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Holmes Murphy & Associates® Rises to 28th Largest Insurance Brokerage Firm in the U.S.

DES MOINES, Iowa, July 28, 2008 — Holmes Murphy & Associates, Des Moines, has been named the 28th largest independent risk management and insurance brokerage firm in the United States, up from being the 29th largest broker in 2007. The ranking of the largest 100 insurance brokers was listed in the July 21 issue of Business Insurance.

“Our growth is a testament to the leadership and dedication our employees provide to our clients,” said Jim Swift, president and chief executive officer of Holmes Murphy & Associates. “Their integrity, expert know-how and exceptional service is at the core of everything we do and ensures strong, long-term relationships with our clients.”

“Holmes Murphy is dedicated to clients’ goals and needs, and that spirit of service is reflected in the significant growth of the organization,” said Laure Guisinger, senior vice president and division leader.

About Holmes Murphy

Founded in 1932, Holmes Murphy & Associates, an independent insurance brokerage, is ranked 24 among America’s top 100 brokers. Holmes Murphy has offices in Des Moines, Davenport and Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Denver, Colo.; Dallas, Texas; Kansas City, Kan.; Omaha, Neb.; St. Louis, Mo.; Madison, Wis.; Peoria, Ill.; Oklahoma City, Okla.; Scottsdale, Ariz.; and Sioux Falls, S.D. Holmes Murphy serves business and industry leaders throughout the Midwest and across the nation in the areas of property and casualty insurance, employee benefits, captive insurance, risk management, loss control and financial services.

Media Contact

Lori Tapscott
Holmes Murphy & Associates
Corporate Communications
515-223-6963
ltapscott@holmesmurphy.com