Ansay & Associates Expands Into Illinois With Preston Insurance Partnership

Preston Insurance Agency, a full-service independent insurance agency with six locations across Illinois, announced a strategic partnership with Ansay & Associates, one of the nation’s largest family-owned independent insurance agencies. This partnership marks Ansay & Associates’ expansion into the Illinois market—furthering its mission to serve clients across the Midwest with personalized, relationship-driven insurance solutions.

Founded in 2008 by Bill Preston, a fifth-generation insurance professional, Preston Insurance Agency has been serving individuals, families, and businesses throughout Illinois for over 15 years. With offices in Abingdon, Decatur, Mattoon, Pekin, Peoria, and Springfield, Preston is known for its deep community roots, personalized service, and commitment to building lasting relationships with its clients.

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Ansay & Associates has been family-owned since 1946 and serves clients across multiple states including Wisconsin, Minnesota, Upper Michigan, and Florida. The firm’s expansion into Illinois through this partnership represents a natural extension of its regional growth strategy—bringing together two agencies built on shared values of integrity, client care, and community involvement.

Preston Insurance Agency offers comprehensive commercial insurance solutions, including coverage for cable contractors, subcontractors and hiring managers, commercial vehicles, trucking and transportation operations, commercial property, general liability, professional liability, and workers’ compensation.

The partnership officially took effect on October 6, 2025. Going forward, the agency will operate as “Preston Insurance Agency, a division of Ansay & Associates,” reflecting the seamless integration of the two organizations and their shared commitment to client-first service.

Topics Illinois