CONCORD, MA — (Marketwire) — 06/07/12 — Stahlka Agency, Inc., an independent insurance agency, and member of the EMS Group, based in Williamsville, N.Y., has acquired Historic Square Insurance Agency-s Western New York practice, consultant North Bridge Advisors announced today. Stahlka Agency will be merging Historic Square-s office in Orchard Park, N.Y., into its existing Orchard Park location near Buffalo.
North Bridge Advisors represented Stahlka Agency, which is a leading agency servicing the Western New York market, providing all lines of coverage. Historic Square is a full-service agency based in Erie, Penn.
“This is a key strategic acquisition as we expand our business in Western New York,” said Mark Stahlka, CIC, president of Stahlka Agency. “Jerry Vigneron of North Bridge put together a deal that-s a win-win for both buyer and seller.”
“The sale will help us strengthen our business in and focus on the Erie area,” said Stephen E. Gutting, CIC, CPCU, Historic Square-s managing partner. “We know our customers will be treated very well by Stahlka Agency.”
“It was great working with Mark and Stephen, who are consummate professionals,” said Vigneron, North Bridge-s managing director. “The transaction makes perfect sense for both.”
Stahlka Agency () is a member of the EMS Group and EMS Financial Services. Historic Square () offers all personal and commercial lines.
North Bridge Advisors () is a Concord, Mass., consulting firm specializing in insurance agency acquisitions and mergers. A former independent agent nationally known expert in the field, Vigneron has managed acquisitions for insurance agencies and banks. He can be reached at 978-369-6924 or .
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Gerald C. Vigneron
North Bridge Advisors
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