BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–One80 Intermediaries (One80), a specialty insurance broker headquartered in Boston, today announced that it 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.
Since 1969, Volunteer Firemen’s Insurance Services, now VFIS has provided highly specialized insurance coverage designed to meet the unique needs of emergency service organizations. This includes fire departments and volunteer fire departments, as well as ambulance and rescue squads. Services include insurance program administration and management, education, training, and consulting services. VFIS is a wholly owned division of Glatfelter Insurance Group, a leading Managing General Agency and Insurance Broker.
“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. Additionally, we are delighted to welcome Jackie Ireland and his incredible team as part of our growing One80 family,” said Matthew F. Power, President, One80 Intermediaries.
“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,” said Jackie Ireland, President of Ireland Insurance Group, Inc. d/b/a VFIS of North Carolina.
About One80 Intermediaries
One80 Intermediaries is a privately held firm with offices throughout the US and Canada. As a leading insurance wholesaler and program manager, the company offers placement services and binding authority for property & casualty, professional and personal lines, life insurance, and travel/accident and health coverages. One80 specializes in key industry verticals such as medical stop loss, cannabis captives, alternative risk, warranty coverage and lender-based insurance. One80 serves commercial companies, non-profits, public entities, individuals and associations and unions, and has access to all major insurance markets in the US, Canada and UK. One80 has offices in more than 40 locations in the US and Canada. For more information visit www.one80intermediaries.com
