The City of Plano is home to just over 294,000 residents and many major international corporations and Fortune 500 headquarters. Located 20 miles north of Dallas, Plano is only a short distance from DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field, making it the perfect location for competitive businesses on the go. Plano is a city of endless opportunities. The community, which is the fourth largest city in the Metroplex, consistently receives national acclaim. The city’s high quality of life is reflected in its nationally-recognized schools, award-winning parks and sustainability initiatives. Designated as one of America’s safest cities by Forbes magazine, Plano’s multi-cultural neighborhoods make it appealing to families, young singles and retirees. This dynamic community features excellent restaurants, vibrant shopping and entertainment venues, a lively historic downtown district and active local arts scene. Easy access to DART light rail and major highways makes Plano a convenient place to live, work and visit. To learn more about Plano, please visit plano.gov. City of Plano social media terms and conditions: share.plano.gov/TermsAndConditions

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.

Smarter Benefits Solutions, headquartered in Austin, TX, positions itself as a premier insurance broker specializing in employer benefits. This office location excels in servicing a diverse clientele, with a strong focus on supporting both local and regional employers. Their extensive experience with self-funded clients underscores their ability to navigate the complexities of employer benefits, offering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of businesses in the Austin area. A standout feature of Smarter Benefits Solutions is its demonstrated proficiency in handling large employers. This expertise is exemplified through successful partnerships, with notable clients like Staff One in the professional, scientific, and technical services industry. Staff One, boasting 870+ participants, serves as a testament to Smarter Benefits Solutions' capability to manage the intricacies of benefits programs for sizable organizations. As a vital component of a local brokerage firm, Smarter Benefits Solutions combines its industry knowledge with a commitment to the community. This collaborative approach positions them as a reliable partner for employers seeking comprehensive benefits solutions in Austin, TX, and reinforces their dedication to delivering tailored and effective insurance services to businesses of all sizes.

In business for over 20 years, Fairway Partners is a leading boutique Insurance and Employee Benefits Broker and Advisor. Headquartered in Dallas, TX with offices in Shreveport, LA we strive on forming personal partnerships with our clients to truly understand their risk and insurance needs. Providing the highest level of customer service is paramount. Serving both the individual and commercial sides of the business, Fairway will find a solution for any challenge that lies ahead. In order to recruit and retain highly-skilled, loyal employees, it is critical for an employer to offer a solid benefits package. We work with your company to customize strategies that will manage costs and deliver benefits that will ultimately increase your bottom line. Utilizing technology and education while leveraging our expanded portfolio of insurance products and industry resources, Fairway Partners is your one-stop-shop.

We are Healthcare innovators challenging the status quo. How has your healthcare agent or consultant added to the value of your bottom line? Your organization? Your employee's lives? As we race into 2018 we can answer those questions and show proven strategies to help lower your cost over time. We are consistently answering the question “Why has no one else ever shown us this?” Because no one else has a real interest in lowering your cost. Next Level Insurance Agency was founded by Danny O'Connell and a dedicated team of service professionals who knew there was a better way to serve businesses & individuals. We have created numerous innovative forward thinking solutions for employers and individuals to help address the increasing cost of healthcare while balancing value based plans. Our CORE Values: Innovation, Communication, Client Focused, Accountable, & Team Focused Contact us to see how we can help you too! #ABetterWay

Situated in the heart of San Antonio, TX, The Mund Group, LTD, is a prominent insurance broker with a larger office committed to providing comprehensive benefits solutions for local and regional employers. With a strong focus on medical and ancillary benefits, this office distinguishes itself as a valuable resource for businesses in need of strategic guidance. The Mund Group, LTD's client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Boggus Motor Company II in the automobile dealers sector and Valley Telephone Cooperative in the telecommunications industry. These partnerships, featuring participant counts ranging from 180+ to 260+, showcase the broker's versatility in navigating diverse industries and delivering tailored benefits solutions to organizations of varying sizes. As part of a local brokerage firm, The Mund Group, LTD, is deeply embedded in the San Antonio business community. Their demonstrated experience with midsize employers underscores their adaptability and commitment to providing effective benefits solutions. With expertise spanning telecommunications and automobile dealers industries, The Mund Group, LTD, stands as a reliable partner for employers seeking comprehensive and tailored benefits solutions aligned with the specific requirements of their businesses.

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.

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.

EFG International is a global private banking group offering private banking and asset management services and is headquartered in Zurich. Its registered shares (EFGN) are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. As a leading Swiss private bank, EFG International has a presence in major financial centres and growth markets, operating in around 40 locations worldwide, with a network spanning Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas and the Middle East. As one of the best-capitalised Swiss private banks, EFG International is a financial partner that offers the security and solidity needed to provide clients with effective support. An entrepreneurial spirit has shaped the bank since its inception, enabling it to develop hands-on solutions and to build long-lasting client relationships. In other words: Entrepreneurial thinking. Private banking.

Alliant Insurance Services is one of the largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the United States, proudly ranking as the 5th largest brokerage firm and the largest privately held. We are 52% employee-owned with over 13,000 employees across hundreds of offices nationwide. we are fueled by entrepreneurialism and driven by results, operating on the belief that expectations are meant to be exceeded. Instead of sponsoring stadiums or Super Bowl blimps, we choose to invest in innovative, forward-thinking resources to serve a diverse range of industries, including Fortune 1000, 500, and 100 companies, as well as our valued midmarket clients. Our approach is centered on hiring the best people and providing them with the resources and freedom to design and deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower our clients to achieve remarkable success. For 100 years, teamwork and collaboration have been at the heart of our philosophy. We rise together to meet challenges, innovate together to deliver exceptional results and thrive together in the diverse communities we proudly serve. At Alliant, we focus on meaningful investments that drive results for our clients and make a difference in their businesses, their communities, and the world.

We can’t be all things to all people, but we are always determined to be reliable partners who work hard to find answers that enhance outcomes. NFP, an Aon company, is an integrated organization of consultative advisors and problem solvers. We provide expertise to help companies and individuals address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges. The value we deliver is driven by the proactive collaboration, diverse perspectives and grounded ambition of more than 7,700 colleagues in the US, Puerto Rico, Canada, UK and Ireland. We serve a diversity of clients, industries and communities through our global capabilities and solutions. Together, we put people first, prioritize partnerships, solve problems and continuously advance a culture we’re proud of.

We help health care organizations succeed in the increasingly complex world of risk and insurance. Our unmatched focus on health care means we know the industry better than anyone else. It is our job to make sure: • Your insurance does what you expect, 100% of the time • You stay ahead of ever-changing laws and regulations • We’re always there when you need help We believe simplicity is the cure for crushing complexity. HealthSure: Prevent surprises in the boardroom Protect people and assets Prosper in these increasingly complex times