ISELIN, N.J. — World Insurance Associates LLC announced that it has acquired the business of Agency West Insurance, an Olathe, Kansas-based insurance agency. The transaction closed on February 1, 2026, and financial terms were not disclosed.
Agency West has served Kansas clients for many years, providing insurance solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. The agency has built its reputation around long-term client relationships, thoughtful coverage guidance, and helping customers identify ways to manage insurance costs while reducing potential coverage gaps.
R. David Ward, President of Agency West Insurance, said the partnership with World will allow the agency to broaden the products and services available to its clients while continuing its focus on quality coverage and value.
World Insurance Associates Executive Chairman and Founder Rich Eknoian welcomed the Agency West team, noting that the agency’s client-focused values align well with World’s approach to business.
Legal counsel for the transaction included Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla for World Insurance Associates and Polsinelli for Agency West. No additional transaction advisors were disclosed.
Information for this article was provided by World Insurance Associates LLC. Views and claims expressed in this article are those of the source company and do not necessarily reflect the views of AgencyEquity.com. This article may have been edited with the help of AI.







