Alliant Insurance Services is among the top 5 largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the United States. Fueled by entrepreneurialism and driven by results, Alliant operates on the belief that more is possible and expectations are meant to be exceeded. Our clients and partners have profound confidence in us to deliver in all market climates through the design and delivery of innovative solutions and services across a broad range of industry verticals. Our people stand as the backbone of our organization. We proudly employ a team of diverse, driven, and exceptional people and invest heavily in their success, giving our brokerage and consulting teams the freedom and resources they need to help their clients grow their businesses to remarkable heights. The result is a dynamic team of professionals who consistently perform at the highest level, while caring and giving back to causes that impact their communities and the world at large. Alliant is built on teamwork and collaboration, a philosophy that has guided our growth and evolution for 100 years. We rise together to meet challenges, think together to drive innovation, and thrive together in our business and in the diverse communities where we operate.

Jim Tamer and Company, headquartered in Knoxville, TN, stands as a beacon of expertise in the employee benefits brokerage landscape. With a notable history of serving a diverse client base, including esteemed organizations such as Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp., Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, and the National Center for Children and Families, their team brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Specializing in crafting customized benefits solutions, they have a particular knack for navigating the complexities of self-funded plans for employers. Their approach is characterized by a commitment to understanding the unique needs of each client, ensuring that the solutions provided are not only effective but also sustainable in the long term. With Jim Tamer and Company, businesses find not just a broker, but a partner dedicated to their health benefits success.

Stanberry Insurance Agency, located in Cullowhee, NC, operates as a substantial insurance broker with a larger office, specializing in comprehensive benefits solutions for both local and regional employers. With notable experience in working with self-funded clients, this office location is well-equipped to support businesses in the diverse Cullowhee community. Part of a local brokerage firm, Stanberry Insurance Agency provides personalized services tailored to the unique needs of employers. Their impressive clientele includes the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in the executive, legislative, and general government support industry with 130+ participants, Mountain Projects in the community food and housing, and emergency and relief services industry with 40+ participants, and Southwestern Child Development Commission in the child care services industry with 90+ participants. This diverse portfolio showcases the broker's expertise across child care services and building equipment contractors industries. Stanberry Insurance Agency has a proven track record of working with businesses of varying sizes, demonstrating experience with both midsize and small employers. Employers evaluating this office location can trust in Stanberry Insurance Agency's commitment to delivering effective benefits packages that cater to the specific needs of businesses in Cullowhee.

Shafer Insurance Agency, Inc. is one of East Tennessee’s oldest and largest independent insurance agencies. Established in 1963 by Alex A. Shafer, Sr., Shafer Insurance Agency has experienced a continued steady growth throughout the years thanks to the leadership of the second generation, Alex “Bo” Shafer Jr., and now the third generation, Andy Shafer. Taking care of our customers’ insurance needs with professional and personal service is our top priority. The phrase, “Be Safer with Shafer®” was first used by our founder, Alex Shafer, and represents the feeling of security and comfort we want all of our customers to experience. Whether we are insuring your home and car, or your business and livelihood, we want you to rest assured knowing that your insurance needs are completely met. Our team of insurance professionals has years of experience taking care of customers, making sure that their needs are met and their questions are answered. As a Shafer Insurance Agency customer, you will have your own Account Manager, so when you call, you are talking to the same individual each time. Our agency prides itself on its long term relationships with our customers and the working relationships we have with the insurance carriers we represent. These relationships are what enable us to provide our customers with exceptional coverage and extremely competitive rates. Being an Independent Agent gives us the ability to place your insurance coverage with the insurance carrier that offers the competitive pricing and specific coverages you need. We represent several AM Best A+ Rated Insurance Companies and refuse to work with substandard companies just for the sake of pricing.

BKS Partners is an award-winning entrepreneur-led and inspired insurance brokerage firm delivering expertly crafted Commercial Insurance and Risk Management, Private Insurance and Risk Management, Employee Benefits and Benefit Administration, Asset and Income Protection, and Risk Mitigation strategies to clients wherever their passions and businesses take them throughout the U.S. and abroad. BKS Partners has award-winning industry expertise, colleagues, competencies, insurers, and most importantly, a highly differentiated culture that our clients consider an invaluable expansion of their business. BKS Partners, a subsidiary of BRP Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BRP), takes a holistic and tailored approach to insurance and risk management. Learn more at www.bks-partners.com.