ISC Acquires Specialty Brokerage Services, Expands Its Wholesale Capabilities

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Strategic acquisition strengthens ISC’s personal and commercial wholesale offerings

CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
California-based Integrated Specialty Coverages (ISC), a leading, multi-line program administrator that builds end-to-end insurance products utilizing technology, data analytics, and predictive modeling announced today the acquisition of Specialty Brokerage Services (SBS), an Ohio-based wholesale brokerage known for its strong personal and commercial lines capabilities, deep carrier relationships, and long-standing reputation for service excellence. The acquisition marks a major milestone in ISC’s ongoing expansion of its wholesale division, reinforcing the company’s commitment to building one of the industry's most comprehensive wholesale platforms.

“We’re investing heavily in building out our nationwide wholesale operation, and the addition of SBS accelerates those plans in a meaningful way,” said Brad Nebel, President, New Programs & Wholesale, ISC. “SBS brings incredible talent, strong leadership under industry veteran Tricia Johnston, and a reputation for excellence with both agents and carrier partners. They significantly expand our market access across admitted and non-admitted lines, which is accretive to everything we’re building.”

With strengths across personal, commercial, general binding, and brokerage, SBS adds immediate depth to ISC’s offerings, including a niche in high-value personal lines that complements ISC’s exclusive homeowners programs. On the commercial side, its expertise in small commercial and SME risks aligns directly with ISC’s core focus areas, while expanding access to markets for private flood, product liability, and more.

A Strong Cultural and Strategic Fit

Nebel emphasized that the partnership is not just strategic, but cultural. SBS brings a growth-oriented team eager to leverage ISC’s technology, distribution network, and expanding carrier partnerships.

“We were drawn to SBS because of their people, their markets, and their reputation,” Nebel added. “They like what we’re building, and we’re excited for them to become an integral part of our wholesale operation and our future expansion plans.”

“Specialty Brokerage Services is excited to join ISC and become part of a platform that closely aligns with our values and long-term vision,” said Tricia Johnston, President, CEO, and Co-Owner of SBS. “This partnership is grounded in a shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, and service excellence. By combining SBS’s specialty expertise with ISC’s technology, distribution capabilities, and carrier relationships, we are expanding opportunities for our agents and partners while creating a stronger, more scalable foundation for the future. Together, we are building something truly greater than the sum of its parts—and we look forward to shaping the next chapter of wholesale insurance.”

Expanding the Future of ISC Wholesale

Nebel noted that this acquisition is part of a broader strategy to scale ISC’s wholesale division nationwide: “We will continue to look at strategic acquisitions while driving strong organic growth and expanding our carrier and product offerings for agents across the country.”

About Integrated Specialty Coverages

Integrated Specialty Coverages (ISC) is a leading, multi-line program administrator dedicated to underwriting excellence, client service, and customer experience. ISC has built an end-to-end insurance platform by connecting a broad network of insurance markets and distribution channels with proprietary data analytics capabilities. The firm uses sophisticated technology and analytics to revolutionize how complex programs are underwritten and operated. They are joined by experienced professionals from all spheres of the insurance ecosystem. ISC’s strategy focuses on a combination of strategic M&A, data-driven decision-making, and an innovative delivery approach. ISC provides its partners with high-quality service, competitive commission, and creative product delivery options to help expand their footprint in any desired line or class of business. Please visit: https://iscmga.com/.

About Specialty Brokerage Services

Specialty Brokerage Services is an Ohio-based wholesale brokerage providing both personal and commercial lines products. SBS specializes in high-value personal lines, including private flood, collector cars, vacant dwellings, monoline secondaries, monoline umbrella, and comprehensive personal liability. On the commercial side, SBS offers an extensive range of coverages and holds key strengths in general liability, package policy, private flood, pollution, professional liability, product liability, and excess.