Herman Powell Ins Agcy INC

Public signs the agency buys or absorbs other agencies: past acquisitions, growth by acquisition, added offices and the depth to integrate a book.

Why: Three or more named leaders; public history of 15+ years in business or in the industry

• Three or more named leaders · Lisa Crabtree (Co-owner)“The current owner, Lisa Crabtree, joined her mom in 1978 and later became co-owner of the business.”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified
• Public history of 15+ years in business or in the industry · 1935“Herman Powell Insurance Agency, Inc. has insured individuals and businesses in Ohio since 1935.”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified

Not known publicly: Whether the agency is buying now and at what size; Financing and integration capacity.

Public signs an ownership change could be on the table: a declared sale or merger, an owner retirement or an announced succession plan. A founder still leading after 30+ years is only a weak research clue, not a sign the agency wants to sell. Past sales, restructurings and the agency's own acquisitions do not count here.

Why: Acquisition Research Fit is low. Formation year 1935 is on a verified record (91 years in operation). The rating stays Low because years in operation and size are a business profile, not a transition. This is not a statement that the agency wants to sell.

• Formation year 1935 is on a verified record (91 years in operation). Verified · +8 pts“Herman Powell Insurance Agency, Inc. has insured individuals and businesses in Ohio since 1935.”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified

Countervailing evidence: A completed transfer of this agency is on file. It is not current willingness.

Acquisition Research Fit is low. Formation year 1935 is on a verified record (91 years in operation). The rating stays Low because years in operation and size are a business profile, not a transition. This is not a statement that the agency wants to sell.

Confidence: low. Separate from the rating.

Not on file: Owner tenure is not established; No internal succession document; Confirmed sale interest is unknown.

Not known publicly: Whether the owner would consider a sale; Succession plans and timing; Book size and retention.

Public signs of industry standing and willingness to share know-how: association leadership, teaching, memberships, recognition and tenure.

Why: Public history of 15+ years in business or in the industry; public history of 30+ years in business or in the industry; three or more named leaders

• Public history of 15+ years in business or in the industry · 1935“Herman Powell Insurance Agency, Inc. has insured individuals and businesses in Ohio since 1935.”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified
• Public history of 30+ years in business or in the industry · 1935“Herman Powell Insurance Agency, Inc. was started by Herman Powell in 1935.”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified
• Three or more named leaders · Lisa Crabtree (Co-owner)“The current owner, Lisa Crabtree, joined her mom in 1978 and later became co-owner of the business.”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified

Not known publicly: Whether the principals want to mentor or be mentored.

Public signs the agency would complement others: niche specialties, referral or partner relationships, broad carrier access, both personal and commercial lines, and regional reach.

Agency Match score: 25/100 · Medium confidence: 3+ public facts

Why: Three or more carriers named; both personal and commercial lines documented

• Three or more carriers named · Auto-Owners“We proudly represent Auto-Owners, Grinnell Mutual, Progressive, and more!”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified
• Both personal and commercial lines documented · Personal and Business Insurance“Insurance Solutions – Personal Insurance Renters Auto Home See All Insurance by Industry Farm Church Contractor See All – Business Insurance Business Owners General Liability Business Auto”powellinsuranceportsmouthohio.com verified

Not known publicly: Which partnerships the agency would welcome; Carrier appointments not published online.