Cornell Capital Acquires Hancock Claims Consultants

Hancock Claims Consultants Holdings Acquires Knight's Solutions

June 30, 2025

Professional Services

Hancock Claims Consultants Holdings, LLC (Hancock Claims) entered into an agreement to acquire Knight's Solutions to expand the scale of its field network for property insurance claims. The companies expect to complete operational integration over the next 90 days, and Knight's owner Ryan Knight will transition into a role at Hancock Claims.

The Hilb Group Acquires Maine-Based Property & Casualty Business

April 1, 2025

Insurance

The Hilb Group, a Carlyle-backed property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage, acquired a Maine-based property and casualty business effective April 1, 2025. The deal expands Hilb Group’s New England footprint by adding Maine to its portfolio and broadens its P&C offerings in the region.

Hilb Group Acquires New Hampshire-Based Property & Casualty Business

February 1, 2025

Insurance

The Hilb Group, a Richmond-based property & casualty and employee benefits brokerage (and portfolio company of The Carlyle Group), acquired a New Hampshire-based property and casualty business that expands its P&C offerings in New England. The acquisition took effect in early 2025 and is an add-on to Hilb Group’s existing platform as it continues regional expansion.

Simplicity Group Acquires Hancock Brokerage

September 7, 2023

Insurance

Simplicity Group Holdings, Inc. announced the acquisition of Hancock Brokerage, a Metairie, Louisiana-based life insurance brokerage led by Susan Cimini, who becomes a Simplicity partner. The deal brings Hancock's life insurance, annuity and life-settlement capabilities onto Simplicity's platform and is intended to expand the firm's product offering and distribution resources for advisors and agents.

Hancock Claims Consultants Acquires Preferred Repair Network (PRN)

March 24, 2022

Insurance

Hancock Claims Consultants Holdings, LLC has acquired Preferred Repair Network, LLC (PRN), a Tampa-based claims services and contractor-network provider. The acquisition expands Hancock's mitigation, restoration and early-claim engagement capabilities for property & casualty carriers and policyholders.

Century Equity Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Hancock Claims Consultants

January 7, 2021

Insurance

Century Equity Partners has become the new majority owner of Hancock Claims Consultants Holdings, LLC, a U.S.-based property and casualty claims inspection and mitigation services provider. The investment will supply capital to expand Hancock's field resources, accelerate growth and pursue add-on acquisitions while founder Brad Hancock retains a significant ownership position.