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Shepherd Insurance Expands Florida Footprint With Arnold Agency Acquisition
Indiana-headquartered Shepherd Insurance, ranked as one of the largest groups of independent agencies, has acquired Arnold Insurance in southwest Florida, the company announced. The partnership will keep the Arnold team in place while giving access to Shepherd’s broader carrier relationships …
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According to Insurance Journal’s source item, Shepherd Insurance Expands Florida Footprint With Arnold Agency Acquisition, Indiana-headquartered Shepherd Insurance, ranked as one of the largest groups of independent agencies, has acquired Arnold Insurance in southwest Florida, the company announced. The partnership will keep the Arnold team in place while giving access to Shepherd’s broader carrier relationships …
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