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Stefan Petrella,
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Starkweather & Shepley Named Among the Top 100 Best Places to Work in Insurance 

East Providence, RI — Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc. (S&S) is proud to announce its recognition as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance. Ranked 8th on the prestigious list for firms with 250 to 1,000 employees, this marks the third consecutive year S&S has earned this honor.

A leading independent insurance brokerage, Starkweather & Shepley offers a comprehensive range of services, including commercial and personal insurance, employee benefits, risk management, and HR consulting. Through its strategic partnership with Assurex Global, S&S provides national and international coverage. The firm also operates a wholesale brokerage division and an in-house claims department. With over 320 associates across 16 offices in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Florida, S&S continues to grow as a trusted partner for clients seeking tailored insurance solutions.

“We are deeply honored by this recognition and proud to be ranked among the top 10. Achieving 8th place is a remarkable accomplishment and reflects the dedication and culture of excellence fostered by our entire team,” said Andrew Fotopulos, Chairman of Starkweather & Shepley. “This recognition highlights our commitment to providing exceptional service to both our clients and employees.”

The Best Places to Work in Insurance program, an annual feature from Business Insurance and the Best Companies Group, recognizes the insurance industry’s top employers based on employee satisfaction and engagement. Companies are assessed through a two-part process: a questionnaire covering company policies, practices, and demographics, followed by a confidential employee survey on engagement and job satisfaction.

 

About Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc.

Founded in 1879, Starkweather & Shepley is the largest independent insurance agency in Rhode Island and the 57th largest insurance brokerage firm in the United States. As a privately held company since 1935, Starkweather & Shepley remains committed to long-term stability for its clients and employees. The firm provides commercial and personal insurance, employee benefits, surety bonding, and risk management services, both locally and globally through its partnership with Assurex Global. Headquartered in East Providence, Rhode Island, S&S operates additional offices in Providence, Newport, Middletown, and Westerly, RI; Bristol and Shelton, CT; Westwood, Sturbridge, Burlington, and Martha’s Vineyard, MA; and Palm Beach Gardens and Naples, FL.

About Business Insurance

Business Insurance is the leading source for news, analysis, and information for executives managing risk. With in-depth coverage of emerging risks, case studies, and market trends, Business Insurance serves risk managers, insurers, brokers, and other insurance professionals. The publication offers news through its website, daily and weekly e-newsletters, and email alerts.

About Best Companies Group

Best Companies Group specializes in identifying and recognizing top employers through its comprehensive workplace assessments, including employer questionnaires and employee satisfaction surveys. The group partners with organizations to highlight companies excelling in workplace culture and employee engagement.

 

To view the full list and read more about Starkweather & Shepley’s ranking, visit the Business Insurance website.

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