Paragon is an independent private equity firm that stands for sustainable investments in mid-sized companies since its foundation in 2004. We currently manage a total of €2.4bn in equity capital. Our investors include institutional organizations, such as life insurance companies, pension funds and university foundations, as well as the Paragon team. We invest in established mid-sized companies with sustainable business models and significant development potential. Each of the companies that we acquire is managed independently by its management team and is independently financed. We support our companies as shareholder and sparring partner and assist their management teams with a view to sustainably improving their strategy and operations. We focus on companies with a strong business model and operational development potential. We promote entrepreneurial thinking and action and make more capital available for additional acquisitions and growth initiatives where needed. We further support the growth of our companies through expertise in a variety of areas, such as recruitment and other operational development opportunities. We believe that by building companies sustainably, value is created for all stakeholders – the companies themselves, their employees and customers as well as our investors.

Clark and Associates of Nevada, based in Reno, NV, stands out as a prominent insurance brokerage firm with a focus on employee benefits. This larger office is adept in serving local and regional employers, offering expertise in medical and ancillary benefits. The firm's portfolio showcases its prowess across various industries, including gambling, dental offices, and physicians' offices, with top customers such as the Nevada Hotel & Lodging Association, Nevada Optometric Association, and Northern Nevada Dental Society. As an independent Health and Life Insurance Broker and a member of PCF Insurance Services of the West, Clark and Associates pride themselves on crafting personalized insurance programs tailored to each client's unique needs. Their approach includes a thorough analysis of a company's profile, market competition, and financial objectives to ensure tailored employee benefits programs that foster workplace positivity and productivity. Their services extend beyond business insurance, encompassing personal liability insurance programs to protect personal assets like homes and autos. This holistic approach is facilitated by their extensive network of carriers, ensuring competitive pricing and comprehensive coverage. Additionally, Clark and Associates have developed a high-impact Client Portal, integrating advanced technology and educational materials. This portal serves as a centralized hub for addressing HR, compliance, employee training, and various business challenges, thereby enhancing the client experience and streamlining business operations. Their demonstrated experience with midsize employers, combined with their comprehensive range of services, positions Clark and Associates as a reliable partner for businesses seeking robust insurance solutions in Nevada.

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.

Capstone Brokerage, Inc is a risk management, insurance and employee benefits firm specializing in workers'​ compensation, workplace safety programs, commercial property and casualty insurance, surety bonding, employee benefits, as well as all other types of commercial and personal insurance.