Nestled in the vibrant business hub of Houston, Texas, Stephens Insurance: Thompson George is a formidable ally for employers seeking expert insurance solutions. Operating as part of a regional insurance broker firm, this office boasts significant experience in working with self-funded clients, making it a valuable resource for local and regional employers seeking tailored benefit packages. Thompson George's success stories include partnerships with industry leaders such as Flotek Industries in the petroleum and coal products manufacturing sector, showcasing their ability to navigate the complexities of the industry with 110+ participants. Another notable collaboration is with Gulf Stream Marine in the support activities for water transportation industry, boasting a substantial workforce of 340+ participants. These examples underscore the office's versatility and effectiveness in providing customized benefit solutions that prioritize employee well-being. With demonstrated experience in serving midsize employers, Stephens Insurance: Thompson George is well-equipped to address the unique challenges faced by businesses in the dynamic landscape of Houston. Their expertise spans support activities for water transportation and petroleum and coal products manufacturing industries, ensuring that employers evaluating this office location can expect a strategic, personalized approach to their insurance needs.

Insgroup is one of the nation’s leading independent strategic risk and insurance advisors. For over 40 years, we've established a reputation for relentless client advocacy, integrity, and exceptional service. As of November 2020, Insgroup has become a partner in the Baldwin Risk Partners Group (BRP) to drive continued growth and further expand the breadth and depth of services we offer clients. BRP is an entrepreneur-owned and inspired insurance distribution holding company delivering solutions that give clients the peace of mind to pursue their purpose, passion, and dreams. Culturally aligned with Insgroup and maintaining an unwavering client focus our partnership enables Insgroup to deliver comprehensive insight beyond insurance. Our clients benefit from a highly tailored plan design, high-tech enrollment, compliance services, and cutting-edge benefits administration technology. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality solutions at the lowest cost. Insgroup is one of the largest independent insurance brokers in Texas with offices in Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. We are consistently ranked by Insurance Journal as one of the 100 largest independent property and casualty insurance agencies in the United States.

Who do you trust with medical, dental, disability, life and retirement programs for your employees? Since 1979, Guzzetta Benefit Services (GBS) has helped small and middle-market companies provide full-service benefit plans that help employees plan for the future. As your trusted partner in insurance and benefits, we help you manage and expand employee benefit programs as your company grows. At GBS, customer satisfaction is our top goal. That’s why hundreds of companies have trusted us with their benefits planning needs for more than 40 years.

In 1892 Charles R. Brown opened a small insurance agency in the Gill and League Building in downtown Galveston. Fast-forward 130 years and that small agency has become GIA Insurance with two offices, specialized departments for Personal, Business and Employee Benefits coverage and a staff of 40 professionals with the ability to work from almost anywhere. GIA has been selected to be part of an elite group of 267 independent insurance agencies around the United States participating in the 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) “Best Practices” Study Group. Twenty-five of these agencies are in Texas and GIA is the only one in Galveston County. GIA provides coverage for first-time homeowners as well as those with high-value homes and autos. Other clients include new businesses to large established corporations with multiple locations. As an Independent Insurance Agency, GIA has access to many of the best and most highly respected insurance companies. That allows the agency to give clients options for their coverage. Based on GIA’s experiences during storms like Alicia, Allison, Ike and Harvey, the agency’s Catastrophe Plan assures that staff is safe and available to clients when they are needed the most – at claim time. GIA’s staff is proud of living up to their motto of “Service before and after the storm.”

OneDigital's Houston, TX office stands as a bastion of specialized expertise in the realm of employer benefits. Renowned for their acute understanding of local and regional employer needs, this branch focuses keenly on crafting comprehensive medical and ancillary benefit solutions. Their proficiency spans industries like chemical and allied products merchant wholesalers and retail trade, exemplified by their stellar service to top-tier clients. Among their notable clientele are industry giants such as Meglobal Americas, boasting over 240 participants in the chemical and allied products merchant wholesalers sector. Similarly, Teco-Westinghouse Motor Company, a stalwart in the electrical equipment and component manufacturing industry, benefits from OneDigital's services with over 190 participants. Us Expediters, a key player in the retail trade industry, also entrusts them, with over 160 participants reaping the benefits. Part of a distinguished national insurance brokerage firm, this branch of OneDigital leverages this affiliation to fortify their offerings, ensuring a breadth of resources and support for their clients. With a track record that speaks volumes about their prowess, they've showcased their adeptness in navigating the landscape for midsize employers, providing tailored solutions that strike the perfect balance between cost-efficiency and comprehensive coverage. This office exemplifies a commitment to excellence and client-centric solutions that are not just competitive but transformative in the realm of employer benefits.

Securance Agency is a reputable insurance broker operating from their office in Houston, Texas. With a strong presence in multiple states, including Texas, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Illinois, Virginia, Arizona, Alaska, California, Florida, Missouri, South Carolina, Wisconsin, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Ohio, Louisiana, South Dakota, New York, Michigan, New Jersey, Indiana, Maryland, Oregon, Mississippi, and Nebraska, they serve a wide range of clients. This particular office of Securance Agency has gained recognition for their exceptional work with Memorial Mri & Diagnostic, Pllc, a prominent employer in the medical and diagnostic laboratories industry. Collaborating closely with the HR and finance team, Securance Agency assisted in establishing a tailored self-funding arrangement that catered specifically to the unique needs of the company's 370 members. In addition to their successful partnership with Memorial Mri & Diagnostic, Pllc, Securance Agency boasts an impressive portfolio of employer clients, including Harbor Healthcare System. Their expertise extends to various industries, including medical and diagnostic laboratories, management, scientific, and technical consulting services. Securance Agency stands out as a local insurance broker with a deep understanding of the specific challenges and requirements faced by large employers. With their extensive knowledge and experience, they provide comprehensive insurance solutions that align with the diverse needs of their clients. Whether it's structuring self-funding arrangements or designing tailored coverage plans, Securance Agency is committed to delivering exceptional service and protecting the interests of their clients in the ever-evolving insurance landscape.

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.

managers (PBMs) and other specific pharmacy providers. One notable example of their successful collaboration is with Genesys Works National Office, an esteemed employer in the educational services sector. HUB International partnered with their HR and finance team to establish a tailored self-funding arrangement, PPO plan, and a pharmacy benefit management (PBM) program specifically designed to cater to the unique needs of their 110-member workforce. This highlights HUB International's ability to customize insurance solutions and offer specialized support to meet the specific requirements of their clients. Serving clients across Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, this Houston-based branch of HUB International extends its expertise to a diverse range of employers, including Acec Life/Health Insurance Trust Benefit Consortium and Genesys Works National Office. Their extensive knowledge and experience in the insurance industry, coupled with their unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, make HUB International a trusted partner for large and midsize employers seeking comprehensive insurance and employee benefit solutions.

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