WIA swoops for New York agency

The deal is the second acquisition announced by the firm in recent days
WIA swoops for New York agency
INSURANCE NEWS
By Ryan Smith
Sep 01, 2020

World Insurance Associates has announced the acquisition of Jefferson Valley, N.Y.-based Countywide Insurance Agency. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

“We’re committed to developing and nurturing long-term relationships with our clients and carriers,” said Richard Strauss, who has joined WIA as manager of the Countywide Insurance Agency unit. “Our partnership with World Insurance Associates allows us to do so with the backing and resources of a nationally recognized company.”

“We warmly welcome Countywide Insurance Agency to the World Insurance team,” said Rich Eknoian, co-founder and CEO of WIA.

WIA also recently announced the acquisition of New Jersey-based Maximum Benefit Insurance Agency.

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