TORONTO, OCTOBER 11, 2023 – BrokerLink has acquired Alberta-based Alpine Insurance Inc. (Alpine Insurance) and Ontario-based Eagen Insurance Brokers Inc. (Eagen Insurance), effective October 1. Alpine Insurance marks BrokerLink’s largest purchase in the West to date, and provides an opportunity to expand service in Calgary, Canmore, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge and the surrounding communities. Eagen Insurance enables BrokerLink to serve more customers in Windsor and the surrounding areas.
Strengthening BrokerLink’s community presence in Alberta
Founded in 2002, Alpine Insurance offers Albertans a wide range of customized solutions to meet their specific needs, including coverage options for home, condominium, tenants, auto and commercial insurance. The brokerage also specializes in umbrella liability, high-value homes, and it offers specialty coverage for collectibles, from art to antique cars. Alpine Insurance also offers group home and auto programs to eligible employers and association members.
“We pride ourselves on being a trusted brokerage by offering protection for everything our customers have worked hard to achieve, through our strong relationships with Canada’s leading insurance providers,” says Cam Clay, President of Alpine Insurance. “BrokerLink is well respected in the industry and with its expansive network across Canada and access to additional technology, I believe our customers’ experiences will be elevated.”
“Bringing Alpine Insurance on board is a big deal for BrokerLink, and it’s especially exciting for our team members in Alberta, as it increases our ability to help protect many additional Albertans from financial risks.” Says Albert Pol, BrokerLink’s Vice President, Distribution, Alberta. “This is a significant acquisition for us and we’re looking forward to working with Alpine Insurance’s talented local professionals who, I know will help us accomplish great things including delivering exceptional service to all our customers.”
Expanding our footprint in Windsor, Ontario
Established in 2008, Eagen Insurance provides extensive coverage for the personal and commercial needs of customers, to protect them in the event of unexpected financial loss. The Windsor-based brokerage prides itself on the knowledge and professionalism its brokers deliver consistently, and it is a proud recipient of several industry awards for exceptional service.
“We’ve been proudly serving the Windsor community for 15 years, where we’ve created long-lasting relationships. I trust that BrokerLink will build on these relationships and continue delivering top-tier local advice to our customers and provide our employees the opportunity to soar in their careers,” says Jonathan Eagen, President of Eagen Insurance.
Joe D’Annunzio, President of BrokerLink, states: “We’re here to help people and I admire Alpine and Eagen Insurance for their dedication to putting people first and commitment to delivering local advice, fostering relationships and commitment to striving for excellence,” says Joe D’Annunzio, President of BrokerLink. “I anticipate that we will learn from each other and make great strides forward in the future!”
About BrokerLink
Since 1991 we’ve had a vision: to build a network of trusted insurance brokers across the country, working directly in the communities we serve. With over 200 branches and 3,400 employees, we’re proud to say that BrokerLink has become one of Canada’s largest property and casualty insurance brokerages.
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