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Greg Williams (born 1961) is an American entrepreneur and business executive. He is the Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Acrisure, a global insurance brokerage and financial services firm.

Early Life and Education

Greg Williams was born in Lansing, Michigan. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Western Michigan University.

Career

Williams began his career in the insurance industry after completing his education. He served as a Vice President for Michigan National Corporation (MNC), a $19 billion bank holding company. In 2005, Williams co-founded Acrisure with Rick Norris. Initially a small firm based in Caledonia, Michigan, Acrisure has since expanded into a global insurance brokerage firm operating in 21 countries.

Under Williams' leadership, Acrisure has grown significantly through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The company has also evolved into a fintech firm, incorporating AI technologies into its operations. Williams played a pivotal role in establishing Evolution Advisors, a joint venture focused on addressing the insurance and financial service needs of minority and diverse communities.

Philanthropy

Williams is involved in various philanthropic efforts, particularly in healthcare and education. He has made donations to children’s hospitals, including partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital and UPMC Children's Hospital. His contributions support the development of diagnostic capabilities and the construction of new medical facilities. Additionally, Williams and his wife, Dawn Williams, donated $10 million to Michigan State University for the expansion of the Tom Izzo Football Building.

Recognition and Achievements

Under Williams’ leadership, Acrisure has received several awards, including:

Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies: Ranked 2,076 on the list in 2020.
Business Insurance's 2021 Best Place to Work: Recognized for its workplace culture.
M&A Advisor Awards: Awarded Growth Company of the Year in 2023.
Insurance Technology Impact Award: Recognized in 2022 for the Partner Entity Integration Framework.

Williams has also been individually honored:

Newsmaker of the Year (2022): Recognized for Acrisure’s expansion and strategic partnerships.
EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2022 Michigan and Northwest Ohio Award: Honored as a leader of high-growth companies.

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