IIABA 2021 Best Practices Agency - HMS INSURANCE ASSOCIATES, INC. was selected in 2016 to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States participating in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) “Best Practices” Study Group. Our status was renewed in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and in 2021 for the 6th consecutive year. Only 254 independent agencies throughout the U.S. qualified for inclusion in the 2016 Best Practices Study. An IIABA affiliated state association or an insurance company must first nominate the agency which then must qualify based on outstanding customer retention, growth, stability and financial management. More than 1,800 agencies were nominated this year. HMS Insurance Associates, Inc. is a leading independent insurance agency in the Mid-Atlantic Region, servicing clients throughout the country. Founded in 1943, we celebrate more than 75 years of service to our clients. Our office of operations is located in Hunt Valley, Maryland; just north of the Baltimore area. We specialize in commercial insurance, surety bonding, captives, risk management services, personal home and auto, and employee benefit solutions for individuals and business owners. Our team of more than 135 insurance professionals are dedicated to providing superior customer service along with competitively priced insurance and risk management products. And our team of in-house claims mediators will be there for you when an unexpected loss occurs. Follow our LinkedIn Showcase pages for information and related articles pertaining to specific insurance divisions and services. Or visit our website for more information about HMS and how we can serve all your insurance and risk management needs.