Sunstar is a reputable regional insurance broker with a dedicated office in Birmingham, Alabama. Their exceptional work with Hackbarth Delivery Service Inc, a 40-member employer in the couriers and express delivery services industry, exemplifies their expertise. Sunstar collaborated closely with Hackbarth's HR and finance team to develop a customized PPO plan, PBM, and drug plan tailored to meet the unique needs of their members. With a strong focus on client satisfaction, Sunstar has amassed extensive experience in working with large, midsize, and small employers, as well as PPOs, to effectively address member needs. They possess deep knowledge and practical expertise in PBMs and other specialized pharmacy providers, ensuring comprehensive coverage and care for their clients. The Birmingham office of Sunstar proudly serves a range of esteemed employer clients, including Goodwill Easterseals of the Gulf Coast, Metalplate Galvanizing, L.P., Smith Industrial Services, and Southern Hens Inc. Operating primarily in Alabama, this location has solidified its presence and successfully met the insurance requirements of various businesses in the region. Sunstar's impressive M Score reflects their wide-ranging experience and expertise across industries and client sizes. Notably, they excel in catering to the unique insurance needs of specialty trade contractors, individual and family services, as well as administrative and support and waste management and remediation services industries. As a trusted regional insurance broker, Sunstar is committed to delivering tailored insurance solutions that provide optimal coverage for their clients. With their profound industry knowledge, comprehensive expertise, and a strong presence in Alabama, Sunstar is a reliable partner for businesses seeking personalized insurance services.

Valent Group is a highly regarded insurance broker with a regional office located in Birmingham, Alabama. Their exceptional customer service and expertise have earned them a stellar reputation among clients across Alabama, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Oklahoma. With a diverse clientele ranging from large corporations to small businesses, Valent Group stands out as one of the top brokerages in the Birmingham market. One exemplary case of their proficiency lies in their collaboration with Martinfederal Consulting LLC, an employer in the computer systems design and related services industry. Serving as trusted advisors, Valent Group worked closely with Martinfederal's HR and finance team to establish a tailored self-funding arrangement, HMO plan, PBM, and drug plan that catered specifically to the unique needs of their 120 employees. Valent Group's impressive portfolio of clients includes renowned organizations such as Alabama Credit Union, Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic, Alfa Mutual, and America's First Federal Credit Union. Their extensive experience spans various industries, with notable expertise in architectural, engineering, and related services, as well as depository credit intermediation and offices of physicians. Setting themselves apart from other brokers, Valent Group excels in working with self-funded clients and possesses remarkable proficiency in PPO plan design. Moreover, they demonstrate a high level of expertise in carving out drug and pharmacy plans, a skill that distinguishes them from their competitors in the market. With an unwavering commitment to providing superior insurance consultancy, Valent Group's Birmingham office offers a comprehensive range of services to clients of all sizes, backed by their exceptional experience, expertise, and the trust they have earned in the industry.

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.

Payroll & Benefit Solutions, LLC (PBS) is a provider of outsourced payroll processing and tax filing services for small to mid‐sized companies and organizations. PBS is one of the fastest‐growing payroll companies in the area and is the largest local payroll service provider in Birmingham. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, we provide payroll service to clients in 40+ states. Our employees have over 200 years of combined experience solving clients'​ payroll needs. No company is too small. From 1 employee to over 1,000, we can handle it all. PBS knows the "ins and outs"​ of payroll for businesses in many industries including manufacturing, construction, landscaping, non-profit, retail, restaurant/hospitality, churches, financial & medical/dental and legal practices. Our goal is to make your payroll process simple and easy and we are committed to providing excellent customer service, accuracy and quality at an affordable price. We offer a variety of products and services designed to remove the time‐consuming burden and headaches of payroll processing and payroll tax filing. Each of our clients is assigned a dedicated payroll specialist. We understand that businesses are looking for ways to save money and we can help you do that, whether you are currently outsourcing or handling your payroll in-house. Our rates are lower in comparison to other payroll service providers and we try to educate you on ways to cut back office costs.

Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting firm, serves communities around the globe, helping clients address risk, protecting assets, and recovering from losses. The products and services we provide keep businesses and institutions running, and enable individuals and families to face their future with confidence. Gallagher provides retail and wholesale property and casualty brokerage, alternative risk transfer services, employee benefit consulting, and actuarial services. Gallagher also offers claims and information management, risk control consulting and appraisal services, human resource consulting, and retirement services. #BuildingConfidenceTogether Follow us on social: Instagram: http://instagram.com/gallagherglobal Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/GallagherGlobal Twitter: https://twitter.com/GallagherGlobal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/GallagherGlobal

What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes us better: independence. Lockton's private ownership empowers its 10,000+ Associates doing business in over 125 countries to focus solely on clients' risk and insurance needs. With expertise that reaches around the globe, Lockton delivers the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results. For 14 consecutive years, Business Insurance magazine has recognized Lockton as a "Best Place to Work in Insurance." Lockton was named among the 2022 Best Managed Companies by Deloitte and the Wall Street Journal, a program that recognizes excellence and honors private companies for their strategy, execution, culture, and financials.

Insurance Office of America (IOA) is the fourth largest privately held insurance brokerage in the United States. Founded in 1988, IOA is a recognized leader in providing property and casualty, employee benefits, and personal lines insurance and risk management solutions as well as insurtech innovation. Headquartered in Longwood, Florida, part of the greater Orlando community, IOA has more than 1,300 associates located in over 60 offices in the U.S. and United Kingdom. For more information, visit www.ioausa.com.