Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is strengthening its presence in Georgia with the acquisition of Sheila J. Butler & Company (SJB), an employee benefits brokerage firm that serves businesses of varying sizes across western Georgia, including the greater Atlanta area.
Following the acquisition, Sheila J. Butler, Blake Butler, and their team will continue operations from their current location. They will report to Colby Paxton, who leads Gallagher’s Southeast region employee benefits consulting operations.
This acquisition allows Gallagher to leverage SJB’s expertise and client relationships to enhance its service offerings and bolster its position as a premier provider of employee benefits solutions in the region.
The move is part of Gallagher’s broader strategy to expand its footprint in the U.S. and internationally. December alone saw the company announce several notable acquisitions, including Caytons Law LLP, Hann Insurance Brokers Pty Ltd., and AssuredPartners. The AssuredPartners deal, valued at $13.45 billion in an all-cash transaction, is considered one of the largest acquisitions in the insurance brokerage industry.
Gallagher’s growth momentum is reflected in its financial performance. The company reported $2.77 billion in total revenue for the third quarter of 2024, marking a 13% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This growth was driven by strong performance across its core business segments.
Headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is a global leader in insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting services. The company operates in approximately 130 countries through its owned offices and a network of correspondent brokers and consultants.
