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AssuredPartners Acquires Ventura Pacific Insurance Services


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“We feel this team is a great partner for us in a great territory. They value cultivating relationships with customers, and we look forward to collaborating with their team of experts,” stated AssuredPartners President and COO Tom Riley.

AssuredPartners, Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of Ventura Pacific Insurance Services located in Agoura Hills, CA. The team of 9 will remain under the leadership of Vincent Lopez and Keith Tisherman while the operation structure will report into Tolman & Wiker Insurance Services. Tolman & Wiker of Ventura, California recently joined AssuredPartners and will continue to operate their multiple locations while integrating Venture Pacific into the fold. The agency currently reports $1.6 million in annualized revenues.

“Ventura Pacific Insurance Services has 50 years of combined experience in providing personal and commercial insurance. We are dedicated to offering our clients the best available products and advice,” stated Vincent Lopez. “We are excited to join AssuredPartners and we believe that a larger partner allows us to better service our clients as we continually strive to provide quality services,” said Keith Tisherman.

AssuredPartners Regional President Mike Paschke stated, “Ventura Pacific Insurance Services possesses a strong dedication to understanding their client’s needs. We are pleased to have new members added to our growing team who are knowledgeable and passionate in delivering customer service excellence and industry expertise.”

“We would like to welcome the staff and clientele of Ventura Pacific Insurance Services to AssuredPartners,” stated AssuredPartners President and COO Tom Riley. “We feel this team is a great partner for us in a great territory. They value cultivating relationships with customers, and we look forward to collaborating with their team of experts.”

For more information on Ventura Pacific Insurance Services, please visit:

http://www.venturapacificinsurance.com.

ABOUT ASSUREDPARTNERS, INC

Headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida and led by Jim Henderson and Tom Riley, AssuredPartners, Inc. acquires and invests in insurance brokerage businesses (property and casualty, employee benefits, surety and MGU’s) across the United States and in London. From its founding in March of 2011, AssuredPartners has grown to over $1.2 billion in annualized revenue and continues to be one of the fastest growing insurance brokerage firms in the United States with over 250 offices in 30 states and London. For more information, please contact Dean Curtis, CFO, at 407.708.0031 or dean.curtis@assuredpartners.com, or visit http://www.assuredpartners.com.

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Top Insurance Experts Present A New Guide On Comparing Car Insurance Quotes Online


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“With some driving habit changes and comparison shopping, you can reduce the overall costs for auto insurance. Visit our website for more car insurance info,” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

Cheapquotesautoinsurance.com has published a new guide to comparing online car insurance quotes.

For more info and free quotes, visit http://cheapquotesautoinsurance.com/learn-how-to-get-and-compare-car-insurance-quotes/

Car insurance rates are calculated based on the risk of insuring a person. They directly influence the premiums and overall insurance costs. In order to have an idea of how much they are expected to pay, clients should get free quotes from http://cheapquotesautoinsurance.com/ and compare prices!

There are several rules to follow when comparing quotes:


  • Understand the main factors that influence premiums. There are many factors taken into consideration when determining insurance costs. The most influential factors are: car’s make and model, driving history, demographic factors, recent claims and traffic violations and coverage options. Each factor must be properly analyzed.
  • After understanding his own risk profile, a client should get car insurance quotes. Make a list with top reputable companies and get quotes for each one of them. Additionally, use brokerage websites to get multiple quotes at once. There will be many smaller, more local companies included in those quotes obtained from brokerage websites.
  • Brokerage websites allow for faster price comparison. Furthermore, all results are obtained using the same data and for the same product. This gives no room for errors. Clients who use brokerage websites can quickly sort offers by prices. But do not be guided only by price. Check what other benefits and bonuses can be obtained by applying to each offer.
  • There are several ways to improve rates. Making several changes will help drivers get better rates. Driving less than the average driver, graduating defensive driving courses or installing safety gear will greatly improve the rates.

Cheapquotesautoinsurance.com is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://cheapquotesautoinsurance.com/

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Leading provider of Self-Directed Retirement Plans to Attend Real Estate Wealth Expo


IRA Financial at 2019 Real Estate Wealth Expo in San Francisco

IRA Financial will attend the Real Estate Wealth Expo in San Francisco to promote the benefits of investing with a Self-Directed retirement plan.

We are excited to participate at the Real Estate Wealth Expo and help educate real estate investors about the tax advantages of using retirement funds to generate tax-free real estate income and gains.

