Employee Benefits

Alera Group Adds Heist Insurance Agency in Latest Acquisition

December 14, 2021

Alera Group, a top independent, national insurance and wealth services firm, announced today the acquisition of Heist Insurance Agency, an independent insurance company providing excellent insurance services in Southern New Jersey and beyond.



“Our service team is committed to staying up to date in all areas that can affect our clients. Our commitment to the most modern technology gives us the tools we need in order to provide quality service quickly and efficiently,” said Thomas Heist IV, President of Heist Insurance Agency. “Our clients are the reason that we’re in business. This simple philosophy keeps our focus and priorities straight and ensures the people who rely on us never get less than stellar service.”



Heist Insurance Agency provides a variety of services, including personal insurance, business insurance, flood insurance and condominium insurance. Heist Insurance Agency offices are located throughout Southern New Jersey in Ocean City, Margate, Egg Harbor Township, Marmora and Vineland.



“Heist Insurance Agency has been a trusted regional insurance agency for more than 50 years,” said Alan Levitz, CEO of Alera Group. “The firm has a wide breadth of business experience and insurance solutions. We’re pleased to expand our footprint in New Jersey with an agency that shares our dedication to providing exemplary localized services and solutions for clients.”



The Heist Insurance Agency team will continue serving clients in their existing roles. Terms of the transaction were not announced.



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About Alera Group



Alera Group is an independent, national insurance and wealth services firm with more than $850 million in annual revenue, offering comprehensive employee benefits, property and casualty, retirement plan services and wealth services solutions to clients nationwide. By working collaboratively across specialties and geographies, Alera Group’s team of more than 3,000 professionals in more than 120 offices provides creative, competitive services that help ensure a client’s business and personal success. For more information, visit www.aleragroup.com or follow us on LinkedIn.  

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