About Us – Grant Smith

Grant Smith – Local Independent Health Insurance Agent – Since 1978

Welcome…

As a lifelong resident of Port Huron, Grant is uniquely in tune to the health insurance needs of St. Clair County residents. A dedicated professional since 1978, Grant Smith’s business is based on personal service. While being awarded numerous professional accolades, his success is built one client at a time. When you call you talk directly with Grant and his staff. Some people prefer impersonal relationships using the Internet. Therefore, you and your health insurance needs are treated only as a commodity. Grant is not that type of agent. “The Internet can be a great tool for information gathering, but it’s no substitute for a one-on-one dialogue. We believe in old-fashioned conversation to determine your health insurance needs, not sell you the ‘policy of the month’.” Grant’s health insurance business is experienced as an Independent Insurance Agency representing several top of the line insurance companies for individual, business and corporate needs. “We’ve helped thousands of individuals and businesses achieve peace of mind by listening to their concerns and tailoring health insurance programs that are both affordable and sensible.” We work for you long after your policy has been issued. A single phone call opens the door to your health insurance concerns being resolved. If you prefer experienced, personal and professional attention, call today for a one-on-one conversation… you’ll be glad you took the time to do it right.

Meet the Team

We are a team of dedicated professionals ready to do what ever it takes to make sure your protected…

Robert Smith

Administrative Assistant

Bob joined the team in November 2014. He is retired from the automotive industry. Bob has a Bachelors Degree in Business Management from Baker College. He has been a great addition to the team bringing his management experience and attention to detail to our group.

James Gilbert

Health Insurance Agent

Jim is a lifelong resident of the Blue Water area. He has been employed at the Grant Smith Insurance Agency since 2014. Jim has a Associates Degree in Science from St. Clair County Community College, along with an extensive customer service and technology background. With those skills, Jim helps keep things running smoothly while never losing sight of what’s important, and that is meeting the needs of our clients.

Joy Houser

Reception

Joy Houser is a proud born and raised Michigander who moved to Port Huron in 2011 to begin a newly married once upon a lifetime. She has two daughters along with two granddaughters who have thoughtfully made their homes via road trip “can’t wait to get there” places in Traverse City and Virginia Beach! After retiring from a career in banking, she is employed by Grant Smith Insurance Agency as a receptionist and GBS Media, where she is a contributing writer for the online magazine, Blue Water Healthy Living.

Janice Wagner

Office Manager

Janice Wagner moved to Port Huron, Michigan in 1968 at the age of nine. She graduated from Port Huron Northern High School in 1977. After living for two years in Ann Arbor, Michigan, she returned to Port Huron and married the love of her life, David Wagner. Janice was a stay-at-home mom to two children, and then later to two grandchildren. She is very happy to have been given the opportunity to work for Grant Smith Insurance Agency, where a temporary, part time job for Open Enrollment has turned into a full time job.

Vic Gronek

Administrative Assistant

Vic has been a resident of St Clair County nearly all his life. He joined the team in late October 2016 as a part time administrative assistant. Vic was then asked to become a permanent part time member of the team after open enrollment ended, in early December. Vic spent four years in the US Navy serving on two different ships, the USS San Diego AFS-6 and the USS Amphion AR-13, in addition to spending fourteen months on shore duty in Albany, Georgia. After he was discharged, he returned to American Tape where he worked prior to enlisting. He retired from Intertape Polymer Group (The old American Tape) in Marysville after 45 years in 2011, where he worked a multitude of positions. Vic’s attention to detail has made him an important member of the team. He currently resides in Ruby, Mich with his wife Carol and has a son and daughter who are both married and living in the area.

Don Demara

Administrative Assistant

Don Demara has lived in the Blue Water Area for over 30 years. He has been married to his wife Faye for almost 40 years. Don has two daughters, and one granddaughter. He has an Associates Degree in General Arts from Delta College. Before joining the team, Don worked at K-Mart for 37 years in various positions such as Store Manager, and up to Divisional Sales Manager. Don later became a Store Manager at Lowes before finally ending up at the Grant Smith Insurance Agency.

