Peoples First Insurance is one of Florida’s oldest and most respected independent insurance, bonding and risk management providers. Our rich history started OVER 100 years ago in June 1912 when Black Insurance Agency was formed. Peoples First Insurance acquired the Agency and its staff in 2000, and merged core values of providing the best insurance solutions while having the most satisfied customers. These core values continue to live today with trained professionals that carry many of the highest designations within the insurance industry. Our plan is to continue to provide new and innovative ways of offering proactive insurance, bonding and risk management services to meet the unique needs of our clients and those in our community. There is over 215 years of combined Insurance experience in our Panama City office and we are currently licensed in 7 states. Peoples First Insurance wrote over $16,500,000 in Property and Casualty premiums last year ranging from small commercial buildings to large Multi-Property Management companies. We are the top producing Insurance Agency in Bay and surrounding counties. Our message will not change and we continue to hold on to our roots planted almost 100 years ago. We are fundamentally in the business of building long term relationships. Our mission is simple… “To be the number one insurance, bonding and risk management provider in our community by offering service, value and integrity that exceeds our client’s expectations. Our mission is simple…”To be the number one insurance, bonding and risk management provider in our community by offering service, value and integrity that exceeds our client’s expectations.” Our belief is strong…”We are fundamentally in the business of building long term relationships.” Our number one core value…”To have the most satisfied customers.” Our name is our pledge…We Put People First

At WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), we provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk and capital. Leveraging the global view and local expertise of our colleagues serving 140 countries and markets, we help you sharpen your strategy, enhance organizational resilience, motivate your workforce and maximize performance.

Ruffin Insurance Solutions, Inc is a prominent local insurance broker based in Charlotte, North Carolina, catering to clients of large employers across multiple states including Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi, Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina. With their specialized expertise in the information industry, Ruffin Insurance Solutions, Inc has established a reputation for providing exceptional insurance services to a diverse range of clients. One notable example of their exemplary work is their collaboration with FloQast, a reputable employer in the information industry with 370 employees. Ruffin Insurance Solutions, Inc partnered closely with FloQast's HR and finance team to devise a tailored self-funding arrangement specifically designed to meet the unique needs of FloQast's members. This collaboration demonstrated their commitment to understanding and addressing the distinctive requirements of their clients. At their Charlotte office, Ruffin Insurance Solutions, Inc has successfully built a strong client base that includes renowned employers like FloQast. Their extensive experience in serving clients across the information industry has equipped them with the necessary expertise to navigate the complexities and nuances of this sector. Ruffin Insurance Solutions, Inc strives to provide comprehensive insurance solutions that safeguard their clients' interests while aligning with their organizational goals. With their local presence and deep knowledge of the insurance landscape, Ruffin Insurance Solutions, Inc has become a trusted partner for employers seeking reliable insurance brokerage services in the Charlotte region. Their commitment to understanding their clients' specific requirements, coupled with their expertise across information industries, sets them apart as a leading insurance broker in the area

BURCHFIELD INSURANCE GROUP is an employee benefits firm based out of 60 Union Street South, Concord, North Carolina.

HPB Insurance Group has been serving the insurance needs of individuals and businesses for more than 100 years. We offer a wide range of superior insurance products and exceptional personal service--everything that our clients have grown to expect. HPB Insurance Group is an independent insurance agency, representing many of the nation's largest carriers. HPB Insurance Group is a fully-owned subsidiary of Pinnacle Financial Partners. Insurance products are not FDIC insured, not bank guaranteed, and may lose value.

