After nearly two decades serving local and surrounding communities in South Jersey, Jersey Coast Insurance has been acquired by World Insurance Associates LLC.
The acquisition was World’s first announcement of 2026, although the transaction closed Oct. 1, 2025.
Jersey Coast Insurance, based in Margate City, N.J., offers both personal and commercial lines of insurance, with a focus on coastal homes, condominiums and flood risks.
“We spent nearly two decades building both trust and reliability with the local and surrounding communities. We strive to match our clients with the right coverage and policy – at the lowest premium available,” said Stephen Popovich, president of Jersey Coast Insurance. “We’re glad to now be part of the World team and look forward to showcasing all the new products and services to our clients.”
World CEO and co-founder Rich Eknoian said the agency’s service approach fits with the organization’s philosophy.
“I would like to welcome Jersey Coast to the World family,” Eknoian said. “Their focus on providing excellent service to their clients aligns with World’s philosophy. I know they will continue to be successful as part of World.”
World Insurance Associates is a nationally ranked financial services organization. It serves clients through more than 300 offices across the US and UK. World provides services spanning commercial and personal insurance and bonds, employee and executive benefits, wealth management and retirement plan services, private client services, and payroll and HR solutions.
In 2025, at least 24 firms joined World Insurance Associates. These included SilverLeaf Insurance Group, The Fidella Agency, Mossbrook & Hicks Insurance Agency, and Van Syckel Insurance.
