About Gallagher – Ireland’s Leading Insurance Company
Founded by Arthur J. Gallagher in Chicago in 1927, Gallagher is a global business insurance, risk management and consulting services company offering clients and customers innovation and tenacity across 130 countries.
In every community where we do business, more than 52,000 Gallagher colleagues create and follow a culture based on strong values, collaboration and professional excellence.
Our Story in Ireland
Gallagher first entered Ireland in June 2022 following the acquisition of INNOVU, Doyle Mahon and later First Ireland in January 2023. The Gallagher family that founded and remain at the heart of the business today, have an Irish heritage and can trace their roots back to Limerick in the 1800’s before they emigrated to the US.
INNOVU Insurance
INNOVU was established in 2018 offering a range of commercial insurance, personal insurance and financial services. The team headquartered in Wexford, and also has offices in Dublin, Kilkenny, Limerick, Tipperary and Kerry.
Sheridan Insurances
Established in 1964, Sheridan Insurances established itself as a dominant insurance broker in the industry. Focused on corporate, SME, and personal customers, Sheridan Insurances held a strong presence, with offices located in Dublin, Kilkenny, and Wexford. In February 2019, Sheridan Insurances was acquired.
Wexford Insurances
In December 2019, Wexford Insurances, a significant equestrian insurance brokerage, was acquired. In addition to its specialist equestrian business, Wexford Insurances also supported the corporate, SME and personal insurance markets.
Goggin Insurance Brokers
In July 2021, Goggin Insurance Brokers became part of the business. Based in Newcastle West and Listowel. It has a strong reputation among its Corporate, SME and Personal customers throughout Ireland.
Cullen Insurances
Cullen Insurances was the fourth acquisition by the group and took place in October 2021. Established in 1974 by Bill Cullen, Cullen Insurances has built a strong reputation nationally in the SME Corporate and personal space.
P. E. Kelly Insurances
October 2021, P. E. Kelly Insurances was acquired. The business had built a strong reputation for providing affordable and bespoke insurance solutions, risk and claims management for their clients. P.E. Kelly Insurances has been providing General Insurance Services in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford under the stewardship of Pat Kelly and staff since 1985.
Doyle Mahon Insurances
In November 2022 Doyle Mahon became part of our business. Founded in 2009, Doyle Mahon is a commercial and agriculture insurance broker based in Ardcavan, Wexford.