Meeker Sharkey Associates Merges With James F. Hurley Insurance Agency

CRANFORD, N.J., December 16, 2014 -- Insurance agency Meeker Sharkey Associates announced it has merged with James F. Hurley Insurance Agency of Bedminster, N.J. By combining the resources of the two agencies, Meeker Sharkey and Hurley will broaden its client base, strengthen its combined knowledge base with a deeper team of talented individuals, and provide a wider array of carrier representation.

“In an increasingly competitive insurance marketplace, our agencies are a good match to continue our mutual traditions of comprehensive client service, dedicated agents, personal attention, and customized commercial risk management and benefit strategies for business clients and public entities,” said Tom Sharkey Jr., president and chairman, Meeker Sharkey.

“Like Meeker Sharkey, we are a family-owned business with a long history and a shared philosophy of always putting the needs of our clients first,” said Craig Sutherland, president, Hurley Insurance. “The merger is good for our customers and ensures they will continue to receive personalized attention for all of their insurance needs. We will be able to offer more services and products to our commercial clients and individuals who need personal insurance such as auto and homeowners coverage.”

The James F. Hurley Insurance Agency has catered to customers in the tristate area and beyond for more than 60 years, offering personal, commercial, life, health, and employee benefits insurance.

Serving the community since the 1860s, Meeker Sharkey focuses primarily on commercial insurance brokerage and benefits providing risk management and brokerage services. The company is known for its highly-experienced staff of brokerage agents. Meeker Sharkey merged with the insurance division of Summit Bancorp in 2000. In 2007, the firm was re-launched as an independent insurance brokerage. For more information, visit meekersharkey.com.

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