Donavan Holbert

Founder/CEO

About Me

Sometimes life takes you in directions you never expected—and that’s exactly how I found my way into the insurance and financial services industry. What started as a simple request from my mother turned into a calling.

She had been recruited to become an insurance agent, but didn’t want to do it alone—so she asked me to join her. At the time, I was juggling careers in telecommunications and real estate, with no real intention of stepping into something new. But everything changed the day I overheard her helping a client protect her family’s future through life insurance. That moment sparked something in me—and I knew I had to take this seriously.

Now, over a decade later, I’ve dedicated my career to helping individuals and families understand how insurance and financial planning can be powerful tools for building a vibrant and secure future. I take pride in educating my clients, empowering them to make confident decisions, and tailoring strategies that protect what matters most.

Whether you’re planning for retirement, securing your family’s future, or just trying to make sense of it all—I’m here to help.

Donavan Holbert founded DonLaVaughn Financial Services in 2015 with one mission in mind: to make it easy for individuals and families to meet all their financial needs in one place. His firm operates as a true “One-Stop Shop,” offering comprehensive solutions in insurance, retirement planning, and financial services—all designed to help clients build a secure, worry-free future.

Licensed in over 30 states, Donavan holds life, health, and annuity insurance licenses and brings over 16 years of real estate experience across multiple states. He combines his deep industry knowledge with a personal commitment to exceptional service, always going above and beyond to provide the right solutions tailored to each client’s goals.

Originally from Pennsylvania, Donavan now calls Florida home, where he continues to serve clients with the same hardworking, blue-collar values he grew up with. His approach is rooted in integrity, education, and empowerment—helping families take control of their finances and plan confidently for the future.

“Retirement should be the reward for all your years of hard work—let’s put your best foot forward to achieve that goal together.”