WalkerHughes Insurance has expanded its presence in Illinois through a partnership with IIP Insurance Agency, an independent agency serving Ottawa and surrounding communities.
IIP has roots dating back more than a century and has built its business around personal service and longstanding relationships with clients in the region. Jay Bottarini and Pete McGrath have owned the agency since acquiring it in 1995 and have continued to grow the business over the past three decades.
As part of WalkerHughes, IIP will gain access to additional resources designed to support the agency and address the changing insurance needs of its clients. The agency will continue serving the Ottawa community.
McGrath said finding a partner that shared IIP’s commitment to its clients, employees and local community was an important consideration when planning the agency’s future. He said WalkerHughes’ investment in local agencies and focus on supporting their teams made the company a good fit.
Bottarini said the two organizations share similar values and that the partnership will allow IIP to continue serving its clients and community while positioning the agency for the future.
Benjamin Schoettmer, CEO of WalkerHughes Insurance, said IIP’s emphasis on trust, client service and community involvement aligns with the type of agencies WalkerHughes seeks to partner with.
The addition of IIP continues WalkerHughes’ expansion through partnerships with established independent insurance agencies while maintaining their local relationships and presence.
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