Fred originally started Vitas Insurance Agency in 1976. He proceeded to grow his business and expand his insurance knowledge by earning his Accredited Adviser in Insurance, Agribusiness & Farm Insurance Specialist, and Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow designations. Fred is also a 3 time agent of the year for CalFarm Insurance Company. In 2003, Vitas Insurance Agency, LLC became affiliated with George Petersen Insurance Agency, as a partner agency. Vitas then transitioned to George Petersen Insurance Agency in 2019. Fred enjoys spending time with his wife and his two children as well as numerous outdoor activities. Always eager to give back, Fred is actively involved with Auburn Gold Country Rotary (25 yrs), the Auburn Chamber of Commerce, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital Foundation, the Boys and Girls Club of Placer County.