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.

Canalichio Insurance Group, LLC, situated in the vibrant city of San Antonio, TX, stands out as a local brokerage firm with a commendable record in catering to small employers, particularly in the region. Their expertise shines in the realm of employer benefits, with a strong focus on medical and ancillary benefits. This reflects their deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by local and regional businesses. A testament to their proficiency is their diverse portfolio of top customers. This includes Cox Manufacturing Company, a prominent player in the machine shops, turned product, and screw, nut, and bolt manufacturing industry, boasting over 90 participants. Additionally, they cater to Gdc Technics Ltd, a specialist in the specialized design services industry with more than 110 participants. Another notable client is South Texas Radiology Group PA, operating in the offices of physicians sector with over 90 participants. These collaborations highlight Canalichio Insurance Group's versatility and adaptability across various industries including specialized design services, machine shops, and medical offices. What sets Canalichio Insurance Group apart is their localized approach, offering tailored solutions that resonate with the specific needs of small businesses in the region. Their understanding of the local landscape, combined with their broad expertise, makes them an ideal partner for employers seeking comprehensive and customized insurance solutions. Their dedication to serving the local community with precision and care underscores their commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.

What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes us better: independence. Our private ownership empowers our 12,500+ Associates doing business in over 140+ countries to focus solely on clients' risk and insurance needs. With expertise that reaches around the globe, we deliver the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results.

USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world, delivering property and casualty, employee benefits, personal risk, program and retirement solutions to large risk management clients, middle market companies, smaller firms and individuals. Headquartered in Valhalla, New York, USI connects over 10,500 industry-leading professionals across approximately 200 offices to serve clients’ local, national and international needs. USI has become a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm by leveraging the USI ONE Advantage®, an interactive platform that integrates proprietary and innovative client solutions, networked local resources and enterprise-wide collaboration to deliver customized results with positive, bottom-line impact. USI attracts best-in-class industry talent with a long history of deep and continuing investment in our local communities. For more information, visit usi.com.

Boon has 40+ years of experience in providing employee benefits, insurance products, and administrative services to government contractors. We have evolved into a national enterprise leading the industry in affordable benefit solutions to meet the unique needs of hourly employees. We strive to provide solutions that keep compliance at the forefront, costs low, and increase the competitive edge of our clients. Boon is your link to building better benefits. **Securities offered through Kestra Investment Services, LLC (Kestra IS), member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC (Kestra AS), an affiliate of Kestra IS. The Boon Group is not affiliated with Kestra IS or Kestra AS. Investor Disclosures: www.kestrafinancial.com/disclosures [email protected] finra.org | sipc.org

Frost provides banking, investments, and insurance services to businesses and individuals throughout Texas. Founded in 1868, Frost is one of the 50 largest U.S. banks by asset size. At Frost, everything we do is aimed at making customers’ lives better. We do it by creating and delivering great experiences to them every time they interact with us. Through teamwork, collaboration and a commitment from everyone involved, we’ve succeeded in that goal time and time again. And we’re incredibly proud of the results—technology that helps us serve our customers, industry-leading security that inspires confidence and a quick and agile workforce that serves our customers in ways no other bank can. Frost is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected trait including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, or veteran status. For more information on our social media policies, please visit frostbank.com/social.

FCE Benefits is the leading provider of Health & Welfare benefit solutions to employers operating in the complex regulatory environment of government contracting. As a Third Party Administrator (TPA), we’ve built our business around the unique challenges of providing comprehensive benefit plans to hourly and contract employees. FCE administers cost effective fringe benefit plans and we specialize in designing, implementing and administering those plans. FCE helps Contractor's with the following services: -Reduce Costs -Save Money -Secure Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Retirement and more -Designing and Implementing benefit packages for various contracts across the US and it's Territories -SCA/DBRA Compliance -Products that meet the designated Fringe Rate -Account Executive Service -COBRA Compliance with: SCA/DBRA San Francisco Health Care Security Ordinance (HCSO) PPACA ERISA HIPAA

Higginbotham is a single source solution for insurance, financial and HR/employee benefits services. The employee-owned firm was established in 1948 and ranks by revenue today as the nation’s 21st largest independent insurance brokerage. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Higginbotham serves businesses and individuals through locations across the nation. The firm specializes in tailoring programs to meet each client’s unique needs, and in standing by those programs with their Day Two Services®, which provide proactive customer support through the life of each policy. Higginbotham is a values-driven firm that strives to be family to employees, accountable to clients, teammates to carriers, and generous to communities.