Team

Lisa Villanueva has been an Insurance Agent since 1999. She has spent most of her professional career in sales and serving roles.

For the past 23 years, Lisa is the Principal Agent of the Villanueva Insurance Agency. She specializes in Commercial Insurance, Private Client Insurance, and Boat Insurance. When she is not meeting with clients to discuss and review coverage, she is running the day-to-day operations of the Villanueva Insurance Agency.

Her agency received Champion Award Status from Nationwide Insurance for its success and accomplishments with Nationwide products.

She has completed and achieved the Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) designation., furthering her knowledge in the commercial insurance industry.

Lisa has accomplished the goal of becoming an Independent Insurance Agency as of July 1, 2020. She has spent the past two years obtaining Insurance Carriers to better service her clients. The additional Insurance Carriers allow Lisa to offer her policyholders many choices.

She was the Political Advocacy Chair Board Member for two years of the local National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. She received Agent of the Year in 2017 for her continued role and dedication to NAIFA. Hard work and tenacity have helped Lisa get to where she is today. She believes when you believe in yourself you will succeed.

Lisa is an accomplished 1st mate. She and her husband single-handily captained their boat from Virginia Beach to the Hudson River in New York. This past winter she helped her husband captains the boat to Fort Pierce Florida from Virginia Beach and back.

At home, Lisa is the wife of an extraordinary husband Jim and mother to an amazing successful son Zachary. When not at home working in her yard you can find Lisa on her boat.

Ashley Magerkurth

Licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Producer

Ashley Magerkurth is a Licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Producer with Hampton Roads Insurance & Financial Services. Before transitioning into insurance, she spent more than 16 years in property management, where she advanced from Customer Service Associate to Regional Manager. Throughout her career, she managed a wide range of residential communities, including student housing, senior living, conventional apartments, and high-rise properties across Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia. That experience gave her a deep understanding of protecting homes, businesses, and the people who depend on them.

As a licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Producer, Ashley is committed to helping individuals, families, and business owners protect what matters most. She provides personalized guidance, educates clients on their coverage options, and compares policies from a variety of trusted insurance carriers to help each client find coverage that provides the right protection for their unique needs and budget. Whether she’s reviewing a homeowner’s policy, protecting a small business, or assisting with commercial insurance, Ashley believes every client deserves honest advice, responsive service, and an advocate they can trust.

Ashley believes insurance is about more than policies, it’s about building long-term relationships and providing trusted guidance when people need it most. Whether you’re purchasing your first home, reviewing your current coverage, or protecting your business, Ashley is dedicated to making the insurance process straightforward, personalized, and focused on what matters most to you.

Ashley is passionate about continuing her education within the insurance industry and staying current with carrier offerings and coverage options so she can provide the best possible recommendations to her clients.

A Virginia Beach resident, Ashley enjoys spending time with her husband, their four children, and their golden retriever, Cooper. When she’s not helping clients, you’ll often find her and her family enjoying the beach, reading a good book, and making memories together throughout Coastal Virginia

I believe that building strong relationships begins with listening, understanding people’s needs, and treating everyone with care and respect. As a dedicated professional with experience in customer service, administration, and the insurance industry, I am committed to helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate their insurance needs with greater confidence and peace of mind.

My professional background includes customer service, database management, digital and physical document organization, inventory control, and administrative operations. These experiences have helped me develop strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, which I bring to my work in insurance every day. I understand the importance of being detail-oriented, responsive, and dependable, especially when helping people make important decisions about protecting what matters most to them.

I am also a lawyer in Mexico, an achievement that has strengthened my analytical skills, sense of responsibility, and appreciation for integrity, confidentiality, and clear communication. I believe these values are essential to building lasting relationships and providing a professional, personalized experience.

What I enjoy most about working in insurance is the opportunity to connect with people, understand their unique circumstances, and help them explore coverage options that fit their needs. Whether someone is looking for auto, home, renters, life, or business insurance, I believe every client deserves to feel heard, informed, and supported throughout the process. My goal is to make insurance easier to understand and to help clients feel more comfortable when making decisions about their protection.

I consider myself a responsible, hardworking, and approachable person who is always willing to learn and grow. I value honesty, teamwork, and continuous improvement, and I strive to bring a positive attitude and genuine dedication to every interaction. For me, excellent service goes beyond answering questions; it means building trust, being available when people need guidance, and treating every client with the same care I would want for myself and my loved ones.

Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, discovering new places, walking my dog, and going to the gym. I love exploring different cultures, meeting new people, and embracing new experiences that help me grow both personally and professionally.

I look forward to building meaningful relationships with our clients and becoming someone they can turn to for guidance and support. My goal is to help people feel more confident about their insurance decisions and to be part of a team that makes protecting what matters most a more personal and positive experience.

I am a professional with a degree in Business Administration and Management, with experience in administrative assistance, operational processes, credit, and collections. Throughout my career, I have developed strong organizational skills, a sense of responsibility, commitment, and adaptability, along with a strong willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

My professional journey began in the legal assistance field and continued in the public sector, where I worked in operational and administrative areas, gaining experience in institutional processes and administrative support. Later, I worked in credit and collections for an Ecuadorian company dedicated to importing and distributing international food and liquor brands, where I began as an intern while pursuing my university studies.

Three years ago, my family and I made the decision to move from Ecuador to the United States, beginning a new chapter filled with challenges and opportunities. This experience has allowed me to adapt to a new culture, learn a new language, and strengthen my personal and professional growth. During this stage, I had the opportunity to work as an assistant at an insurance agency, where I gained valuable knowledge, developed professional skills, and built a stronger foundation for my continued growth in the insurance industry.

Currently, I am very happy to be part of a new insurance company, where I am eager to learn, grow professionally, and demonstrate my commitment through my work. I look forward to developing new skills, taking on responsibilities, and contributing my knowledge and ideas to support the company’s growth. My goal is to continue advancing professionally, make the most of this opportunity, and become a valuable member of the team through dedication, initiative, and a constant desire to give my best.

In my personal life, I am a wife and the mother of a wonderful daughter. My family is my driving force and my greatest motivation in everything I do. I enjoy spending time with them, creating memories, and appreciating every moment together because I believe that time with family is one of life’s most valuable gifts. I am deeply grateful to God for the gift of life, my family, and every opportunity He has placed in my path. My faith is an essential part of who I am and reminds me that, with God and trust in Him, it is possible to overcome challenges, keep moving forward, and achieve great things. I value the little things that make each day special, such as enjoying nature, going cycling, and taking care of my well-being and my family’s, while striving to maintain a healthy balance between my personal and professional life.