July 1, 2026 – The Coverage Partners of Hastings, MN, has joined North Risk Partners, one of the largest independent insurance brokers and risk advisory firms in the Midwest.

Founded in 2023 by Tony Ciro, The Coverage Partners was built from the ground up, with Ciro leading the development of the agency’s brand, carrier relationships, and operational processes. Under his leadership, the agency experienced rapid growth, earning the trust of clients through personalized service, strong community involvement, and a commitment to long-term relationships. Ciro brings 20 years of insurance industry experience, having begun his career in 2006 while working alongside his father, who spent more than 40 years in the business. Along with Ciro, six team members joined North Risk Partners as part of the acquisition.

“Starting The Coverage Partners gave us the opportunity to build something that reflected our values and our commitment to doing what’s best for our clients. The support we received from our clients and the Hastings community allowed us to grow quickly and build an outstanding team. Joining North Risk Partners enables us to maintain the local relationships and personalized service our clients expect while expanding the resources, expertise, and market access available to them. We’re excited for what’s ahead,” said Tony Ciro, Founder of The Coverage Partners and Risk Advisor with North Risk Partners.

The North Risk Partners - The Coverage Partners team and North Risk Partners Hastings team. (L-R): Tony Ciro, Courtney Halverson, Kristi Lofgren, Josh Jenkins, Tonya Horst, John Newcomb, Eric Russell, Tom Daly.

Clients of North Risk Partners – The Coverage Partners will now have access to North Risk Partners’ full suite of insurance solutions, including commercial insurance, employee benefits, personal insurance, and surety bonds. They will also benefit from a broad range of value-added services, such as human resources support, loss control and safety consulting, compliance guidance, and more.

“Tony has built an impressive agency in a short amount of time by focusing on relationships, service, and community involvement. His entrepreneurial mindset and commitment to helping clients navigate risk align with our culture and values. We are excited to welcome Tony and his team to North Risk Partners,” said Mike Jacobs, President, Business Lines, Partner.

A longtime advocate for the Hastings community, Ciro is actively involved with the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, and Hastings Hockey Association. The North Risk Partners – The Coverage Partners team will continue serving clients from North Risk Partners’ Hastings office at 1640 S Frontage Rd., Ste. 102, Hastings, MN 55033.

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About North Risk Partners

North Risk Partners specializes in strategic insurance solutions for people and business. Our team helps clients Face Risk Head On with right-fit insurance coverage and loss prevention resources. For businesses, we offer commercial insurance, surety bonds, employee benefits, as well as programming and compliance support in the areas of human resources, health and safety, and more. Our firm has more than 475 employees and 28 locations across Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

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