch
North Shore Life & Health Agency
82 Sunnyside Lane
Westbury, NY 11590
516.248.0000
Kathy@northshorelh.com