Cross Insurance is a family owned insurance agency with over 40 branches throughout the Northeast. Established at the kitchen table of Woodrow Cross in 1954, today we have become one of New England’s largest independent insurance intermediaries. In 2023 and 2024 we were named the 2nd Largest Insurance Broker in Massachusetts. Since our founding, we have successfully acquired over 150 operations, increasing our footprint on the Northeast. With over 1,100 employees and counting, our experienced team is ready to provide insurance options for you. - 27th Largest Broker of U. S. Business, Per Business Insurance report ’20 - 2nd Largest Insurance Broker in Massachusetts, per Boston Business Journal ’22, '23, and '24 - Official Insurance Broker of the New England Patriots, Gillette Stadium, the Boston Bruins, the Boston Red Sox, and New England Revolution Four generations later, Cross Insurance is still family owned and operated. Cross Insurance is headquartered in Bangor, Maine.

Meridian Benefits Consulting Employee Benefits team relies on the technology tools, detailed plan design analysis, up to the minute market knowledge and practical experience to provide our clients with cost effective benefits management. You can be confident of our expertise in all aspects of fully insured and self-funded plans. Our clients range from entrepreneurial growth start-ups, manufacturing firms, software consultants to multi-location publicly held corporations and prominent cultural and educational institutions, both for profit and not for profit. Meridian Benefits Consulting combines market savvy, long term relationships and a technically superior staff of experienced benefits professionals to provide our clients with a broad range of resources.

SterlingRisk Insurance, situated in the heart of New York, NY, operates as a substantial insurance broker, commanding a larger office and offering a wealth of expertise in employee benefits. With a focus on self-funded clients, this broker serves as an invaluable resource for understanding stop loss and limits, as well as providing insights into pharmacy costs and HR consulting. Boasting a diverse clientele, SterlingRisk Insurance counts among its top customers the Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation in performing arts, American Society of Composers Authors & Publishers in personal services, and Apple Metro in restaurants and eating places. These partnerships, spanning industries and participant counts ranging from 110 to 460+, showcase the broker's ability to tailor solutions to the unique needs of its clients. The office's expertise extends across retail trade, general freight trucking, and miscellaneous nondurable goods merchant wholesalers, reflecting a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by businesses in these sectors. As an integral part of a local brokerage firm, SterlingRisk Insurance combines localized insights with the broader resources of a network, ensuring a personalized and well-rounded approach to employer benefits. With demonstrated experience across small, midsize, and large employers, SterlingRisk Insurance in New York stands as a strategic ally, committed to delivering effective and customized benefits solutions in the dynamic and vibrant business landscape of the city.

Westchester Benefit Group is an independent insurance and wealth management firm that strives to be a complete solution to small businesses and families financial needs. Our company is deeply rooted in providing benefits to businesses including health insurance and 401k plans. Over the past 30 years we have built out a team of financial advisors who work with individuals & families to offer holistic financial planning including investing, retirement planning, life insurance, disability insurance, long term care, tax planning, college planning, and much more. 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. Westchester Benefit Group, Inc. is not affiliated with Kestra IS or Kestra AS.

Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Inc., founded in 1864, is among the largest privately owned insurance agencies in the United States, with total written premiums in excess of $1 billion. An employee-owned company with more than 550 insurance specialists, Marshall & Sterling maintains a national presence, is licensed throughout the nation* and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and is well positioned to serve the requirements of international clients. Marshall & Sterling is a leading broker for all lines of business and personal insurance, specialty risks including bonds, and employee group benefits, specializing in public entities, schools, campgrounds, the hospitality industry, manufacturers, professional and directors and officers liability, health care, construction, specialty programs, workers’ compensation and crime/bond. Marshall & Sterling has direct and preferred relationships with the leading insurance companies, providing clients with the broadest and most competitive programs available in the industry. According to a ranking by the Insurance Journal, Marshall & Sterling is currently ranked 32nd among more than 40,000 privately-held insurance agencies in the U.S. and is ranked among the top performers in the annual Best Practices Study conducted by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) and Reagan Consulting. Follow Link to View Disclaimer: www.marshallsterling.com/linkedin-disclaimer

