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Dowling Hales acted as exclusive financial advisor to HillCo Insurance in its sale to Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO)

 

 

Located in the Dallas metropolitan area, HillCo Insurance is a premier, full-service independent insurance broker dedicated to serving the personal and commercial insurance needs of the Dallas business and high-net-worth community. Founded in 2016 by Hunter Hill, President and CEO, alongside his brother Austin Hill, HillCo has rapidly made its mark in the Dallas area, driving exceptional growth, supported by a team of young producers.

HillCo Insurance will become part of Brown & Brown's Dallas office but will continue its operations under the leadership of its founder, Hunter Hill, who will report to Erik Templin, the leader of the Brown & Brown Dallas team. The acquisition is poised to enhance the combined entity's capabilities in high-net-worth personal lines and commercial insurance solutions, further solidifying its position in the Dallas market.

 
 

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*Transactions conducted through Hales Securities, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.