Forest Agency Insurance Continues 55+ Years of Service

Business: Forest Agency Insurance, 7310 Madison St. in Forest Park

President: Dan Browne

Founded: 1957

How did the business come to be?

The business was started by my father, Bill Browne, in our Oak Park home.

Why did you choose the area? 

It was our family's business, and I guess I was wanting to emulate my Dad when I joined him in the firm. I went on to receive my BBA degree in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia.

What does your business offer?

We offer business, home, auto, aviation, life and many other types of insurance.

What's something interesting about your business your customers might not know?

We are the largest retail insurance agency in this local area.  We have been doing business in the Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park area for over 55 years. Most of those years were spent on Chicago Avenue in Oak Park, until we moved to this great location of Madison Street in Forest Park in 2011.

We also have a niche in Aviation Insurance, which most agencies do not offer.  We insure pilots, aircraft owners, aerobatic and show planes and more.

What's your most popular product or service?

Home and Auto Insurance for the middle and upscale, value-conscious clients is the largest portion of our agency.  We offer coverages and services that most other companies (like State Farm, Allstate, Geico) can't.

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