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March 1, 2010
USI Holdings Corporation to Acquire Offices of National City Insurance Group in the States of Ohio, Kentucky, and Missouri


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NEW YORK March 1, 2010 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI"), announced today the closing of the previously announced acquisition of the retail employee benefit insurance brokerage offices in the states of Ohio, Kentucky, and Missouri of National City Insurance Group, Inc. ("National City Insurance") from The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. National City Insurance is expected to contribute approximately $13.0 million in revenues to USI on an annual basis. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

About USI Holdings Corporation
Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of insurance and financial products and services to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 76 offices in 24 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co. Additional information about USI may be found at www.usi.biz.

 

February 19, 2010
USI Holdings Corporation to Acquire Offices of National City Insurance Group in the States of Ohio, Kentucky, and Missouri


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NEW YORK February 19, 2010 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI"), announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the retail employee benefit insurance brokerage offices in the states of Ohio, Kentucky, and Missouri of National City Insurance Group, Inc. ("National City Insurance") from The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. National City Insurance is expected to contribute approximately $13.0 million in revenues to USI on an annual basis. The closing of the transaction, which is subject to certain conditions, is expected on or around the last week of February 2010. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Michael J. Sicard, USI's chairman, president and CEO, said, "Through this acquisition, we expect to expand and strengthen our Midwest Regional Operation by adding a significant footprint in Louisville, St. Louis, and Cleveland. The National City Insurance professionals are aligned in our focus on growing the business and exceeding our client's expectations."

Thomas D. Cassady, USI's Midwest Regional CEO, said, "I am pleased to officially welcome the National City Insurance team and look forward to working together with them to benefit our clients through expanded insurance expertise. We expect this combination will strengthen our Midwest Region with expanded scale and scope."

About USI Holdings Corporation
Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of insurance and financial products and services to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 76 offices in 21 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co. Additional information about USI may be found at www.usi.biz.

 

October 26, 2009
USI HOLDINGS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF $100 MILLION INCREMENTAL SENIOR SECURED TERM LOAN FACILITY


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NEW YORK October 26, 2009 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI" or the "Company") announced today that it completed the process and funded a new term loan in the amount of $100 million under its existing senior secured credit agreement. The Company plans to use the proceeds of the new term loan to pay down its revolving credit facility and for general corporate purposes. Michael J. Sicard, USI's chairman, president, and CEO, said, "We are very pleased with the response to our debt offering from the investment community. The proceeds from this offering enhance our financial flexibility and liquidity." Goldman Sachs Lending Partners LLC was the Sole Lead Arranger for the transaction.

About USI Holdings Corporation
USI Holdings Corporation is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products. For each of the past five years, the Company has been one of the top ten largest insurance brokers in the United States (according to Business Insurance, as measured by annual U.S. brokerage revenues). Through the Company's network of 77 local offices in 21 states, strong customer relationships and broad product offerings, the Company believes it is one of only a few insurance brokers that has national scale while maintaining a strong local market presence.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "will" or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements about the anticipated closing of the tender offer. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are inherently subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release, and USI does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or correct any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur or of which USI hereafter becomes aware.



 

October 9, 2009
USI HOLDINGS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF INCREMENTAL SENIOR SECURED TERM LOAN FACILITY


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NEW YORK October 9, 2009 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI" or the "Company") has announced today that it will commence a process of securing a $100 million incremental senior secured term loan facility under the Company's existing senior secured credit agreement on Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Goldman Sachs Lending Partners LLC is the Sole Lead Arranger for the transaction.

This news release is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation to buy any of these Notes, nor is it a solicitation for acceptance of the tender offer.

About USI Holdings Corporation
USI Holdings Corporation is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products. For each of the past five years, the Company has been one of the top ten largest insurance brokers in the United States (according to Business Insurance, as measured by annual U.S. brokerage revenues). Through the Company's network of 77 local offices in 21 states, strong customer relationships and broad product offerings, the Company believes it is one of only a few insurance brokers that has national scale while maintaining a strong local market presence.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "will" or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements about the anticipated closing of the tender offer. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are inherently subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release, and USI does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or correct any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur or of which USI hereafter becomes aware.



 

July 1, 2009
USI HOLDINGS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES TERMINATION OF ITS CASH TENDER OFFER FOR $100,000,000 MAXIMUM PAYMENT AMOUNT OF SENIOR FLOATING RATE NOTES DUE 2014 AND 9.750% SENIOR SUBORDINATED NOTES DUE 2015


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., July 1, 2009 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI" or the "Company") announced today that it has terminated its previously announced cash tender offer for $100,000,000 maximum payment amount of the outstanding Senior Floating Rate Notes due 2014 ("2014 Notes") and 9.750% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015 (together with the 2014 Notes, the "Notes") of the Company due to minimal participation in the tender offer as of the early tender date. As a result of the minimal participation, the Company does not believe that it would have been able to realize the contemplated benefits of the tender offer to the Company. Any Notes that were tendered in the tender offer will be returned promptly to the tendering holders of such Notes.

