Chastain & Associates LLC, based in Athens, GA, stands as a prominent local brokerage firm with a larger office that caters to the specific needs of midsize employers. They have carved out a niche in the insurance brokerage sector with their considerable experience and adept handling of self-funded clients, offering tailored solutions that resonate with local and regional businesses. One of their key strengths lies in their extensive expertise across diverse industries, such as beer, wine, and distilled alcoholic beverage merchant wholesalers, educational services, and legal services. This broad spectrum of knowledge allows them to provide specialized insurance solutions that are finely tuned to the unique requirements of these sectors. Among their top customers, Chastain & Associates LLC boasts of successful partnerships with notable organizations in Georgia. Athens Academy, a significant player in the educational services industry, with over 170 participants, has benefitted from their services. Similarly, Golden Pantry Food Stores, a name to reckon with in the grocery and convenience retailers industry, with a base of over 100 participants, and Heyward Allen Motor Company, a major entity in the automobile dealers industry with 180+ participants, stand as testaments to the firm’s ability to handle substantial client portfolios with efficiency and expertise. Their success with these and other clients underlines their capability to support and enhance the insurance strategies of midsize employers. Chastain & Associates LLC’s local roots, combined with their wide-ranging industry knowledge, make them an ideal choice for employers in Athens, GA, looking for a comprehensive and experienced insurance brokerage partner.

Higginbotham is a single source solution for insurance, financial and HR/employee benefits services. The employee-owned firm was established in 1948 and ranks by revenue today as the nation’s 21st largest independent insurance brokerage. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Higginbotham serves businesses and individuals through locations across the nation. The firm specializes in tailoring programs to meet each client’s unique needs, and in standing by those programs with their Day Two Services®, which provide proactive customer support through the life of each policy. Higginbotham is a values-driven firm that strives to be family to employees, accountable to clients, teammates to carriers, and generous to communities.

Strongside Solutions is a cost management consulting firm that specializes in the design, implementation and supply-chain management of healthcare benefit programs for employers. Experts in mitigating healthcare costs, Strongside Solutions has a revolutionary healthcare benefits package, eBenefix, that is revolutionizing the healthcare benefits industry by delivering a better healthcare experience to employees and reducing healthcare costs up to 40%.

At Mercer, we believe in building brighter futures. Together, our 25,000 employees in over 130 counties are helping redefine the future of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock real health and well-being. For over 75 years, we’ve provided trusted advice and solutions to build healthier and more sustainable futures for our clients, colleagues and communities. Balancing economics and empathy in our approach, we work side by side with you to find solutions to benefit your people and your business. By turning ideas into actions that spark positive change, we help you enrich employees’ lives and careers and drive innovation, progress and performance. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan. Get to know us better: Click the “learn more” button at the top of the page to discover everything we do to help you meet the needs of today and tomorrow. Follow us on Twitter at @Mercer.

Running a successful business takes your full time and attention! Utilizing valuable company resources to contend with personnel issues and employment administration does nothing to add to your productivity or your bottom line. Wouldn’t it be nice to focus on your business and pass this administrative burden off to someone else? There is a better way… OneSource PEO! OneSource PEO was established in 1997 with the goal of helping small businesses thrive. Headquartered in metropolitan Atlanta, we take pride in looking for every opportunity to go above and beyond for our clients. A professional employer organization provides comprehensive HR services for small to mid-size businesses. By partnering with a PEO it allows clients to focus on their core business versus constant HR functions. According to the National Association of PEOs, or NAPEO, the annual return on investment or overall cost savings is conservatively estimated at 27.2% annually, along with the growth factor of an additional 7%-9% over comparable small businesses that do not use a PEO. OneSource provides employers with a customized solution designed to fit their needs. Our integrated services allow employers to eliminate the complexities and administrative burdens of having employees, which frees up more time to focus on the true needs of your business.

Joe Costa & Associates, Inc. is an Independent Insurance Agency specializing in Employee Benefits. Our primary focus is Group Health Insurance and Capital Development. We have been serving Northeast Georgia since 1982 by providing sales, renewal and service support to our clients. We are licensed with Athens Area Health Plan Select, Blue Cross, UnitedHealthcare and the other top carriers in the area.

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Mace Benefits Group Inc stands as a beacon of reliability and expertise in the realm of employee benefits. With a dedication to fostering mutually beneficial relationships between employers and their valued workforce, Mace Benefits Group Inc prides itself on personalized service tailored to the unique needs of each client. Drawing on years of experience and a deep understanding of the intricacies of the benefits landscape, the team at Mace Benefits Group Inc works tirelessly to provide comprehensive solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. Their client roster boasts esteemed names such as MONRO, INC., a testament to their reputation for excellence. Beyond their commitment to delivering top-tier benefits packages, Mace Benefits Group Inc distinguishes itself through its unwavering dedication to client satisfaction. Every interaction is marked by professionalism, transparency, and a genuine desire to empower organizations to thrive. For companies seeking a trusted partner in navigating the complex world of employee benefits, Mace Benefits Group Inc offers expertise, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to success.

When it comes to protecting what matters most in business and everyday life, at McGriff we believe our clients should never settle for less than the best. For more than a century, we’ve relied on expertise, resources, and relationships to deliver insurance and risk management solutions focused on our clients’ priorities and what they value most. McGriff is a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company. Our solutions include commercial property and casualty, corporate bonding and surety, cyber, executive risk, management and professional liability, captives and alternative risk transfer programs, employee benefits, small business and personal lines insurance. Our experienced risk management specialists develop highly tailored solutions while listening, learning, and executing with precision under the guidance of our four core principles: Integrity: We do what we say, every single time. Determination: We relentlessly pursue success on your behalf. Passion: We are specialists in our field driven to serve you. Collaboration: We build strong relationships with teammates, partners, and you to create the best solutions. The world is ever changing as is the risk environment facing businesses and individuals alike. McGriff is committed to providing our clients with the guidance necessary to help them successfully navigate their risk path. Join the thousands of businesses, organizations and individuals across the country who choose McGriff, a firm dedicated to building long-term relationships and helping protect your most valuable assets. With McGriff, you’ll never have to settle for less.

Since 1905, Turner Wood & Smith Insurance has been North Georgia's most trusted independent insurance agency. Our dedication to our employees, clients and community has created an environment ready to foster another 100 years of success. We help you plan for success and prepare for the unexpected—yesterday, today and tomorrow.