Contemporary Benefits Advisors, a local insurance broker with an office situated in Monroe, North Carolina, excels in providing tailored insurance solutions to its clients. With a reputation for excellence and a track record of success, they have become a trusted partner for businesses of various sizes and industries across the state. One notable example of their expertise lies in their collaboration with Sunrise Global Marketing, a prominent 160-member employer in the advertising, public relations, and related services industry. By working closely with their HR and finance team, Contemporary Benefits Advisors successfully established a self-funding arrangement, a comprehensive PBM, and a customized drug plan that precisely catered to the unique needs of Sunrise Global Marketing's members. Furthermore, Contemporary Benefits Advisors boasts significant experience working with self-funded employers, making them well-versed in the intricacies and challenges associated with this particular segment. Their proficiency extends across a diverse array of industries, including building equipment contractors, advertising, and public relations. Notable employer clients of this Monroe-based office include Brown Industries Inc D/B/A Precision Plumbing, Precision Plumbing And Service, LLC, and Sunrise Global Marketing. This office of Contemporary Benefits Advisors proudly extends its services throughout North Carolina, leveraging its vast expertise and experience to meet the insurance needs of a wide range of businesses. Clients have consistently praised Contemporary Benefits Advisors for their exceptional customer service and extensive knowledge. Their strong M Score reflects their ability to deliver effective insurance solutions across different client sizes and industries. Whether it's providing comprehensive coverage or assisting with claims, Contemporary Benefits Advisors continues to be highly rated for their dedication and expertise in the insurance brokerage industry

What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes us better: independence. Lockton's private ownership empowers its 10,000+ Associates doing business in over 125 countries to focus solely on clients' risk and insurance needs. With expertise that reaches around the globe, Lockton delivers the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results. For 14 consecutive years, Business Insurance magazine has recognized Lockton as a "Best Place to Work in Insurance." Lockton was named among the 2022 Best Managed Companies by Deloitte and the Wall Street Journal, a program that recognizes excellence and honors private companies for their strategy, execution, culture, and financials.

Conducting Business According To the Highest Ethical Standards: At Benefit Controls, we understand that managing employee benefits can be one of the most expensive and time-consuming aspects of running a successful business. For 40 years, Benefit Controls has partnered with businesses to assist with this critical role and allow our clients to focus on what they do best— running their business. As your employee benefits partner, our team helps you develop a benefits strategy that's centered on your organization's budget. We specialize in employee benefits and all lines of coverage: health, disability income, vision, dental, life and all lines of voluntary benefits coverage based on group and individual cases. Our service and commitment to you do not end once your benefits are in place. Our team is here to help service your plans and support you in all aspects related to your employee education, communications and enrollments, claims, billing servicing, and benefits compliance. Our benefits consultants are by your side through the whole process to help you make informed, budget-conscious, & ACA compliant decisions.

With offices in North Carolina and South Carolina, Watson employs over 40 associates who take pride in remaining leaders in our industry through their commitment to furthering their education and continually adapting to new, innovative technologies. Our dedication to remaining at the forefront of technology and industry change allows us to provide our customers with real-time, online policy management and claims services. As one of the largest independent agencies in the Southeast, Watson is partnered with over 30 top-rated, financially sound insurance companies. Through partnering with these prominent carriers our dedicated staff can explore many options to tailor an insurance program that best fits your needs. Call us today so we can help you protect what’s important!

Mark III Employee Benefits is a family owned and operated licensed Brokerage & Consulting firm. We provide the best-in-class voluntary benefits and medical consulting to public sector clients across the southeastern United States. We maintain offices in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Currently, we serve over 150 public sector clients and insure over 250,000 employees. We hold depth understanding of public sector employees and are qualified to evaluate, design, implement, manage, and enhance your overall benefits program as well as maintain happy and healthy employees. Visit our website to learn more about us! --> https://markiiieb.com/about-us/

MedCost LLC is an integrated benefits solutions company offering customized programs to help employers lower their health plan costs and provide more affordable benefits for their employees. We are based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and work with employers and health care providers throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia to bring them smart solutions that get real results. They rely on our strategic benefit plan design, flexibility in benefit administration, best-in-class care management programs, and customer-focused service. MedCost provides customers with high quality, cost-effective health benefits programs that utilize a broad range of products and services, including: •Customized and comprehensive employee care management programs •Full-service, integrated third party benefits administration (including medical/dental administration, stop loss, and FSA and COBRA administration) •A large network of providers across the Carolinas and Virginia, as well as partnerships with national networks