Wealth Advisory Group has been empowering people with sound financial strategies since 1933. We employ a disciplined, comprehensive approach to wealth management. Our goal is to help you achieve the quality of life you’ve always imagined. More than 100 Associates are here to guide you through a full range of planning that may include insurance and investments tailored specifically for your needs. Wealth Advisory Group, LLC is an Agency of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA, SIPC. OSJ: 355 Lexington Avenue, 9th Fl, New York, NY 10017, 212-541-8800. PAS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Guardian. This firm is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS. Wealth Advisory Group LLC is not registered in any state or with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a Registered Investment Advisor. This material is intended for general use. By providing this content The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, Park Avenue Securities LLC, affiliates and/or subsidiaries, and your financial representative are not undertaking to provide advice or make a recommendation for a specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Guardian, its subsidiaries, agents, and employees do not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. Consult your tax, legal, or accounting professional regarding your individual situation. Links to external sites are provided for your convenience in locating related information and services. Guardian, its subsidiaries, agents, and employees expressly disclaim any responsibility for and do not maintain, control, recommend, or endorse third-party sites, organizations, products, or services, and make no representation as to the completeness, suitability, or quality thereof. 2022-141079 Exp 07/24

Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Inc., founded in 1864, is among the largest privately owned insurance agencies in the United States, with total written premiums in excess of $1 billion. An employee-owned company with more than 550 insurance specialists, Marshall & Sterling maintains a national presence, is licensed throughout the nation* and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and is well positioned to serve the requirements of international clients. Marshall & Sterling is a leading broker for all lines of business and personal insurance, specialty risks including bonds, and employee group benefits, specializing in public entities, schools, campgrounds, the hospitality industry, manufacturers, professional and directors and officers liability, health care, construction, specialty programs, workers’ compensation and crime/bond. Marshall & Sterling has direct and preferred relationships with the leading insurance companies, providing clients with the broadest and most competitive programs available in the industry. According to a ranking by the Insurance Journal, Marshall & Sterling is currently ranked 32nd among more than 40,000 privately-held insurance agencies in the U.S. and is ranked among the top performers in the annual Best Practices Study conducted by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) and Reagan Consulting. Follow Link to View Disclaimer: www.marshallsterling.com/linkedin-disclaimer

Founded in 1953, E.G. Bowman is an NYC-based commercial insurance brokerage, providing innovative risk management and insurance services to businesses, municipalities and nonprofits. We are a mission-driven firm, with history dating back to our founding in 1953 as the first black woman-owned commercial insurance firm in the United States.

Harold L. Lee & Sons is a family owned agency that has been in business for over 130 years. Originally established in 1888 in lower Manhattan, the Lee agency has expanded their reach over the decades and currently has two additional offices in northern and southern California. Currently, Harold L. Lee & Sons is operated by Chief Executive Officer Sandra Lee Kawano and President & COO Stephen Boon, Jr.

Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Inc., founded in 1864, is among the largest privately owned insurance agencies in the United States, with total written premiums in excess of $1 billion. An employee-owned company with more than 550 insurance specialists, Marshall & Sterling maintains a national presence, is licensed throughout the nation* and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and is well positioned to serve the requirements of international clients. Marshall & Sterling is a leading broker for all lines of business and personal insurance, specialty risks including bonds, and employee group benefits, specializing in public entities, schools, campgrounds, the hospitality industry, manufacturers, professional and directors and officers liability, health care, construction, specialty programs, workers’ compensation and crime/bond. Marshall & Sterling has direct and preferred relationships with the leading insurance companies, providing clients with the broadest and most competitive programs available in the industry. According to a ranking by the Insurance Journal, Marshall & Sterling is currently ranked 32nd among more than 40,000 privately-held insurance agencies in the U.S. and is ranked among the top performers in the annual Best Practices Study conducted by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) and Reagan Consulting. Follow Link to View Disclaimer: www.marshallsterling.com/linkedin-disclaimer

At Brio we know that your employees are your company’s most valuable asset - now more than ever! When you partner with Brio you can be comfortable that you’re at the cutting edge of healthcare benefits innovation, ensuring your company’s employees access to the highest quality healthcare and benefits, while delivering enormous value to your business. Our client loyalty underscores our success and is a testament to the consistent excellent customer service that sets Brio apart. This legendary service has garnered them an M Score 5 rating. They have provided quality services at fair prices and have been able to work with their clients to reach their goals when it comes to employee benefits coverage in the New York Metro Area and beyond. Brio Benefit Consulting is a top-ranked employee benefit consulting firm offering a wide range of services across industries for companies of all sizes. Brio's team consists of experts in healthcare, retirement, and compliance.

Alterity is a leading independent consulting firm offering services designed to meet the unique needs of private equity firms and their portfolio companies, Human Resources Organizations (HROs), and brokers. We help navigate the constantly evolving landscape of employee benefits and insurance Our core belief to driving value is identifying smart strategies and solutions that align with a company’s business needs.