(August 29, 2024) – Advanced Insurance Group was built upon the longstanding experience and trust of four reputable insurance agencies in Delphos and Van Wert: Rhoades Insurance Agency, Schmit Massa Agency, Purmort Brothers Insurance Agency and Gilden Insurance Agency. These four companies have worked long and hard to create professional businesses that provide outstanding services to our community. The group has joined forces with a fifth agency, Thatcher Insurance Agency of Van Wert, OH.

REMAINS LOCALLY OWNED, NOW WITH MORE CAPABILITIES.
Thatcher Insurance Agency will now be operating as ADVANCED INSURANCE GROUP. The merger and
name change will go into effect immediately.

Brett Thatcher brings to Advanced Insurance Group many years of experience in the insurance industry.
Brett will be working together with the team at Advanced Insurance Group to ensure a smooth
transition. Under this new partnership, customers can expect to work with Brett Thatcher, as well as the
experienced team at Advanced Insurance Group, to assist you with all your insurance needs. With one
strong future, representing many reputable carriers, we will continue to grow stronger together.

Customers under the Advanced Insurance Group brand will benefit through:

  • Additional carriers and access to more markets to serve customers’ needs.
  • More capabilities, combined experience and resources to give residential and business
  • customers the best coverage.
  • Having local agents who support customers and have a greater understanding of their personal and business needs in the rural community.
  • Three convenient locations and a deep commitment to the communities in which Advanced
  • Insurance Group resides – Delphos, Ottoville, and Van Wert.


FIVE GREAT COMPANIES. ONE STRONG FUTURE.
Advanced Insurance Group has 3 permanent locations: Delphos, Ottoville, and Van Wert. Thatcher
Insurance Group will be moving to the Advanced Insurance Group location at 101 West Crawford Street
in Van Wert, OH. As demonstrated through the agency’s continuous involvement throughout the years,
Advanced Insurance Group is deeply committed to staying in all three communities.

For more information, please contact Adam Anspach by calling 419.238.6214 or by email –
adam@advancedinsgroup.com.