who are we
Our Team
With over 250 collective years of in-depth knowledge on group and employee benefits, life insurance and estate planning. Richard S. Bernstein and Associates’ team of professionals and advisors provide unparalleled world-class customer service and competitive insurance solutions. Read more below on the team members of Bernstein Associates.
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Meet Our People
Richard S. Bernstein has long been at the leading edge of the insurance industry – as a life insurance agent and as the founder of Richard S. Bernstein & Associates, Inc., an independent firm focused on business and personal insurance planning.
Richard S. Bernstein & Associates advises many of America’s wealthiest families, entrepreneurs, businesses, business owners, and charitable organizations. For over five decades, our advanced estate planning tools and breadth of insurance knowledge have helped our clients protect their wealth, plan for retirement and reduce costs.
Specializing in wealth creation and preservation, group insurance, and employee benefits, Richard S. Bernstein & Associates is a leader in the insurance industry and provides unmatched customer service.
The Founders
The Bernstein's
Richard Bernstein
Richard S. Bernstein, Chief Executive Officer of Richard S. Bernstein & Associates, Inc., is an insurance advisor for high net worth business leaders and families as well as charitable organizations. Mr. Bernstein is known for being at the leading edge of the insurance industry as a life insurance agent and as the founder of Richard S. Bernstein and Associates…
A former insurance advisor to the Trump Organization as well as many of America’s wealthiest families, Mr. Bernstein draws on more than 50 years of experience in financial services. He has a been nationally recognized by his peers for his knowledge, innovation, and expertise.
Richard is a longtime member of the Top of the Table and The International Forum – professional industry associations formed to exchange diverse ideas and expertise of the leading life insurance professional in the world. Mr. Bernstein graduated in 1964 from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Arts in Finance, having earned the J. Edwin Larson Scholarship in insurance studies.
Robin Bernstein
Ambassador Robin Bernstein (ret.)
is the President of Richard S. Bernstein and Associates, Inc. A key component of the firm for over 35 years, Mrs. Bernstein is instrumental in new business development, strategic planning, community relations, and marketing. She served as U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic from 2018 to 2021…
A recipient of many awards including a Congressional Award in recognition of meritorious service in the private sector and the President’s Award from the Women’s Chamber of Commerce, Mrs. Bernstein is also active in many civic organizations in and around Palm Beach County.
Mrs. Bernstein earned her Bachelor’s Degree from American University in Russian Area Studies and International Studies in 1975 and a Master of Business Administration in Business, Economics, and Strategic Planning in 1981 from George Washington University. Mrs. Bernstein is also a licensed Real Estate Broker Associate with Tina Fanjul and Associates in Palm Beach.
Arthur Bernstein
Arthur L. Bernstein is an insurance specialist with Richard S. Bernstein & Associates Inc., specializing in individual life and health insurance and employee benefit analysis. He is also a specialist in group business development. Bernstein’s unique ability of placing business leaders together for profitable relationships…
Mr. Bernstein is a television and movie award winning producer, writer, actor, and director including several productions: Walt Before Mickey, Swing State, Brawler, New Life, and Leo And The Shark. Bernstein Executive Produced Mike Huckabee’s Christmas Special Donald J. Trump, Johnny Bench, Joe Namath, Navy Seals, Jon Voight, and other notable guests that had over 5.3 million viewers on Newsmax. Bernstein directed US numerous commercials (Lois Frankel, Sherrif Bradshaw, Jeff Greenwald, Port of Palm Beach, Riviera Beach) and worked on US Customs Classified tv show, Happy Madison at Sony Studios, Adam Sandler’s company. Mr. Bernstein holds a Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture and Theater Production with a minor in Marketing from the University of Miami. Bernstein is happily married with two outstanding kids.
behind the scenes
The Associates
Wayne Monek
Wayne Monek is the Director of Employee Benefits at Richard S. Bernstein and Associates, Inc. Mr. Monek has over 50 years of experience in the insurance industry with expertise in employee benefits. Mr. Monek has been with Richard S. Bernstein and Associates since July 1988. Mr. Monek attended Rider University and has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing.
Steve Edmiston
Steven Edmiston has been in the Life, Health and Annuity Insurance Industry for 45 Years, both in Management Positions in Major Life Insurance companies as well as in the Agency side of the Industry. Steve is an expert in Field Underwriting, Death and Disability Claims, Product Knowledge and understanding the big picture of this amazing business.
Steve is a CLU, FLMI, ACS and holds Life and Health License’s in Florida, Georgia and several other States.
Brian Davis
Mr. Davis is the newest member to the Bernstein team since 2022. He brings an extensive corporate pedigree in accounting, operations, customer service, human resources, and sales support at various levels of management including executive positions from companies such as American Express, Bank of America, Iron Mountain, Waste Management, and The Schwan Food Company. His advanced proficiency with budget and forecast planning provide key strategic structure and guidance to the company.
Pamela Bieneman
Pamela Bieneman joined Richard S. Bernstein and Associated in April of 1998. Through the past 25 years she has advanced to our Senior Employee Benefit Specialist. Pamela excels at servicing all of our group insurance clients with utmost personal care.
Dave Munguia
Mr. Munguia has been with Richard S Bernstein & Associates, Inc. since 2005. Mr. Munguia’s expertise is in life insurance case design and life settlements while handling the firm’s licensing and servicing of the life insurance policies. Mr. Munguia has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami and Master’s degree from St Thomas University.
Tara MacDonald
Executive Assistant, with 25 experience in Private Equity, Investment Banking, Capital Markets, SEC and FINRA.
Manny Machin
Manny began his career as a Benefit Financial Planner with Ernst & Young in New York, where he specialized in helping clients manage their defined benefit plans. He then transitioned into sales support roles at Lehman Brothers, Credit Suisse, UBS, and Goldman Sachs, where he assisted sales teams with roadshows and client interaction. Outside of work, Manny enjoys international travel and values time spent with his family, friends, and dogs.
Keren Heitz
Keren Heitz came to Richard S. Bernstein and Associated in August of 2008. As an Employee Benefit Administrator assisting in implementation of benefits packages, enrollments and renewal. Her position helps ease billing, claims, and other service matters that may arise.
