Relation Insurance Acquires Gary McKeighan Insurance Agency, Inc.

Business Wire

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Relation Insurance Services (“Relation”) announced today their acquisition of the assets of Gary McKeighan Insurance Agency, Inc. (“Gary McKeighan Insurance”). The transaction went into effect on June 30, 2026; terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

“We’ve always prided ourselves on exceptional customer service and personalized attention,” said Jim Kinter, Vice President. “That focus on the customer will continue. As part of Relation, though, we will be able to offer them more comprehensive solutions, expanded services, and the resources of a national brokerage.”

Located in Fresno, California, Gary McKeighan Insurance has deep expertise in the state’s agricultural industry. The company, which has been serving customers for more than 50 years, specializes in farm, ag, and business insurance coverage, while also offering personal lines solutions.

“Jim and his team bring expertise and longstanding relationships in the ag industry that will complement our own strengths in those areas,” said Tim Hall, chief executive officer of Relation. “We’re excited to welcome them and look forward to working together to help protect what matters most to our clients.”

About Relation’s Mergers & Acquisitions

Relation Insurance Services is actively seeking partnerships to expand its offerings, industry expertise, and geographic footprint. Relation offers a seat at the table to insurance entrepreneurs with equity ownership opportunities and a people-first approach that optimizes outcomes for employees and clients. For more information on joining the Relation family of brands, visit www.relationinsurance.com/partner-with-us.

About Relation Insurance Services, Inc.

Relation Insurance Services is an insurance brokerage that offers superior risk management and benefits consulting services across the United States. It is ranked by Insurance Journal within the top 25 largest agencies in the country by revenue and has approximately 1,450 employees across more than 90 locations nationwide. Relation is a privately held corporation backed by BayPine, a Boston-based private equity firm focused on digital transformation capital to drive innovation and sustainable growth in core-economy, market-leading businesses. Visit: www.relationinsurance.com for more information.