Alera Group, formed in early 2017, has over 3,500 employees serving thousands of clients nationally. We have specialists in employee benefits, property and casualty, wealth and retirement plan services. Alera Group was created by the merging of 24 high-performing, entrepreneurial offices across the United States. Now, with new partner acquisitions across the country, we are serving clients with national expertise and resources paired with local, personalized service. Today Alera Group is the 7th largest privately held employee benefits firm, the 15th largest independent insurance agency, and the 16th largest privately held insurance firm in the United States. Alera Group companies are motivated by the desire to find a better way to serve clients nationally without losing the independent thinking and values of each individual office. Alera combines the national resources of its members to deliver the best possible outcomes for clients—positively impacting our employees, clients, communities and the lives of people where we serve. We look forward to our continued growth by partnering with individuals and companies who share our vision, mission and passion. To learn more about the Alera Group and how you could join our team, please visit our website.

Kilpatrick Companies, LLC is a wholesale General Agency and benefits consulting firm located in Houston. We work with a network of independent brokers, agents, and consultants to write, service, support, and consult on employee benefits programs that include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability products.

Since 1969, partnering with Permian Basin area employers to help attract and retain top talent through the implementation, maintenance and compliance of various employee benefit programs. (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) Insurance One Management, Inc. dba Don Crawford & Associates http://www.Facebook.com/DonCrawfordInsurance

Americanized Benefit Consultants (ABC), now known as Empower Benefits and Insurance Group (Empower BIG), presents as a prominent and experienced player in the insurance brokerage industry, particularly for employer benefits. Founded in 2003 and based in Houston, Texas, ABC has established itself through tailored benefit solutions focusing on employee engagement, harmonizing financial goals, and employee retention. These key aspects, combined with a strong ethos of honesty, integrity, and client-centricity, have made ABC a preferred choice for small to mid-sized companies. Over the past two decades, ABC has significantly enhanced its expertise in the insurance sector, offering sound counsel and cost-effective benefit plans covering areas like group medical, stop loss, short/long-term disability, life/AD&D, and supplemental products. The firm is particularly noted for its proficiency in self-funded plans, risk management, and underwriting knowledge. In 2018, responding to client needs and its successful track record, ABC expanded into commercial insurance, launching the Americanized Property & Casualty division. This move positioned the company as a full-service, boutique broker, catering to a broad range of insurance and risk management requirements. By 2021, ABC, including its property and casualty division, underwent a rebranding to form Empower BIG, combining its teams to create a unified vision with expanded capabilities and services. Despite the rebranding, the firm has maintained its independence and entrepreneurial spirit, focusing on client-centric approaches and innovative solutions. As a privately held firm, Empower BIG emphasizes its commitment to clients, free from stockholder pressures and corporate bureaucracy. This Houston office of Empower BIG (formerly ABC) stands out for its extensive experience with both midsize and large employers, demonstrating its capability to cater to diverse business scales and needs. Its notable clientele includes Castlerock Communities Lp in the residential building construction industry with over 260 participants, Kaneka North America in basic chemical manufacturing with more than 430 participants, and Kemlon Products & Development Group in the electrical equipment and component manufacturing industry with upwards of 380 participants. This diverse portfolio showcases Empower BIG's versatility and depth in handling complex and varied insurance needs across industries such as mining support activities, real estate-related activities, and residential building construction.

COMMERCIAL INSURANCE McAnally Wilkins Insurance provides comprehensive commercial insurance programs for contractors in the continental United States’ oil and gas industry. Our insurance experts have extensive knowledge of the exposures that confront workers in the oil and gas industry as well as proven, established relationships with a broad range of insurance companies. As a private agency, we have the capacity to make decisions that are in the best interest of our clients without concern for a corporate executives’ bottom line. In short, we’re able to provide our clients and prospects the best coverage at the fairest price. FREE SERVICES Multiple FREE money-saving services are included when you become our customer. Please contact the front office or any of the agents listed within our LinkedIn Employee List to get more information. MEDICAL INSURANCE At MWI, we believe in being a one-stop shop for our customers. Not only do we provide Commercial Insurance, but we also also write and service our customers’ Employee Benefits Programs. We have access to multiple carrier options regardless if it’s medical, dental, vision, life, and anything else in between. Please call the front office or our Benefits Director, Michael Knize, for more information about our services and our additional free services that are included in our partnership.

Memorial Financial Services Corp. is an independent, family owned firm. Established in 2000, we are a full service Employee Benefits and Estate Planning brokerage with a heavy focus on customized long term, cutting edge strategies aimed at keeping our clients at the forefront of an ever evolving industry, in the most cost effective manner possible. Areas of expertise include comprehensive employee benefits packages, including traditional and non-traditional health insurance options, ancillary coverages such as dental, vision, life and disability income insurance. Also, available are worksite coverages such as accident, cancer, critical illness and hospital indemnity policies. We work with a large range of exclusively "A rated"​ carriers to ensure that you're getting the high quality coverage that you deserve, at a price point that is affordable to your company. Our Estate Planning services are focused on using some fairly common as well as other non-traditional vehicles to address a wide range of needs, including survivorship, wealth accumulation, protecting businesses using buy/sell agreements, and minimizing tax liability during retirement years.

