Afore Acquires TailoredRisk Insurance; Taps John Paolini to Lead its National Personal Lines Division

ALPHARETTA, Ga., July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Afore Insurance Services, LLC, a leading national provider of insurance solutions to businesses and individuals, today announced its strategic acquisition of Naples, Florida based TailoredRisk Insurance Advisors, LLC, and the appointment of its principal, John Paolini, to the role of Executive Vice President, National Personal Lines Division. The move strengthens Afore's growing focus on the near-affluent and high-net-worth personal lines market, underscoring the company's commitment to delivering tailored, high-touch service and innovative insurance products.

"John Paolini is one of the most talented personal insurance broker executives in the nation," said Afore's President & Chief Executive Officer, Michael A. Garguilo. "His decision to join our team heading our personal lines business affirms Afore's value proposition and our exciting trajectory. We look forward to his leadership driving our growth in underserved, high-potential markets."

With a distinguished career spanning three decades, Paolini has consistently achieved success by delivering exceptional client outcomes and spearheading innovation in personal lines. Under Paolini's leadership, Afore will elevate its service and product offerings nationwide.

"Joining Afore represents a key next step in our shared vision," said John Paolini. "The alignment between TailoredRisk's culture and values and Afore's commitment to excellence in expanding its national platform makes this a perfect fit. I'm eager to work with our merged team to accelerate growth and deliver a superior client experience."

Key Highlights of the Transaction:

• Seamless Integration: All of TailoredRisk's employees will join Afore and, ultimately, TailoredRisk will operate under the Afore name, leveraging the company's national capabilities and resources to serve clients across all geographies.
• Strategic Expansion: The acquisition deepens Afore's reach in the near-affluent and high-net-worth personal lines segment, reinforcing the Company's commitment to personalized, sophisticated insurance solutions.
• Leadership Enhancement: Paolini's appointment as EVP of National Personal Lines leverages his proven industry experience, combined with Afore's strong distribution platform, to deliver accelerated growth and innovation. Paolini will fill the vacancy created by Andrew Muller's recent elevation to Executive Vice President of Strategy & Partnerships and complements Anthony Prete's recent promotion to Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Afore's National Personal Lines Division.

This strategic transaction builds on Afore's recent accomplishments — such as the recent addition of industry veteran John Neace to its Board of Directors and its series of acquisitions since September of 2024. Each milestone reflects Afore's deliberate strategy of driving value through a blend of strong leadership, best-in-class capabilities, and market focus.

About Afore Insurance Services:

Afore Insurance Services is a consolidated insurance brokerage acquisition platform offering independent insurance agencies the opportunity to partner with a top 100-largest national firm to better serve clients. With roots going back to the 1970s, Afore has successfully acquired over 50 agencies and operates them under custom operating structures where (former owner) principals and producers direct client sales and service activities locally. Today, Afore is one of the largest insurance brokers in the US, with 20+ offices nationwide.

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Phone: (770) 727-3268
Website: www.afore.insure

SOURCE Afore Insurance Services, LLC