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Relation Insurance Services Acquires Forest Insurance Agency, Inc.

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Relation Insurance Services (“Relation”) acquired the assets of Forest Insurance Agency, Inc. (“Forest”). The transaction went into effect on December 1, 2024; terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

"Becoming part of Relation allows us to enhance the level of service we provide to our clients," said Dan Browne, President of Forest. "With Relation's deep expertise and extensive carrier network, our clients gain access to tailored coverage options that align with their needs."

Specializing in personal and business insurance, Forest is based in Forest Park, Illinois. Dan will continue managing that office as a valuable part of the Relation family.

"Forest is highly regarded in their community, and Relation is proud to have them join our organization," said Tim Hall, Chief Executive Officer for Relation. "Founded in 1957, their agency brings generational relationships as well as deep experience in providing comprehensive insurance solutions to their clients. We are excited to welcome them to our team."

About Relation’s Mergers & Acquisitions

Relation Insurance Services is actively seeking partnerships to expand its offerings, industry expertise, and geographic footprint. Relation offers a seat at the table to insurance entrepreneurs with equity ownership opportunities and a people-first approach that optimizes outcomes for employees and clients. For more information on joining the Relation family of brands, visit www.relationinsurance.com/partner-with-us.

About Relation Insurance Services

Relation Insurance Services is an insurance brokerage firm that offers superior risk management and benefits consulting services across the United States. It is ranked by Insurance Journal within the top 25 largest agencies in the country by revenue and has approximately 1,350 employees across more than 100 locations nationwide. Relation is a privately held corporation backed by Aquiline Capital Partners, a private equity firm based in New York and London investing in businesses globally across financial services and technology. Visit: www.relationinsurance.com for more information.

Contacts

Contact for Relation Insurance Services
Todd McCormack
todd.mccormack@relationinsurance.com

M&A CONTACT

Brandon E. YoungFountain, EVP and Head of M&A
Relation Insurance Services
P: 312-371-6236
E: brandon.youngfountain@relationinsurance.com

Relation Insurance Services

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Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois
CEO: Tim Hall
Employees: 1,350
Organization: PRI

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Contacts

Contact for Relation Insurance Services
Todd McCormack
todd.mccormack@relationinsurance.com

M&A CONTACT

Brandon E. YoungFountain, EVP and Head of M&A
Relation Insurance Services
P: 312-371-6236
E: brandon.youngfountain@relationinsurance.com

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