"Insurance is boring... but it has it's benefits"​ For over 20 years George Knox has been assisting companies with their employee benefit programs and insurance needs. In 1995, George became affiliated with the Ragland, Strother & Lafitte Insurance Agency, a property and casualty insurance consulting firm with roots in Dallas back to 1943, to provide a full service professional insurance service organization. In 1995, the team formed the memorable web portal - insuranceisboring.com - a comprehensive benefit community tool providing both employees and employers links to benefit information, HR information and administrative tools in one central location. This service saves administrators countless hours answering benefit questions, looking for forms and documents and provides links to countless resources. The technology is constantly being updated to improve communications and to assist clients with claims, administrative issues and other questions that may arise. Business is built on relationships. Network Insurance Planning Corporation provides a single source benefit administration contact for every client with online back-office administration, comprehensive enrollment and a call response center with licensed benefit consultants. George and his team's never ending passion is to improve employee satisfaction and retention.

Corporate Synergies is a national insurance and employee benefits brokerage & consultancy. We deliver strategies that control costs, relieve administrative burdens and mitigate risk. Our benefits & insurance experts develop a deeper understanding through established listening posts in all areas of our competencies, fueling our ability to better execute. We have won numerous awards and are recognized for our level of service and innovative programs. Corporate Synergies has also been designated as a Business Journal “Top Places to Work” company. We operate nationally from five U.S. locations, including our headquarters in Camden, New Jersey; and regional offices in New York City; Melville, New York; Bethesda, Maryland; and Orlando, Florida. Corporate Synergies | 1.877.426.7779 | www.corpsyn.com

For over thirty years, The Insurance Exchange has assisted brokers with the management of their group medical blocks of business. We are a full service marketing partner for UnitedHealthcare. We specialize in group medical products and assist brokers with determining eligibility, appropriate plan selection, enrollment assistance, and much more.

Brown & Brown delivers risk management solutions to help protect and preserve what our customers value most. Our three business segments—Retail, Programs and Wholesale Brokerage—offer a wide range of insurance solutions to businesses and individuals. We are one of the insurance industry’s most powerful and influential leaders, with a strong, deeply rooted cultural foundation built on integrity, innovation, superior capabilities and discipline. The Power of WE ignites our performance, and while diverse and varied in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, and we are always actively looking for talented teammates who embrace our culture to join our winning team. Find us on the NYSE as BRO.

Ryan Benefits is a employee benefits consulting firm, established in 2004, specializing in health and welfare plans for the mid-size employer market. Ryan Benefits assists employers with risk management of self-funded plans and insured products covering medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and voluntary worksite products. Our boutique model competes against regional and national consulting/ brokerage firms and we have expanded our resources to support our growth.

Summit Financial, LLC ("SF") an independent investment advisory firm is proud to continue a 4-decade legacy helping advisors elevate their businesses and deliver robust client experiences. We empower advisors and clients with first-class resources, including our fully integrated platform of top-tier services, thought leaders & innovative technology. Our advisors provide objective advice, financial planning, and investment solutions to families & individuals, family offices and select institutions. Our Professional Strategy Team of planning, insurance, and investment experts are committed to helping advisors and clients optimize results together. Summit Financial Holdings, LLC’s affiliates include, but not limited to, Summit Risk Management LLC, Summit Advisory Services LLC, Summit Services IT LLC & Summit Growth Partners LLC. Investment advisory & financial planning services offered through SF an SEC Registered Investment Advisor est. in 2018, the successor firm of all legacy investment advisory and financial planning business of Summit Equities, Inc. (SEC regd. 1991) and Summit Financial Resources, Inc. (SEC regd. 1983). Insurance offered through Summit Risk Management, LLC. The views & opinions expressed on this page are solely those of the author. SF is not affiliated with LinkedIn, Inc. Any external URLs, links or websites mentioned are unaffiliated with SF. Neither SF or its affiliates endorse 3rd-party products and services or their privacy & security policies. You should review any 3rd-party's policies and terms. We have not verified the information/opinions found on 3rd-party websites, nor do we make representations as to accuracy/completeness. We do not recommend any security, service, or product or provide investment, tax, or other advice. We cannot except endorsements & recommendations. Merchant Wealth Management Holdings, LLC, an affiliate of Merchant Investment Management, LLC, owns a minority, non-controlling interest in SF.

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.

Brinson Benefits is a leading employee benefits insurance advisory firm. Our mission is to help employers build and improve your company’s culture by taking your benefit programs from a necessary evil, to a meaningful differentiator. We are passionate about building award-winning employee benefit strategies that make a real difference in your business and the communities you serve. With offices in Dallas, Fort Worth and Austin, we broadly serve our clients in these areas plus East, South and West Texas. Brinson Benefits is one of the top benefit advisory firms in Texas and are in the top 10 according to our size. Unmatched in our ability to help our clients achieve real health plan price stability, efficiency and effectiveness, our outcome-based approach is effective, accountable and strategic.

As one of the premier Health Insurance Agencies in Texas, we have the experience and knowledge to make employee benefits easy. We offer a full suite of products and services including group health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, executive benefits, consulting services and more! Through our innovation and complete suite of benefits consulting services, we offer plans that are unique and custom-built for your needs. Ranging from plan design and compliance to employee engagement and the latest benefit delivery technology, our experienced benefit professionals engineer high-quality, competitive solutions specific to your challenges. The "after the sale" service experience is huge to us and so the service level we provide is backed by our "5-Point Star Service Guarantee"​: 1. Principal Contact- Have confidence in the fact that the agent you've trusted from the beginning is the same one that plays a fundamental role in your day to day plan administration. 2. Exceptional Service Support- Our team of experienced professionals will take the lead on all insurance issues and service needs of your company and your employees. We provide the personal service touch that is missing from many of the larger agencies. You're more than just an account number to us. 3. Accessibility- We are available when you need us. All you have to do is call and in most situations, receive a same day resolution to any questions or issues you may have. 4. Client-Centered Values- We can proudly say that you come first. We always choose the benefit of our client over the benefit of the insurance carrier. 5. Technology- Through our technology platforms, we provide you with the ability to have a full benefits administration system available at no charge. We also provide you with an HR platform where you can research anything relating to HR, including speaking to a licensed HR professional that can assist you with any HR related questions.