King Risk Partners, LLC

King Risk Partners, LLC is a prominent insurance brokerage firm headquartered in Gainesville, Florida. Founded in 1974 by Malcolm King, Sr., the company operates with a mission to provide comprehensive insurance solutions and support its clients and communities. The firm has grown to become one of the fastest-growing insurance agencies within the top 100 brokers in the United States.

The company offers a full spectrum of insurance products and services, catering to both individual and commercial clients. Its offerings include personal lines such as home, auto, life, and private client insurance, as well as commercial solutions like business risk management, employee benefits, aviation, habitational and condo associations, and surety bonds. King Risk Partners serves a broad market across the Eastern Seaboard, with offices spanning from New Hampshire to Florida.

In recent years, King Risk Partners has pursued an aggressive growth strategy, marked by numerous acquisitions. In 2025, the firm completed 14 acquisitions, and 22 deals in 2025, expanding its footprint and capabilities. Notable recent acquisitions include Lewis Insurance (Georgia, February 2026), New England Property & Casualty (Connecticut, April 2026), and PRL Associates (New York, March 2026). The company is privately held and backed by private equity investors Lightyear Capital and BHMS Investments LP, which provided capital for its continued expansion in April 2025. Malcolm "Chad" King serves as Chairman and Founder, while Scott Popilek was appointed Chief Executive Officer in October 2025.