PCF Insurance Services (PCF), a leading national insurance brokerage, announced today the completion of a strategic partnership with I-Connect, formerly William Ritchey Insurance Agency, located in Delano, California. As part of the partnership, I-Connect’s Principal William Ritchey will become a shareholder and partner of PCF Insurance Services.

 Founded in 1967, the California-based agency provides a variety of insurance types that can include: agri-business, commercial, workers’ compensation, bonds, home, auto, antique auto, motorcycle, recreational vehicles (RVs), boats, life, health and supplemental insurance. 

 "With great tenacity and drive, William has built up his agency to a place of huge growth and success since opening in 1967," said Peter Foy, chairman, CEO, and founder of PCF Insurance. "The passion that William and his team will bring to PCF is inspiring, and I'm looking forward to seeing what we can all accomplish together."

 I-Connect becomes the latest addition to an extensive list of successful insurance agencies to benefit from PCF Insurance's vast infrastructure of resources and services. The partnership will allow the agency to simplify its business functions with finance and accounting, human resources, information systems, carrier relations, communication and marketing, and growth operations.

In addition, I-Connect will have access to a premier selection of network benefits, including training and development for employees, an employee equity program, and opportunities to collaborate and discuss business opportunities with other PCF Insurance partners.

 "Partnering with PCF gives our agency access to the resources that are necessary for aiding our continued growth," said William Ritchey, principal of I-Connect. "We have seen great success on our own, but now that we have PCF on our side, we are looking forward to setting the stage for even greater success."

 About I-Connect

I-Connect, formerly the William Ritchey Insurance Agency, is an independent agency serving clients in California since 1967. Learn more at wr-ins.com.

 About PCF Insurance Services

Headquartered in Lehi, Utah, PCF Insurance Services is a leading full-service consultant and insurance brokerage firm offering a broad array of commercial, life and health, employee benefits, and workers' compensation solutions. A top 20 U.S. broker, PCF Insurance's agency-centric operating model and entrepreneurial environment support its tremendous growth profile, offering partners alignment through equity ownership, significant leadership incentives, and resources to over 2,000 employees throughout the United States. Learn more at pcfins.com.