Optavise is a trusted benefits partner for business owners and human resources professionals who work hard to build and maintain a healthy, happy workforce. Through Optavise’s cohesive suite of products and services, we guide employers and employees through their healthcare choices to help reduce costs and increase benefits engagement. We streamline administration for employers and educate employees about benefits and care options, making it easy for them to choose and use their benefits wisely. Optavise provides a first-of-its-kind benefits solution, including: • Benefits administration technology for a streamlined enrollment process • Customizable selection of voluntary benefits that employees want and need • Year-round benefits education, communications and advocacy to inform and empower employees to become better healthcare consumers • Expert resources, helping employees maximize their benefits and make more informed choices for themselves and their family members For brokers and agents, Optavise is an opportunity to represent a company that’s changing the game in employee benefits and to be rewarded for hard work. Our comprehensive benefits solution delivers measurable outcomes for employers, leading to greater satisfaction, higher retention rates and increased earning opportunities. Visit Optavise.com to learn more and schedule a demo. Privacy and Legal Info: Optavise.com/privacy-center

ALTERNATIVE INSURANCE RESOURCES, INC. is an insurance company based out of 1770 INDEPENDENCE COURT, VESTAVIA HILLS, Alabama, United States.

ABLE BENEFIT SOLUTIONS is a company based out of Birmingham, Alabama, United States.

Dan Singley's insurance brokerage, located in Birmingham, AL, stands out for its specialized expertise in catering to local and regional employers with a strong focus on medical and ancillary benefits. This office is part of a local brokerage firm, emphasizing personalized service and deep understanding of the regional market. Their proficiency particularly shines in working with activities related to credit intermediation industries, showcasing their versatility and ability to handle complex insurance needs. Their clientele is diverse, ranging from small employers to significant players in various sectors. Notable examples include AC Legg Packing Co, a prominent name in the food manufacturing industry in Alabama, engaging over 50 participants. They also cater to Repay Management Services, a key player in the credit intermediation sector, supporting a substantial workforce of 1560+ participants. Another example of their wide-ranging expertise is their work with GA West and Company in the specialty trade contractors industry, providing insurance solutions for 90+ participants. This brokerage is known for its ability to tailor services to meet the specific needs of smaller employers, demonstrating a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities within this segment. The team’s depth of knowledge in local and regional market dynamics, combined with their proven track record in managing diverse client portfolios, makes Dan Singley's Birmingham office a go-to choice for employers seeking reliable and comprehensive insurance solutions.

S.S. Nesbitt is now Valent Group. We no longer monitor this page, so if you have questions, please see our new page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/valentgroup/

USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world, delivering property and casualty, employee benefits, personal risk, program and retirement solutions to large risk management clients, middle market companies, smaller firms and individuals. Headquartered in Valhalla, New York, USI connects over 10,500 industry-leading professionals across approximately 200 offices to serve clients’ local, national and international needs. USI has become a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm by leveraging the USI ONE Advantage®, an interactive platform that integrates proprietary and innovative client solutions, networked local resources and enterprise-wide collaboration to deliver customized results with positive, bottom-line impact. USI attracts best-in-class industry talent with a long history of deep and continuing investment in our local communities. For more information, visit usi.com.

Insurance Office of America (IOA) is the fourth largest privately held insurance brokerage in the United States. Founded in 1988, IOA is a recognized leader in providing property and casualty, employee benefits, and personal lines insurance and risk management solutions as well as insurtech innovation. Headquartered in Longwood, Florida, part of the greater Orlando community, IOA has more than 1,300 associates located in over 60 offices in the U.S. and United Kingdom. For more information, visit www.ioausa.com.

What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes us better: independence. Our private ownership empowers our 12,500+ Associates doing business in over 140+ countries to focus solely on clients' risk and insurance needs. With expertise that reaches around the globe, we deliver the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results.

Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance is a regional insurance broker with an office located in Birmingham, Alabama, catering to midsize and small employers. With a solid track record and expertise across various industries, Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance offers comprehensive insurance solutions tailored to the specific needs of their clients. They have garnered a good M Score, a testament to their extensive experience and proficiency in serving clients of different sizes. One prime example of their successful work at the Birmingham office is their collaboration with Community Hospital, a prominent employer in the health care and social assistance industry with 230 members. Working closely with the hospital's HR and finance team, Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance facilitated the establishment of a self-funding arrangement and designed a customized PPO plan, pharmacy benefit management (PBM), and drug plan, all meticulously tailored to meet the unique requirements of the hospital's members. The Wisconsin office of Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance focuses on servicing clients in the region, with their expertise extending to outpatient care centers, health care, and social assistance industries. Their commitment to delivering exceptional service and specialized solutions has attracted clients such as Community Hospital and Bradford Health Services. As a reputable insurance broker, Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance boasts a diverse range of experience and expertise, including strong proficiency in working with clients and PPOs to meet member needs. They also have good experience collaborating with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and other specific pharmacy providers, ensuring comprehensive coverage and efficient medication management for their clients. For midsize and small employers seeking a trusted insurance broker, Fisher Brown Bottrell Insurance offers tailored solutions and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by different industries. Their Birmingham office serves as a reliable partner, delivering exceptional insurance services to meet the evolving needs of their clients.

Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting firm, serves communities around the globe, helping clients address risk, protecting assets, and recovering from losses. The products and services we provide keep businesses and institutions running, and enable individuals and families to face their future with confidence. Gallagher provides retail and wholesale property and casualty brokerage, alternative risk transfer services, employee benefit consulting, and actuarial services. Gallagher also offers claims and information management, risk control consulting and appraisal services, human resource consulting, and retirement services. Follow us on social: Instagram: http://instagram.com/gallagherglobal Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/GallagherGlobal Twitter: https://twitter.com/GallagherGlobal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/GallagherGlobal

BRP is now The Baldwin Group! We’ve updated our name to reflect our unified group of talented teams across the country. The Baldwin Group is a cohesive group of experts in business insurance, employee benefits, retirement planning, and all areas of private and personal insurance. Since our founding in 2011, we’ve evolved from a local business into a national firm with a vast network of specializations and industry practices for the benefit of our more than two million clients across the country. In addition, we have built excellent relationships with a wide range of insurance company partners. These relationships, coupled with our entrepreneurial and family-oriented culture, and deep expertise enable us to seamlessly deliver a breadth of innovative solutions to clients. At The Baldwin Group, we help provide the solutions our clients need to have confidence and gain peace of mind as they pursue what’s possible for themselves, their families, and their businesses. Whether they are renting their first apartment or buying a larger home, opening a small business or taking their company public, we offer solutions to support them on every step of their journey. This has been our story since the beginning—we provide the indispensable expertise and quality insights that give our clients peace of mind to pursue their purpose, passion, and dreams. And that’s what The Baldwin Group will continue to do for years to come: we protect the possible.