Vanguard Acquires Gibson for Expanded Claims Management Services
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WOODBURY, N.J., Nov. 10, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Vanguard Claims Administration, LLC, a national claims solutions provider headquartered in Woodbury, New Jersey, has acquired the business of Gibson & Associates Professional Claims Management, Inc., a Springfield, Missouri-based third-party administrator with a 25-year history in the Lloyd's and domestic markets. The transaction closed on October 30, 2026.
Vanguard, a family-owned company founded in 1997, now adds Gibson’s experienced team to its national platform. Gibson has built a strong reputation for handling multi-line liability claims, and its seasoned professionals will now operate within Vanguard’s expansive network. This acquisition strengthens Vanguard’s capabilities across general liability, professional liability, auto liability, REO, investor-owned property, outdoor activity liability, and construction defect claims.
Gibson’s principal, Benjamin A. "BJ" Joplin, has joined Vanguard as Senior Vice President of the Third-Party Administration (TPA) Division. All of Gibson’s employees are joining Vanguard, ensuring a seamless transition for clients who will continue to receive the same personal, responsive service they have come to expect.
The transaction brings together two companies that have always put people first. Gibson is known for its commitment to strong, long-term relationships, anchored by personal accountability and dedicated support for both clients and employees. Vanguard, with its deep domestic and London Market relationships, will provide Gibson with the resources to innovate and expand its excellent care for clients.
Vanguard’s President and CEO, Brian Gilliam, expressed excitement about welcoming Gibson’s team.
Vanguard’s acquisition of Gibson & Associates will strengthen its position in the market, offering clients a broader range of services and resources. The transaction is expected to have a positive impact on both companies, as Gibson’s expertise will complement Vanguard’s existing offerings and expand its national platform.
Vanguard’s full suite of services includes daily and catastrophe field adjusting, full third-party administration, and subrogation recovery across all 50 states. Roughly 60% of its work is in commercial property, along with residential, coastal, and transportation exposures. Vanguard manages close to 100 Lloyd's of London programs, providing comprehensive claims management solutions to a wide range of clients.
Gibson & Associates, with its 25-year history in the Lloyd's and domestic markets, specializes in handling multi-line liability claims. The acquisition will allow Gibson to leverage Vanguard’s extensive network and resources, further enhancing its ability to serve clients effectively.
The acquisition is expected to have a positive impact on both companies, as Gibson’s expertise will complement Vanguard’s existing offerings and expand its national platform. The transaction is expected to be completed in the coming weeks, and both companies will work together to ensure a smooth transition for clients and employees.
Vanguard’s acquisition of Gibson & Associates Professional Claims Management, Inc., a Springfield, Missouri-based third-party administrator with a 25-year history in the Lloyd's and domestic markets, will strengthen the company’s national platform and expand its capabilities across various liability claims. The transaction closed on October 30, 2026, and Gibson’s experienced team will now operate within Vanguard’s expansive network. This acquisition will allow Gibson to leverage Vanguard’s extensive resources and expand its services, providing clients with a broader range of support and resources.