Meet the team

Terry O’Connor, CIC

President & Founder

Terry O’Connor is the President and Founder of O’Connor Insurance Associates, a top-performing independent agency proudly serving families and businesses across North Carolina. With over two decades of experience and a deep commitment to client advocacy, Terry has built his agency around personalized service, education, and long-term protection.

A Pennsylvania native, Terry holds a Bachelor’s degree from Edinboro University and a Master’s degree from Gannon University. In 1998, he traded snow for sunshine and relocated to Charlotte to pursue new opportunities — a move that sparked the founding of O’Connor Insurance in January 2000.

What began as a solo venture fueled by Terry’s passion for helping others has grown into a highly respected independent agency known for its personalized service and long-standing client relationships. Under his leadership, the firm has been recognized as a Best Practices Agency by the IIABA every year since 2010 — a distinction held by fewer than 1% of agencies nationwide.

Terry’s approach to insurance is grounded in empathy and experience. He’s seen firsthand how the right protection can change lives, and he takes pride in helping clients safeguard their futures with customized solutions.

Quick facts