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King Insurance Partners Welcomes Three New Hires

August 5, 2024 by AC Editor


New Hampshire’s Optisure is Now Part of King Insurance Partners

King Insurance Partners is excited to announce that Kathleen (Kathy) Kelley, Lauryn Cochrane, and Kimberly (Kim) Gagne have joined the organization in our Manchester, NH location.

Kathy Kelley has been in the insurance industry for over 25 years in the Manchester area and will continue to deliver exceptional customer service as a Commercial Lines Account Manager.

Lauryn Cochrane brings her nearly 10 years of experience as Director of Operations, with a focus on providing top-notch service, to the position of Personal Lines Account Manager.

Kim Gagne has the expertise of 40 years in the insurance industry in both personal and commercial lines. She worked her way up from a receptionist to an Associate Underwriter, building her own book of business. Her diverse experience includes working on the carrier side of the industry coast-to-coast. Kim loves a challenge and enjoys working on complex policies that have over 100 vehicles or 30-plus buildings.

“We are pleased to welcome Kathy, Lauryn, and Kim to the team,” said Greg Soden, Director of Revenue. “As the fastest-growing top 100 agency in the US, it is imperative to install local expertise with a track record of providing excellent service to better serve our clients.”

About King Insurance Partners

King Insurance Partners is at the forefront of providing a wide array of insurance products and services, designed to meet the needs of an ever-evolving client base. Following a year of unprecedented growth in 2023, outpacing all other top 100 US brokers, the company continues to emerge as a leading force in the insurance brokerage industry, distinguished by a relentless pursuit of client satisfaction and a rich portfolio of insurance options.

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