Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG) is a global insurance brokerage and risk management firm that provides a broad spectrum of services to businesses and individuals. The company delivers commercial, personal and specialty property and casualty insurance brokerage, consulting and third-party claims management services. Its core offerings include risk assessment, loss control, employee benefits consulting, retirement plan services and reinsurance brokerage, all designed to help clients identify and mitigate financial exposures.
Founded in 1927 by Arthur J. Gallagher in Chicago, the firm has evolved into one of the world’s largest and most diversified insurance intermediaries. Headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Gallagher has grown organically and through strategic acquisitions, extending its footprint across continents. Today, the company operates in regions such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East, serving clients in more than 150 countries through a network of offices and partner alliances.
Leadership at Gallagher is anchored by J. Patrick Gallagher Jr., who represents the third generation of the Gallagher family to steer the business. As chairman, president and chief executive officer, he has overseen significant expansion and diversification of the company’s service lines. Gallagher’s senior management team combines insurance industry veterans with experts in regulatory compliance and technology, enabling the firm to deliver tailored solutions in areas such as captive insurance programs, cyber liability coverage and environmental risk management.
Gallagher’s culture emphasizes client-focused advice, disciplined underwriting and proactive risk management. By integrating data analytics, proprietary benchmarking tools and industry-specific expertise, the firm aims to help organizations of all sizes navigate evolving regulatory landscapes and complex exposures. Through its combination of global reach and local market knowledge, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. continues to support a diverse base of commercial and individual clients seeking comprehensive insurance and risk management strategies.