IRA Financial Group & IRA Financial Trust Company, a leading financial technology self-directed IRA and 401(k) plan provider & custodian will participate at the Real Estate Wealth Expo in San Francisco From October 10-11, 2019. IRA Financial will be located at booth #1304.

The San Francisco Expo will feature celebrity instructors such as Sylvester Stallone, Tony Robbins, Grant Cardone and Trent Shelton, along with many other self-made speakers. The event is the largest real estate wealth expo in America.

“We are excited to participate at the Real Estate Wealth Expo and help educate real estate investors about the tax advantages of using retirement funds to generate tax-free real estate income and gains,” stated Adam Bergman, founder of the IRA Financial Group & IRA Financial Trust Company.

IRA Financial Group & IRA Financial Trust Company’s self-directed IRA and solo 401(k) plan platform allows investors to invest in IRS approved alternative asset investments digitally and with no account valuation or minimum balance fees. The Self-Directed IRA is growing in popularity because it allows investors to make private IRS approved alternative asset investments, such as real estate; diversify their retirement assets and invest in what they understand and trust.

IRA Financial Group is the market’s fastest growing provider of self-directed retirement plans, and has helped over 16,000 clients take control over their retirement funds and gain the ability to invest in almost any type of investment, including real estate, cryptocurrency, and private business investments.

The IRA Financial Trust Company, a self-directed IRA custodian, was founded by Adam Bergman, a partner with the IRA Financial Group. Mr. Bergman is a leading expert on the taxation of retirement funds and has authored multiple articles on how to use a self-directed IRA to buy cryptocurrencies.

Bergman, a leading voice in the Self-Directed retirement industry, has written seven books on the topic of self-directed retirement plans, including: “How to use Retirement Funds to Purchase Cryptocurrencies,” “Turning Retirement Funds into Start-Up Dreams,” “Solo 401(k) Plan in a Nutshell,” “Self-Directed IRA in a Nutshell,” and “In God We Trust, in Roth We Prosper.”

To learn more about the IRA Financial Group, visit their website at http://www.irafinancialgroup.com or call 800-472-0646.

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Professional Services Plans® Welcomes Industry Professional Brenda Thomas for Dental Professional Liability


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Professional Services Plans®, a leading provider of comprehensive insurance solutions to dentists, is pleased to announce the addition of Brenda Thomas, an industry professional with expertise in Dental Professional Liability insurance solutions.

Brenda Thomas is an Account Manager for the Professional Services Plans dental team at Brown & Brown Insurance, with a focus on the North Carolina and South Carolina dental books of business. With over ten years of underwriting, broker, and carrier expertise, she is skilled in both Personal and Commercial Lines and holds a 2-20 General Lines license, a 1-20 Surplus Lines license, earned a CISR Designation, and is a Notary Public. She is a speaker for the Society of Insurance Licensing Administrators Conferences and regularly communicates to Insurance Commissioners and Regulators throughout the United States.

Professional Services Plans® is proud to be an exclusive agent for the Professional Protector Plan® (PPP) for Dentists in Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, and is a proven stable force in the dental professional liability marketplace since 1969. This program was designed by dentists for dentists and offers coverage tailor-made to the unique risks of the dental practice.

“I am so pleased to have Brenda join our team! With her years of experience and excellence in customer service, she will truly be an asset to our agency,” said Bernadette Green, Executive Vice President of Professional Services Plans.

Professional Services Plans® launched new website functionality with online quote forms for dentists. Visitors are encouraged to explore the website and sign up for direct emails from the Company here.

About Professional Services Plans® (PSP)

Professional Services Plans®, a division of B&B Protector Plans, Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brown & Brown, Inc. Since 1982, Professional Services Plans has continued to provide insurance solutions to professionals and business owners throughout the United States. Professional Services Plans specializes in and writes directly for the following business classes: lawyers, dentists, podiatrists, accountants, dental hygienists, aviation & drone, cyber liability, and mosquito control districts. By partnering with trusted insurance carrier partners, PSP can provide a variety of coverage options–from Admitted to Non-Admitted, providing customized insurance solutions. Professional Services Plans carrier partners demonstrate excellence in financial strength and long-term commitment to our customers’ industries.

Professional Services Plans strives to provide excellence with personalized customer service. Our trained sales professionals specialize in niche markets. Their dedication to specified industries and professions allows them to tailor insurance solutions around your needs.

About Brown & Brown, Inc.

Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) is a leading insurance brokerage firm, providing risk management solutions to individuals and businesses. With Brown & Brown’s 80 years of proven success and thousands of teammates, we offer knowledge you can trust and strive to deliver superior customer service. For more information, please visit bbinsurance.com.

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Does Car Insurance Cover Flood Damage Caused By Hurricanes?


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“Comprehensive coverage is designed to cover weather-related damage, including flood damage. If your care was flooded during Hurricane Florence, you should file a claim”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

Cheapquotesautoinsurance.com has released a new blog post that explains how car owners can be compensated for flood and hurricane damage by their auto insurance coverage

Water can render a car totally useless. The modern devices installed in a car can be short-circuited when water breaches in. So, it is normal for drivers to ask themselves if their insurance plan will reimburse them. Find out more and get free car insurance quotes from http://cheapquotesautoinsurance.com/car-insurance-cover-floods/

  • Comprehensive car insurance covers damaged caused by weather. Under the terms of the contract, the policyholder will be reimbursed if the car was damaged by extreme weather. Comprehensive also reimburses the owner if the car was totaled. So, if the car was flooded by Hurricane Florence, this policy will cover the costs.
  • The policyholder will be reimbursed based on the car’s Actual Cash Value. This means that the policyholder will be reimbursed for the value of the car at the moment when the car was flooded. A car’s value depreciates over time. This is a very important thing to remember.
  • Comprehensive coverage will also cover damaged accessories. But only if those accessories were declared and covered before the car was damaged. Making claims for accessories that were not declared is useless. No company will reimburse undeclared items.
  • Insurance companies will no longer issue comprehensive coverage once a hurricane was announced. This is a safe-lock for companies and prevents potential bankruptcy. Otherwise, the companies will have to pay a lot of money to policyholders who paid one or two premiums.
  • Mitigate the damage caused by the hurricane. Once it is safe, get the vehicle to safe location and dry it. Besides reducing the damage, the policyholder will have more changes for a better claim settlement.


Cheapquotesautoinsurance.com is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://cheapquotesautoinsurance.com/.

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Important Aspects To Take Into Consideration When Shopping For Car Insurance


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“Making the car safer, driving less or bundling plans will help drivers save car insurance money. Check our website for more tips on how to reduce the costs and keep them under control”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

Cheapquotesautoinsurance.com has released a new blog post that presents the most important aspects to analyze when shopping for car insurance.

Drivers who research the market have better of finding high-quality cheaper coverage. Investing some time in researching the status of insurers and their offers will be greatly rewarded. Find out what aspects must be taken into consideration when buying car coverage and get free car insurance quotes from http://cheapquotesautoinsurance.com/5-things-to-consider-when-shopping-for-auto-insurance/

  • Consider shopping online. Besides being way easier and faster than the traditional ways, buying insurance online can also provide financial benefits. Drivers will save valuable time and money. Also, numerous insurers offer discounts for getting online quotes, purchasing coverage online or going paperless. .
  • Consider talking with an agent if some terms and conditions are not that easy to understand. It is not recommended to sign contracts if some terms and conditions are not fully comprehended. It is always better to spend some time and money and talk to an expert. He will provide explanations and even help the driver design a coverage plan suitable for the driver’s needs and budget.
  • Consider bundling multiple policies. Combining multiple types of insurance under the same contract is a smart way of saving money. Typically, companies offer a discount to those who choose to purchase multiple insurance types. Combining home and auto insurance will bring the biggest savings.
  • Consider paying for the full period of the contract in advance. Another smart way to save money is to pay-in-full. This will save the company some administrative costs and generally, it is cheaper than combining 12 or 6 premiums. Online quotes can also show drivers how much money they can save by paying everything in advance.
  • Consider making the car safer. A safer car is cheaper to insure. Ask the insurer what devices will make the premiums cheaper. Also, consider installing anti-theft devices, since they will reduce the comprehensive premium costs. Again, online quotes ask about certain safety features that will qualify the driver for a discount.


Cheapquotesautoinsurance.com is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://cheapquotesautoinsurance.com.

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Magna Legal Services Announces Appointment of New CEO


The philosophy of the founding partners has always been that the customer comes first. The only way that works is by listening. Increasing our bandwidth through acquisitions will enhance our customer responsiveness, strengthen our ability to react quickly to market needs, and enable us to implement.

