Ryan Specialty Acquires J.M. Wilson Corporation
July 1, 2025
Ryan Specialty (NYSE: RYAN) completed its acquisition of the business of J.M. Wilson Corporation (“JM Wilson”), which is based in Michigan. JM Wilson’s operations became part of RT Binding Authority, Ryan Specialty’s binding authority specialty platform, strengthening Ryan Specialty’s Midwest presence and transportation practice.
- Buyers
- Ryan Specialty
- Targets
- J.M. Wilson Corporation
- Platforms
- RT Binding Authority
- Industry
- Insurance
- Location
- Michigan, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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