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7 August 2025news

ALKEME acquires Innovative Insurance Group

ALKEME has announced its acquisition of Innovative Insurance Group, one of the largest and most established independent insurance agencies in Virginia. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in ALKEME's continued growth and commitment to delivering exceptional insurance solutions across the East Coast of the US, it said.

Founded in 2015 through the merger of four prominent Virginia benefits agencies, Innovative Insurance Group has built a reputation for its client-focused approach, deep industry expertise, and dedication to providing tailored insurance solutions for individuals, families, and businesses, ALKEME said in a statement. With a team boasting over 100 years of combined experience, Innovative is recognized for its leadership in employee benefits, human resources, Affordable Care Act compliance, and reporting. The Innovative team will continue operating from its eight Virginia locations, playing a pivotal role in ALKEME's East Coast expansion strategy.

“We are thrilled to welcome Innovative Insurance Group to the ALKEME family,” said Curtis Barton, chief executive of ALKEME. “Sam Irby, Earl Weaver and Charlie Webb have built an outstanding agency rooted in integrity, expertise, and a passion for serving clients. Their addition strengthens our East Coast presence and enhances our ability to deliver comprehensive insurance solutions to even more communities.”

“Joining ALKEME is an exciting step forward for our agency and our clients,” said Samuel Irby, co-founding partner of Innovative Insurance Group. “We share ALKEME's commitment to innovation, service, and putting people first. With their resources and national reach, we look forward to expanding our impact and continuing to provide the highest level of service to our clients and partners.”

ALKEME said that this acquisition is part of its ongoing strategy to partner with top-performing regional agencies and offer a broader range of insurance products and services nationwide.

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