Magna Legal Services (”Magna”), a legal support services industry leader in jury research, visual communications, trial presentation consulting, depositions, language services , and record retrieval services, announced that the founding partners have unanimously selected Mark Williams as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Founding partners Bob Ackerman, Peter Hecht, Mark Calzaretta and Jon Ackerman will continue in their current executive roles leading Magna and will remain Board members and significant shareholders. Bob Ackerman will serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Mark Williams will serve on Magna’s Board alongside the other Founding Partners.

“We have experienced very successful organic growth throughout the last 12 years. As we continue to support our clients’ needs, we have made the strategic decision to begin an aggressive acquisition program to allow us to scale up our services in support of our clients’ development,” said Bob Ackerman, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Mark has a thorough understanding of scaling organizations organically and through mergers and acquisitions. He will be laser focused on making sure we execute seamless integrations as we add new firms to our platform and that we continue to deliver for our clients.”

“The philosophy of the founding partners has always been that the customer comes first. The only way that works is by listening. Increasing our bandwidth through acquisitions will enhance our customer responsiveness, strengthen our ability to react quickly to market needs, and enable us to implement innovative new visionary change on a larger scale,” said Peter Hecht, Executive Vice President of Sales.

“I am honored that the Founding Partners chose me to join the team,” said Mark Williams. “And thrilled that I will be working alongside Bob, Mark, Peter and Jon to build on Magna’s extraordinary client service and leadership in the legal support services industry.”

“What impressed me about Mark Williams was that he understood our vision from the first meeting and it was clear to me he would be an asset to our growth strategy,” said Mark Calzaretta, Executive Vice President of Litigation Consulting. “The fastest growing line of business is our Record Collection division and I am looking forward to working with Mark to help us scale up as we continue to expand,” said Jonathan Ackerman, Executive Vice President of Record Services.

Mark Williams was formerly the CEO/President of Kroll Ontrack, a leading legal technology company with over 1200 employees and 35 offices in 20 countries, which was subsequently purchased and became KLDiscovery where Williams was President/COO and served on the Board. Williams previously held senior positions leading businesses at Huron Consulting and Axiom Global, and a 17-year career at the global law firm of DLA Piper as a corporate and M&A attorney (including Managing Partner in Beijing, China) and helped the firm’s international expansion in Asia and the Middle East. Williams holds a JD from Columbia University School of Law, an MBA from the University of Maryland / Beijing University for International Business & Economics, an MSc in International Relations from The London School of Economics and Political Science, and a BA in Political Science from the University of Illinois.

About Magna Legal Services

Magna Legal Services provides end-to-end legal support services to law firms, corporations, insurance companies, and governmental agencies throughout the nation. Magna is an industry leader in litigation consulting, deposition and trial services, and record retrieval, including innovative proprietary technology in each of these areas. As an end-to-end service provider, Magna is able to provide strategic advantages to clients by offering legal support services at every stage of their legal proceeding. For additional information and the latest Magna news, visit http://www.magnals.com, or stay connected through the Magna LinkedIn or Facebook page.

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Insurance Businesses Welcome New Movers to Their Local Community with Welcome Wagon’s New Mover Marketing Programs


Welcome Wagon’s New Mover Marketing Programs for Insurance Businesses

Welcome Wagon’s New Mover Marketing Programs for Insurance Businesses

“New homeowners establish more business relationships in the first year of their move than at any other time, which provides a great opportunity for insurance agents and agencies to reach out and introduce themselves,” said Steve Goodman, CEO and President of Welcome Wagon.

National marketing company, Welcome Wagon, offers innovative solutions for local insurance businesses to increase their customer base and improve ROI by targeting new homeowners and movers via direct mail and digital marketing services.

With over 50% of new homeowners switching their insurance within their first year of moving, new movers will be in search of a trustworthy insurance company that can provide them with the right coverage for their families and needs. When moving to a new location, studies show that 72% of new movers will need to purchase insurance for a variety of products they didn’t need before.

Welcome Wagon’s new mover marketing strategy aims to build a mutually beneficial relationship between local insurance businesses and new movers. When a homeowner moves into their new neighborhood, Welcome Wagon delivers to their mailbox a high-quality Gift Book which includes a full page ad, listing their contact information as well as details about the services they provide. What further sets Welcome Wagon’s New Mover Marketing Program apart is the added benefit of category exclusivity, giving insurance businesses a substantial advantage over their competitors.

For insurance businesses that also want to greet new movers through the digital route, Welcome Wagon’s New Mover Email showcases an insurance business’s information along with a compelling invitation for the residents to contact them. By clicking on the insurance business’s listing, new movers are automatically directed to a landing page created just for their business, featuring their contact information as well as options to link directly to the business’s website and directions on how to get to their office.

