Montgomery, AL August 1, 2025 –Starke Agency, a risk management and insurance brokerage, is proud to announce its selection as a regional winner of MarshBerry’s prestigious MAX Performer awards, a mark of distinction given to independent agencies with impressive financials, operational excellence, and world-class company culture.
The national MAX Performer award will be announced at MarshBerry’s executive peer exchange, the Connect Summit, in Boston, MA, on Wednesday, September 17.
We’re honored to be a 2025 MAX Performer regional winner alongside the following firms:
- East: Hardenbergh Insurance Group, Marlton, NJ
- Midwest: Associated Insurance and Risk Management Advisors, Rolling Meadows, IL
- Southeast: Starke Agency, Inc., Montgomery, AL
- West: Atlas Insurance Agency, Honolulu, HI
- Southwest: Dillingham Insurance, Enid, OK
“We are honored to be recognized by MarshBerry as a leading representative for our region,” said William Van Hooser of Starke Agency “At the heart of Starke’s mission is a commitment to earning the trust of our clients through consistent, results-driven performance. Receiving the MAX Performer award affirms the dedication, discipline, and client-first mindset our team brings to every engagement. We take great pride in this achievement and what it represents.”
“Independent agencies and brokerages serve as the cornerstone of our industry,” said John Wepler, MarshBerry Chairman & CEO. “MarshBerry’s MAX Performer awards are designed to recognize firms that demonstrate exceptional service, innovative practices, and a resolute commitment to excellence. Their achievements reflect not only individual distinction but also contribute meaningfully to the advancement and integrity of the broader industry.”
MarshBerry selects winners by evaluating firm performance in areas such as growth, perpetuation, profitability, productivity, and company culture.
MarshBerry created the MAX Performer program to recognize exceptional performance and help firms prosper through peer networking. Learn more about our award-winning agency at www.starkeagency.com.