Ryan Benefits is a employee benefits consulting firm, established in 2004, specializing in health and welfare plans for the mid-size employer market. Ryan Benefits assists employers with risk management of self-funded plans and insured products covering medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and voluntary worksite products. Our boutique model competes against regional and national consulting/ brokerage firms and we have expanded our resources to support our growth.

Amba's Austin, Texas location, operating as Association Member Benefits Advisors (AMBA), stands out as a distinguished insurance broker specializing in serving retired educators and public employees. They offer quality coverage at competitive rates, aligning their services with the needs of local and regional employers, particularly in the medical and ancillary benefits sector. AMBA's expertise is notably recognized in the religious, grantmaking, civic, professional, and similar organizations industries. A key example of their clientele is the National Education Association of the United States, based in Washington D.C., where they successfully manage benefits for over 518,670 participants. This reflects their capacity to handle large-scale, complex employee benefit programs. Located at 6034 W Courtyard Dr., Suite 300, Austin, TX 78730, AMBA is endorsed by the School Employee Retirees of Ohio, highlighting their credibility and trust within the industry. Their plans are underwritten by Ameritas Life Insurance Corp and Vision Service Provider, ensuring a robust backing for their insurance offerings. AMBA's reach extends beyond Texas, with partnerships across more than 70 associations in 35 states, serving hundreds of thousands of members. This vast network underscores their ability to provide tailored insurance solutions across a broad spectrum of industries and geographic locations. Their approach combines local expertise with a wide-reaching influence, making them a reliable choice for employer benefits in Austin and beyond.

The Scioli Group is owned by Paul J. Scioli CLU, ChFC. , it began 27 years ago as a financial planning consulting firm. The consulting role evolved 18 years ago to include employee benefits consulting. The employee benefits consulting services include health, dental, vision, long term disability, short term disability, life as well as voluntary ancillary products. We are an independent agency licensed and appointed to do business with many insurance companies and third party administrators. Our goal consists of developing strategic plans with employers both self-funded and fully insured. Today, more than ever, a great employee benefits package is key to attracting and retaining the best employees. Yet, each business has its own needs. Navigating through the employee benefits possibilities and the costs are more overwhelming than ever – and it’s a substantial management challenge. At The Scioli Group, we position ourselves to be your compass – not just at the start of your decision-making process – but to help navigate through all phases of employee benefits as a daily, integral part of your team.. Paul J. Scioli

Alera Group, formed in early 2017, has over 3,500 employees serving thousands of clients nationally. We have specialists in employee benefits, property and casualty, wealth and retirement plan services. Alera Group was created by the merging of 24 high-performing, entrepreneurial offices across the United States. Now, with new partner acquisitions across the country, we are serving clients with national expertise and resources paired with local, personalized service. Today Alera Group is the 7th largest privately held employee benefits firm, the 15th largest independent insurance agency, and the 16th largest privately held insurance firm in the United States. Alera Group companies are motivated by the desire to find a better way to serve clients nationally without losing the independent thinking and values of each individual office. Alera combines the national resources of its members to deliver the best possible outcomes for clients—positively impacting our employees, clients, communities and the lives of people where we serve. We look forward to our continued growth by partnering with individuals and companies who share our vision, mission and passion. To learn more about the Alera Group and how you could join our team, please visit our website.

As one of the premier Health Insurance Agencies in Texas, we have the experience and knowledge to make employee benefits easy. We offer a full suite of products and services including group health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, executive benefits, consulting services and more! Through our innovation and complete suite of benefits consulting services, we offer plans that are unique and custom-built for your needs. Ranging from plan design and compliance to employee engagement and the latest benefit delivery technology, our experienced benefit professionals engineer high-quality, competitive solutions specific to your challenges. The "after the sale" service experience is huge to us and so the service level we provide is backed by our "5-Point Star Service Guarantee"​: 1. Principal Contact- Have confidence in the fact that the agent you've trusted from the beginning is the same one that plays a fundamental role in your day to day plan administration. 2. Exceptional Service Support- Our team of experienced professionals will take the lead on all insurance issues and service needs of your company and your employees. We provide the personal service touch that is missing from many of the larger agencies. You're more than just an account number to us. 3. Accessibility- We are available when you need us. All you have to do is call and in most situations, receive a same day resolution to any questions or issues you may have. 4. Client-Centered Values- We can proudly say that you come first. We always choose the benefit of our client over the benefit of the insurance carrier. 5. Technology- Through our technology platforms, we provide you with the ability to have a full benefits administration system available at no charge. We also provide you with an HR platform where you can research anything relating to HR, including speaking to a licensed HR professional that can assist you with any HR related questions.