Bothell-based HUB Northwest announced that it has acquired the assets of The Unity Group, Inc. (Unity), a full-service insurance brokerage firm based in Bellingham. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. HUB Northwest is an insurance brokerage firm.

In connection with this acquisition, Barry Hanson, currently president of The Unity Group, will be joining HUB Northwest as an executive vice president, leading Bellingham operations and becoming a member of the HUB Northwest executive team.  Hanson will report to Andy Prill, HUB Northwest president and chief executive officer.

“We are pleased to welcome the Unity employees to HUB,” Prill said. “The addition of this talented group to HUB Northwest will further strengthen our capabilities, making us one of the largest brokerage operations across Washington.”

Founded in 1929, Unity is one of the largest independent insurance agencies in Washington.

“HUB and Unity share a common vision that is customer-centric,” Hanson said. “With the addition of HUB’s value-added services, our team of professionals will be able to provide our clients with the many offerings of a top global brokerage firm.”

Then company serves the insurance needs of a well-diversified and loyal client base, including businesses and individuals throughout the Bellingham area and Puget Sound region. They offer a wide array of products and services, with specialties in large group employee benefit programs, real estate, including condominiums and property management firms, and education.