CRC Group Acquires SLB Marking First Acquisition as Independent Specialty Wholesaler

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CRC Group Acquires SLB Marking First Acquisition as Independent Specialty Wholesaler

CRC Group, one of North America's leading independent wholesale specialty insurance distributors, has acquired SLB Insurance Group, a well-established binding authority operation with offices in Florida and Louisiana.

Founded in 2000, SLB specializes in small to midmarket property and casualty, trucking, and personal lines insurance. Under the leadership of Darren Marsh, Trevor Keyes, and Keith Hinson, SLB has built a reputation for reliable production and strong market relationships with an innovative approach to technology.

"Adding SLB to CRC Binding is an exciting step forward," said Brennan Paris, President of CRC Binding. "Their production expertise and experienced leadership team align well with our goals of providing exceptional service and market access for our clients."

"We are thrilled to join the CRC Group family. The alignment of our cultures ensures a seamless transition, and we're confident this partnership will drive continued success for our teams. Becoming part of a larger organization allows us to leverage CRC's broad capabilities and technology platform, including robust tools, resources, and data-driven analytics," said the SLB leadership team in a joint statement.

Marsh, Keyes, and Hinson will continue to lead SLB, reporting to Brennan Paris, President, CRC Binding.

This acquisition expands CRC Group's binding operations in the Southeast, nearly doubling its presence in South Florida and enhancing its capabilities in Louisiana. It also marks CRC Group's first acquisition since becoming an independent wholesaler earlier this year, reflecting the company's focus on strategic growth and market leadership.

"The addition of SLB reflects our commitment to smart, purposeful growth and is just the start of what promises to be a dynamic year in 2025 – our first calendar year as an independent specialty broker," said Neil Kessler, CEO of CRC Group's Wholesale division. "We have a strong lineup of acquisitions in the pipeline and are executing with urgency."

As CRC Group continues its strategic expansion, it remains focused on enhancing its services, growing its market presence, and delivering tailored solutions to clients nationwide.

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