Alliant Insurance Services has announced the expansion of its national transportation specialty platform through a series of strategic acquisitions and key senior-level hires, enhancing its presence in cross-border transportation risk management across Texas. The growth aims to solidify Alliant’s foothold in the region, particularly in areas critical for international trade.
Alliant acquired Texas Insurance Agency, located in Laredo, Texas, a significant international trade port in the U.
S. This agency specializes in cross-border trucking risk and insurance. Additionally, Alliant acquired McAfee Insurance Agency in Mabank, which provides insurance services in East Texas. These acquisitions are part of Alliant Transportation’s broader expansion strategy in Texas, focusing on integrating technology-based solutions with risk management strategies to improve risk outcomes in complex markets.
Alongside these acquisitions, Alliant has strengthened its regional expertise with two new hires. Nader Dabboussi joins the team in Dallas, bringing over 20 years of risk management experience in the cross-border public transportation sector. Jordan Lewis has been hired in McAllen, specializing in comprehensive insurance and risk solutions for trucking and transportation companies operating in South Texas and cross-border territories. Both specialists utilize data-driven telematics, analytics, and technology platforms to provide data-informed insurance solutions designed to strengthen clients’ risk posture.
Michael Cusack, Executive Vice President, Alliant Specialty, stated that the new office locations and key hires align with Alliant’s growth strategy in Texas. He noted that this expansion solidifies Alliant’s leadership in offering strategic risk management insights to the transportation industry while leveraging technology platforms to manage the complexities of international brokering. Lisa Paul, Executive Vice President, Alliant Transportation, added that Alliant aims to empower businesses across the transportation supply chain with tailored insurance solutions that support their growth and operational goals, even in challenging markets.
Alliant Insurance Services operates as a national specialty broker, offering a comprehensive portfolio of risk solutions through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices. The firm focuses on creative and agile approaches to risk management and benefits, providing clients with access to its resources and expertise. Alliant is majority employee-owned and maintains a 99% producer retention rate.
