Brown & Brown Dealer Services Acquires American Adventure Insurance

Brown & Brown Dealer Services Expands with Acquisition of American Adventure Insurance

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Feb. 17, 2026 — Brown & Brown Dealer Services (BBDS), a division of Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO), has strategically acquired American Adventure Insurance. Specializing in dealership insurance for motor homes and boats, American Adventure enhances BBDS’s portfolio with AI-driven innovations and comprehensive risk management solutions. This acquisition aligns with BBDS’s objective to strengthen its capabilities in underwriting and regulatory compliance.

American Adventure has established itself as a key player in the insurance industry, offering comprehensive insurance and financial products to automotive dealers and commercial clients nationwide. Under the direction of Paul Bender, an industry authority with over three decades of experience, the company has built a network of more than 1,500 dealerships. Post-acquisition, the integration into BBDS will see current operations continue under Mike Neal, BBDS president, ensuring seamless service continuity.

Commenting on the acquisition, Mike Neal noted, "Paul is a recognized authority in enabling his dealer partners by providing best-in-class insurance products for their shared customers." Paul Bender responded with optimism, stating, "Aligning with Brown & Brown's extensive product offerings presents an unparalleled opportunity to scale our operations and enhance regulatory compliance requirements." This acquisition not only solidifies Brown & Brown's market position but also affirms its commitment to offering scalable and innovative insurance solutions globally.

Brown & Brown, Inc., founded in 1939, stands as a leading insurance brokerage with over 700 offices worldwide, emphasizing regulatory compliance and advanced underwriting procedures. Forward-looking statements regarding this acquisition highlight the benefits poised for BBDS and emphasize the company's proactive approach to evolving industry demands.

For further details, please contact:
R. Andrew Watts, Chief Financial Officer
Phone: (386) 239-5770