World Insurance Adds Two Agencies in South Carolina

New Jersey-based World Insurance Associates, one of the larger brokerages in the country, has continued its expansion plans with the recent acquisition of two agencies in South Carolina, the firm announced this week.

Owens Insurance Agency, in Greer, and Stokes Farnham Insurance Agency, in Travelers Rest were acquired in deals that were completed in January. Terms have not been disclosed.

Owens, providing commercial, personal, life and health, and bond insurance products, has had a presence in the area since 1952. Christopher Crist was the owner.

Shane Lynn was the CEO of Stokes Farnham agency, which also has served clients in the state since the 1950s, with commercial and personal lines insurance coverage.

Both agencies are now divisions of World Insurance Associates.