Specialty insurance broker, One80 has entered into an agreement to acquire VFIS of North Carolina – an independent producer and Regional Director for VFIS.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
VFIS, formerly known as Volunteer Firemen’s Insurance Services is a wholly owned division of Glatfelter Insurance Group, a leading Managing General Agency and Insurance Broker.
Founded in 1969, VFIS has been providing highly specialised insurance coverage designed to meet the needs of emergency service organisations, which includes fire departments and volunteer fire departments, as well as ambulance and rescue squads.
“One80 Intermediaries is excited to expand its relationship with VFIS, the largest provider of insurance, education and consulting services to fire departments, ambulance, rescue squads and 911 centers in the United States”, said Matthew F. Power, President, One80 Intermediaries.
“Additionally, we are delighted to welcome Jackie Ireland and his incredible team as part of our growing One80 family.”
Jackie Ireland, President of Ireland Insurance Group, Inc. d/b/a VFIS of North Carolina, added: “VFIS of North Carolina is committed to protecting emergency service organizations and promoting the health and interest of its members. We are thrilled to join One80 Intermediaries as this partnership will further enhance the offerings and services we provide to the emergency service community.”
Meanwhile One80 Intermediaries recently acquired New York wholesale broker and program manager, Seacoast Specialty Administrators, as well as MGA and program manager, ProSurance Group.
