For Immediate Release
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Stefan Petrella, SPetrella@starshep.com
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – OCTOBER 2025 – Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc. is proud to announce the success of its event this year, held at The Park in West Palm Beach, where participants came together for a day of golf, networking, and philanthropy.
The event supported Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the nation’s largest cage-free, no-kill rescue organization. The funds will help advance the nonprofit’s mission to provide compassionate care, rehabilitation, and adoption opportunities for countless dogs in need.
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us for this year’s outing and contributed to such a meaningful cause,” said Andrew J. Fotopulos, Chairman and CEO of Starkweather & Shepley. “Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s dedication to saving and improving the lives of animals is truly inspiring, and we are honored to support their continued efforts. This event reflects our company’s belief that success is measured not only in business but in the positive impact we make in our communities.”
Big Dog Ranch Rescue, based in Loxahatchee Groves, Florida, has saved more than 80,000 dogs since its founding in 2008. Its mission aligns with Starkweather & Shepley’s commitment to community service and philanthropy across the regions it serves.
Starkweather & Shepley extends sincere thanks to all sponsors, partners, and participants who made the event possible and helped demonstrate what it means to make a difference, both on and off the course.
For more information on Starkweather & Shepley, please contact Stefan Petrella at spetrella@starshep.com.
About Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc.
Founded in 1879, Starkweather & Shepley is the 59th largest insurance brokerage firm in the U.S. and a recognized Top 10 Best Places to Work in Insurance, mid-sized company by Business Insurance. Privately held in trust since 1935, S&S specializes in commercial, personal, and employee benefits insurance, as well as risk management services. Through its partnership with Assurex Global, S&S also offers national and international expertise. The firm is headquartered in East Providence, Rhode Island, with additional locations in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Florida.
