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.

Employee Benefit Services , Ltd. is a full service benefits consulting firm that provides our clients with a full menu of corporate benefit resources and services. We develop strategies to help meet your business objectives. Our clients benefit from the depth of our expertise in the area of corporate benefits and the diversity of our offerings, as well as from a team of professionals whose approach is always client centered. As a completely independent employee benefits firm, we provide clients access to appropriate solutions and products for their needs. We also offer our clients a broad array of personal financial strategies to make sure that their individual financial needs are as carefully considered, as their business needs. We do this through our team of dedicated financial professionals whose knowledge and expertise in developing personal financial strategies is of the same high caliber as our benefit consultants. Founded by its President, Michael Vitkansas CLU, ChFC in 1984, Employee Benefit Services, Ltd. is committed to empowering clients by providing them with the ability to make informed choices in both their business and personal lives.

Based in Orlando, Florida, AssuredPartners stands as a global frontrunner in the insurance brokerage landscape, with special expertise in industry-specific insurance solutions for both businesses and consumers. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including commercial insurance, risk management, and employee benefits. As strategic advisors in the insurance domain, our unparalleled expertise empowers us to deliver tailor-made solutions designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. With a team of over 10,000 professionals, we serve clients from strategically located offices across North America, England, Ireland, Belgium, and Scotland. Committed to building strong, long-lasting relationships, we foster an environment of trust, transparency, and mutual respect with our partners. This ethos is encapsulated in our guiding principle: Power through Partnership. For further information, please visit www.assuredpartners.com.

Based in Orlando, Florida, AssuredPartners stands as a global frontrunner in the insurance brokerage landscape, with special expertise in industry-specific insurance solutions for both businesses and consumers. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including commercial insurance, risk management, and employee benefits. As strategic advisors in the insurance domain, our unparalleled expertise empowers us to deliver tailor-made solutions designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. With a team of over 10,000 professionals, we serve clients from strategically located offices across North America, England, Ireland, Belgium, and Scotland. Committed to building strong, long-lasting relationships, we foster an environment of trust, transparency, and mutual respect with our partners. This ethos is encapsulated in our guiding principle: Power through Partnership. For further information, please visit www.assuredpartners.com.

PDCM formed after two successful insurance agencies (Vaughan, Pedersen & McCausland Insurance, Inc. and Brown and Dieckman Insurance Agency) merged more than 90 years ago. PDCM (Pedersen, Dowie, Clabby & McCausland) has earned a reputation as a professional agency that can meet all of your personal and professional insurance needs. Each person at PDCM who works directly with clients is a talented and licensed agent. Our staff averages 18 years of insurance experience across a variety of industries. We look forward to earning your trust as a business partner in the coming years.

Independent. Customized. Leading-Edge. IBC Insurance is a locally owned and nationally recognized insurance and business administration services provider. Some business administration services include: Flex and HRA Administration, Preventative Health, Perfect Health Program, and Risk Management. IBC offers a wide range of of services for business owners including Individual and Group Health, Personal Insurance, and Commercial Insurance. We are independent; we will work to find the best insurance opportunities for your business. We will develop a customized strategic plan for you that defines objectives and outlines the actions needed to fulfill those objectives. By utilizing leading-edge technology related to insurance, wellness, and HR, we can provide our customers with the latest data analysis and legislative communication administration tools. We pride ourselves on the level of knowledge and service regarding insurance solutions, wellness, work comp, health benefits, and safety we bring to our clients and we will work hard to earn and keep your trust.

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

Hi, we’re HUB. We advise businesses and individuals on how to reach their goals. When you partner with us, you’re at the center of a vast network of risk, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management specialists that bring clarity to a changing world with tailored solutions and unrelenting advocacy. So you’re ready for tomorrow. About Hub International Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hub International Limited (Hub) is a leading full-service global insurance broker providing property and casualty, life and health, employee benefits, investment and risk management products and services. From offices located throughout North America, Hub’s vast network of specialists provides peace of mind on what matters most by protecting clients through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions. For more information, please visit hubinternational.com.

KHI Solutions has offices located in Fort Dodge, Webster City and West Des Moines and utilizes over 400 agents throughout Iowa and beyond to provide individuals, families and businesses with a variety of insurance, group benefits, financial and wellness products and services. KHI is dedicated to providing our independent agents and customers with the highest quality products for the best obtainable value. This is accomplished by our professional team of people commited to providing superior service that is unmatched in our industry. At KHI, customer service is - and will remain - our top priority. We know that people and employers have different needs; that is why we contract with nationally recognized carriers. We will provide you with innovative and quality options so you can choose the protection that is right for you. We strive to exceed our client's expectations and will continuously look for new ideas and ways to improve. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in a wide variety of insurance and financial products. Because we keep abreast of the latest insurance regulations, industry trends, and new products, KHI has the perfect solution for you... or your business.

Since 1887, the Iowa Bankers Association (IBA) has been dedicated to serving Iowa banks. As the nation's largest state banking association, the IBA provides members with a strong voice at the state and federal levels of government, along with a wealth of other resources to support Iowa banks'​ success — including compliance, education, marketing, human resources, and insurance and mortgage services. About Our Affiliates: Iowa Bankers Mortgage Corporation (IBMC) has served community banks’ single-family real estate needs since 1979. The IBMC staff has in-depth expertise in mortgage banking, secondary market requirements and loan servicing. For nearly 40 years IBMC has brought this expertise to community banks, offering a variety of channels and competitive tools in order to tailor services to meet each bank’s individual needs. Iowa Bankers Insurance and Services, Inc. (IBIS) offers a variety of insurance products and access to carriers to meet the needs of banks and bank agencies — and to help them serve their customers. Since 1971, IBIS has been the partner Iowa banks and bank agencies have depended on for insurance expertise and outstanding service. IBIS has a knowledgeable staff, with over 100 years combined insurance experience, who are committed to helping banks succeed.

The Vogt Group, based in Dubuque, IA, stands out as a substantial insurance broker with a larger office, well-equipped to meet the diverse needs of local and regional employers. Renowned for their proficiency in working with self-funded clients, this office location has proven experience in delivering tailored solutions. The Vogt Group's impressive client portfolio includes leaders like Art Pape Transfer in the general freight trucking industry, boasting 130+ participants, Cascade Lumber Company in the lumber and construction materials merchant wholesalers sector with 180+ participants, and Elite Casino Resorts in the traveler accommodation industry, featuring 280+ participants. These partnerships highlight the broker's adaptability across diverse industries, including traveler accommodation, retail trade, and electrical equipment manufacturing. As an integral part of a local brokerage firm, The Vogt Group brings a localized touch to their services, ensuring a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by businesses in the region. With significant experience catering to both midsize and small employers, this office in Dubuque, IA, positions itself as a reliable partner for employers seeking comprehensive and personalized benefits solutions.

Kunkel & Associates, Inc. is a rapidly growing insurance brokerage out of Dubuque, IA that provides consultative insurance services to commercial accounts for group benefits, property & casualty, and transportation coverages. Our mission is to develop long-term, successful relationships with our clients, while providing to our employees a culture of respect, achievement, and both personal and professional growth.