“New homeowners establish more business relationships in the first year of their move than at any other time, which provides a great opportunity for insurance agents and agencies to reach out and introduce themselves,” said Steve Goodman, CEO and President of Welcome Wagon. “By reaching out to new homeowners upon move-in, local insurance businesses have the ability to grow their client base with residents who are in need of their expertise and services.”

Welcome Wagon’s direct mail and digital marketing services allows insurance companies to reach prospective customers before their competition does, which in the long run helps build strong relationships and a great sense of community.

More about Welcome Wagon

Welcome Wagon was created in 1928 to embody the spirit of warm hospitality and welcome. Now in their 91st year, Welcome Wagon continues this mission, helping to create lasting relationships between new movers and local businesses. Their goal is to assist people in saving money, growing their business, and helping the local economy prosper. For more information on Welcome Wagon, visit https://welcomewagon.com/.

For career opportunities, visit https://welcomewagon.com/careers/.

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A New Article Explains How Accurate Car Insurance Quotes Online Really Are


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“Car insurance quotes can be really accurate. But you must offer accurate info, first!”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

Carinsuranceplan.org has released a new blog post that explains how drivers can get accurate quotes and save car insurance money

Drivers rely on quotes to take important decisions and plan their available budget. So, it is of utmost importance to get as accurate as possible quotes. But should drivers rely on online quotes? This blog spot explains more. Also, drivers can get free car insurance quotes from https://carinsuranceplan.org/how-accurate-is-a-car-insurance-quote/


  • Quotes can be really accurate. Although they are approximations, they can predict the final price with great accuracy, when the submit form is used properly. And online quotes tend to have a high degree of accuracy. The reason is simple: data is sent and received between user and an insurer’s database with extreme speed.
  • However, the accuracy of the quotes depends on the info provided. As drivers can hear many times, quotes are as accurate and they let them be. This means that if a person wants really accurate quotes, he or she must provide accurate info. Providing a wrong car model or a wrong ZIP code will make the prices differ from the actual costs.
  • Keep relevant documents nearby when searching for online quotes. This includes documents for the car, driving license, ZIP code. They will make sure that the provided data is offered with higher accuracy.
  • Offer accurate annual mileage estimates. Online questionnaires will ask about how many miles are driven per year by the customer. They will ask an approximation, offering several range options. Choose the one that approximates better the actual mileage.


Carinsuranceplan.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://carinsuranceplan.org.

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AssuredPartners Acquires Tutton Insurance Services, Inc.


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“As we continue to expand operations and build partnerships in the California marketplace, we welcome the clients and employees of Tutton Insurance Services,” stated AssuredPartners President and COO Tom Riley.

AssuredPartners, Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of Tutton Insurance Services, Inc. located in Santa Ana, CA. The team of 57 will remain under the operational leadership of Bill Tutton. The agency currently reports revenues estimated at $11 million annually.

“Tutton Insurance is built on expertise and relationships. We believe building personal relationships with our clients is the key to success. We have a passion for developing partnerships and can continue to build upon this foundational principle by partnering with AssuredPartners,” stated Bill Tutton.

AssuredPartners Western Regions President Randy Larsen stated, “We are excited about the continued growth in the Western Region with the addition of Tutton Insurance Services. Their focus on developing partnerships best aligns with the AssuredPartners belief of Power through Partnership.”

“As we continue to expand operations and build partnerships in the California marketplace, we welcome the clients and employees of Tutton Insurance Services. The dedicated team excels in providing exceptional service and is a welcomed addition to AssuredPartners,” stated AssuredPartners President and COO Tom Riley. “We look forward to building strong, lasting relationships with the Tutton team.”

For more information on Tutton Insurance Services, please visit: http://www.tutton.com.

ABOUT ASSUREDPARTNERS, INC

Headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida and led by Jim Henderson and Tom Riley, AssuredPartners, Inc. acquires and invests in insurance brokerage businesses (property and casualty, employee benefits, surety and MGU’s) across the United States and in London. From its founding in March of 2011, AssuredPartners has grown to over $1.2 billion in annualized revenue and continues to be one of the fastest growing insurance brokerage firms in the United States with over 235 offices in 30 states and London. For more information, please contact Dean Curtis, CFO, at 407.708.0031 or dean.curtis@assuredpartners.com, or visit http://www.assuredpartners.com.

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