The Hilb Group has announced the acquisition of Massachusetts-based Cook & Company Insurance Services. The acquisition builds on the Hilb Group’s employee benefits offerings and presence in New England.

Cook & Company provides health plan consulting and brokerage services to employers throughout the market, with a special focus on medical stop-loss and serving municipalities. Agency principal Sue Shillue and her team will join Hilb Group’s New England regional operations.

“Cook & Company is proud of the reputation for excellent service and results that we have established with our clients,” Shillue said. “We are excited to join Hilb Group as this partnership will provide us the opportunity to continue our growth while presenting greater product offerings and nationwide resources to our customers.”

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“We are pleased to welcome Cook & Company Insurance Services,” said Ricky Spiro, CEO of the Hilb Group. “The team has an established history of delivering innovative, customized solutions to their clients and represents a great addition to our company and strategic vision. I look forward to collaborating for the future.”