Karrie Beck

Administrative Assistant

Karrie has lived the largest part of her life in the Blue Water Area. She earned her Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Central Michigan University. As an educator for Port Huron Schools, and a member of High Noon Toastmasters International, Karrie enjoys researching and sharing the local stories and events around the area. She works for GBS Media as a writer for Blue Water Healthy Living, while also working at the Grant Smith Insurance Agency as an administrative assistant.

Melissa Wrubel

Administrative Assistant

Melissa M. Wrubel is a life-long resident of the Blue Water Area. Melissa has a Bachelors Degree from the University of Michigan, and a Masters Degree from Saginaw Valley State University. Her father is local, long-time realtor Thomas L. Coleman, and mother is retired PHASD teacher Marsha V. Coleman. Melissa is a former elementary and middle school educator and administrator. She is happy to live with her family locally in the Blue Water Area, and wants to do as much as she can to support the people in our community. She started at the Grant Smith Insurance Agency as an administrative assistant, and has now spun off to work for Grant’s complementary business GBS Media as a writer for the online magazine Blue Water Healthy Living.

Marion Webber

Reception

Marion Webber, former owner and operator of Haskill’s Greenhouses began the family owned business in 1986 in St. Clair, MI. Along with the retail site, she worked very closely with the community, supplying plants for fundraisers, churches, hospitals and schools. Bus tours were common in the spring, with hands on learning for children, garden clubs and seniors alike. Community service was the goal of Haskill’s. As the children went off on their own, the business was sold in 2006. Marion has an Associates Degree in Science from St. Clair County Community College. She works as a receptionist for the Grant Smith Insurance Agency, but continues to share her passion for plants as a writer for Blue Water Healthy Living, which is a division of GBS Media.

Sue Wismer

Administrative Assistant

Sue Wismer is a life-long resident of the Blue Water Area. She graduated from Marine City High School, and has been married to Jim for almost 35 years. Their only son recently married and lives in Grand Rapids. After retiring from her career in office administration, Sue joined Grant Smith Insurance Agency in October, 2015. Her attention to details and organization skills has earned her the title of QuickBooks Administrator.

Jeff Riehl

IT Specialist

Jeff Riehl is a lifelong resident of Port Huron, he has been married to his wife Jane for 38 years. Prior to joining the team, Jeff worked in the Systems Department for the Times Herald. When the paper downsized, he returned to Walsh College. He graduated in 2014 with a Bachelors of Business Administration Degree. Jeff enjoys working in the IT field, and he also enjoys working part time as a middle school math support instructor for Landmark Academy.

We are pleased to present a 2 minute Virtual Open House tour of our newly remodeled health insurance office. We have taken the time and expense to really be prepared and ready to help with today’s health insurance concerns. Please enjoy the video and have a great day.

Grant has also opened up a secondary business called GBS Media.

Under the banner of GBS Media is also an online magazine called Blue Water Healthy Living.

Check out the links below to learn more about these exciting business ventures.

GBS Media

GBS Media is a video production / advertising company in that specializes in commercials, corporate and training videos, interviews, special events, and more. Its purpose is to bring to professionals and small businesses right up to large corporations affordable media. GBS Media can help you promote your message through video on all platforms including YouTube, Facebook, on your website, or on television.

You can visit our site here: http://gbsmediapro.com or call us today to setup an appointment at (810) 984-2773.

Blue Water Healthy Living

The Online Magazine

Blue Water Healthy Living is online magazine located in Port Huron, Michigan. Our purpose is to promote healthy living by showcasing the Blue Water Area, its people, issues and surroundings. This online magazine is devoted to providing healthy living related stories, local happenings, and entertaining commentary. Often inspiring and uplifting, our stories come from our heart and soul to promote the enjoyment of a more fulfilling Blue Water Area lifestyle. The material on this web site is provided for informational and amusement purposes only and is not to be confused with any medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Check out the site here: http://bluewaterhealthyliving.com/