With decades of experience supporting businesses, families, and clients of all sizes across the country, our team combines the expertise of prominent agencies who provide services in industries including technology, manufacturing, construction, real estate, social services, and risk management compliance. Together, we serve clients as trusted advisors to protect their employees, assets, manage costs, mitigate risk, and achieve financial security. Designing creative and unique insurance and employee benefit solutions to create the greatest value for our clients is the mission that we dedicate ourselves to every day. Because of this relentless drive we are one of the largest insurance agencies in the nation, partnering with some of the most dynamic companies on the most crucial aspects of business risk management and employee benefits.

Our approach is rooted in a genuine LOVE for our clients and a commitment to collaborative success. It’s not just about providing services; it’s about fostering lasting relationships that help your business thrive. Your trust in us is the foundation of our work. We’re not here to sell; we’re here to serve as your trusted ally, offering empathy, support, and a shared vision for the future. When you partner with Bear Benefits you’re gaining a team that’s invested in your success and dedicated to walking the path of growth with you, hand in hand.

Alera Group, Inc., located in Dallas, Texas, stands out as a prominent player in the insurance brokerage field, especially noted for its adept handling of employer benefits. Their expertise is particularly pronounced within the local and regional employer landscape, where they have demonstrated a keen ability to tailor medical and ancillary benefits to a diverse range of industries. Their proficiency shines in sectors such as electric power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as legal services, where they have carved a niche for themselves. This is evident from their impressive clientele, which includes Global Wind Service Us, a key player in the electric power sector in Texas, with over 80 participants. Equally noteworthy is their association with Hartline Barger, a stalwart in the legal services industry in Texas, catering to more than 180 participants. Furthermore, their reach extends beyond Texas, as seen in their collaboration with Beghou Consulting in Illinois, a notable firm in the nonmetallic mineral product manufacturing industry, serving over 120 participants. As part of the larger national framework of Alera Group, this Dallas office benefits from the extensive network and resources of a major insurance brokerage firm. This affiliation not only amplifies their capabilities in delivering customized solutions but also enhances their understanding of industry-specific challenges and trends. Their approach is marked by a deep understanding of the unique needs of each sector they serve, ensuring that their solutions are not just comprehensive but also precisely aligned with the specific requirements of their clients. This strategic focus positions Alera Group's Dallas office as a go-to partner for businesses seeking specialized and effective insurance brokerage services.

Swingle Collins & Associates, based in Dallas, TX, stands out as a distinguished insurance broker specializing in comprehensive employer benefits. Boasting considerable expertise in catering to the needs of local and regional employers, the firm has established itself as a reliable partner in the realm of medical and ancillary benefits. Successful businesses and individuals come to Swingle Collins for our unsurpassed knowledge of insurance products. Our combination of expertise, resources and market access has resulted in countless industry accolades, including Insurance Journal’s Top 100 Agencies, Insurance Journal’s Best Place to Work in the Southwest Region, Chubb Cornerstone Elite Agency status, Hanover’s President’s Club, IIABA Best Practices, and others.