London-based GBN Worldwide adds Kraus-Anderson Insurance to its global network
Network enables KA Insurance to grow its U.S. client roster with international needs
London-based GBN Worldwide has added Kraus-Anderson Insurance, a national leader in risk management services, to its global network of insurers. The membership allows KA Insurance to more effectively grow and service its U.S. clients with international needs.
GBN Worldwide is an interconnected, technology-backed, global insurance eco-system made up of independent insurance, reinsurance, human capital, and risk management organizations from around the world. The border-less insurance network, both physically and virtually, enables its partners and clients to transact the business of risk anytime, anywhere and in every language.
Kraus-Anderson employs 78 professionals focused on commercial, benefits, fee-loss prevention services (HR, claims management), surety and personal lines business.
“We continue to cultivate our growing portfolio with clients whose customers are becoming more focused on entering into new marketplaces outside of the US.,” said Dennis Diessner, executive vice president and chief operating officer of KA Insurance. “Being a part of GBN Worldwide provides us with local representation outside the U.S. to assist in determining the best course of risk management for our clients.”
Strategic acquisitions
KA Insurance has been bolstering its operations through several strategic acquisitions. The company acquired Minnesota Insurance Brokers in 2009, Advanced Risk Manager in 2012 and Onyx Benefit Advisors in 2016. Just last month, the company acquired Dennis J. Linder & Associates.
About Kraus-Anderson Insurance
Established in 1972 and headquartered in Burnsville, MN, Kraus-Anderson Insurance is an independent agency providing a spectrum of effective risk management tools for businesses and individuals, including business and personal lines, alternative risk financing, workers compensation management (COMPTROL), HR/benefits, safety/loss control and surety bonding. COMPTROL is a member of the Institute of Work Comp Advisors, limited to 275 agencies nationwide. KA Insurance is part of the Minneapolis-based Kraus-Anderson family of operations, including commercial construction, real estate management and development, and capital financing.