Trae Covington 33 Occupation: State Farm agent and partner at TD Capital Ventures, LLC
Email: trae@traefromsf.com
Education: Bachelor's in criminal justice
Family: Wife, Marguerite; parents, Terry and Carla Covington; siblings, Taija Charnley and Terry Grigsby
Affiliations/community activities: American Business Club; community sponsors of Gonzo's Legacy: The Zack Defreitas Project; Rumble Around the Lake; trunk or treat; Voices of Love and NAACP
What is your guiding principle in life?
My guiding principle is to always prioritize kindness, respect and compassion while living a life of purpose.
What led you to your current career?
I worked for a local State Farm agent, and embraced what it meant to become a State Farm agent.
What would you like your life to look like in five years? 10?
I would like to open a second office with State Farm while continuing to grow my real estate portfolio. My wife and I just celebrated our 11-year anniversary and look forward to growing our family.
What would you like to give back to your community?
I want to mentor the next generation of young professionals, and create an after-school program for underprivileged youth.
What has been your greatest professional achievement to date?
My greatest professional achievement is qualifying for chairman's circle with State Farm.
What's the best purchase (under $100) you've made in the last six months?
A nice bottle of Weller 12 year for retail price at Binny's.