This news release is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation to buy any of these Notes, nor is it a solicitation for acceptance of the tender offer.

About USI Holdings Corporation
USI Holdings Corporation is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products. For each of the past five years, the Company has been one of the top ten largest insurance brokers in the United States (according to Business Insurance, as measured by annual U.S. brokerage revenues). Through the Company's network of 78 local offices in 21 states, strong customer relationships and broad product offerings, the Company believes it is one of only a few insurance brokers that has national scale while maintaining a strong local market presence.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "will" or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements about the anticipated closing of the tender offer. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are inherently subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release, and USI does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or correct any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur or of which USI hereafter becomes aware.



 

June 29, 2009
USI HOLDINGS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF ITS CASH TENDER OFFER FOR $100,000,000 MAXIMUM PAYMENT AMOUNT OF SENIOR FLOATING RATE NOTES DUE 2014 AND 9.750% SENIOR SUBORDINATED NOTES DUE 2015


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., June 29, 2009 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI" or the "Company") announced today that it has extended the early tender date and expiration date for its previously announced cash tender offer for $100,000,000 maximum payment amount of the outstanding Senior Floating Rate Notes due 2014 ("2014 Notes") and 9.750% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015 (together with the 2014 Notes, the "Notes") of the Company.

The early tender date with respect to the tender offer, which was originally set to expire at 5:00p.m., New York City time, on June 26,2009, is being extended until 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on June 30, 2009 (the "Early Tender Date"), unless further extended. Holders of Notes who validly tender their Notes on or before the Early Tender Date will be eligible to receive the applicable Total Consideration, as set forth in the Offer to Purchase and the related Letter of Transmittal dated June 15,2009.

In addition, the tender offer, which was originally scheduled to expire at 12:00 midnight, New York City time, on July 13,2009, is being further extended until 12:00 midnight, New York City time, on July 14, 2009 (the "Expiration Time"), unless further extended. Holders of Notes who validly tender their Notes after the Early Tender Date, but on or before the Expiration Time, will be eligible to receive only the applicable Tender Offer Consideration, as set forth in the Offer to Purchase and the related Letter of Transmittal dated June 15, 2009. The Company will pay the Total Consideration or the Tender Offer Consideration, as applicable, plus all accrued and unpaid interest on the Notes purchased pursuant to the offer in same-day funds promptly after the offer expires (the "Settlement Date"), which is expected to be on or about July 15, 2009. All other terms, provisions and conditions ofthe tender offer will remain in full force and effect.

This news release is neither an offer to purchase nor a solicitation to buy any of these Notes, nor is it a solicitation for acceptance of the tender offer. USI is making the tender offer only by, and pursuant to the terms of, the Offer to Purchase and the related Letter of Transmittal. The tender offer is not being made in any jurisdiction in which the making or acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities, blue sky or other laws of such jurisdiction. None of USI or its affiliates, the Dealer Manager, the Depositary or the Information Agent is making any recommendation as to whether or not holders should tender their Notes in connection with the tender offer.

The complete terms and conditions of the tender offer are set forth in the Offer to Purchase and Letter of Transmittal, each dated June 15,2009, that have been sent to holders of the Notes. Holders are urged to read the tender offer documents carefully. Copies ofthe Offer to Purchase and Letter of Transmittal may be obtained from the Information Agent for the tender.offer, Global Bondholder Services Corporation, at (866) 387-1500 (toll free).

Goldman, Sachs & Co. is the Dealer Manager for the tender offer. Questions regarding the tender offer may be directed to Goldman, Sachs & Co. at (212) 357-4692 or (800) 828-3182 (toll free).

About USI Holdings Corporation
USI Holdings Corporation is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products. For each of the past five years, the Company has been one of the top ten largest insurance brokers in the United States (according to Business Insurance, as measured by annual U.S. brokerage revenues). Through the Company's network of 78 local offices in 21 states, strong customer relationships and broad product offerings, the Company believes it is one of only a few insurance brokers that has national scale while maintaining a strong local market presence.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "will" or words of similar meaning and include, but are not limited to, statements about the anticipated closing of the tender offer. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are inherently subject to uncertainties and changes in circumstances. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release, and USI does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or correct any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur or of which USI hereafter becomes aware.



 

June 15, 2009
USI HOLDINGS CORPORATION COMMENCES CASH TENDER OFFER FOR $100,000,000 MAXIMUM PAYMENT AMOUNT OF SENIOR FLOATING RATE NOTES DUE 2014 AND 9.750% SENIOR SUBORDINATED NOTES DUE 2015


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., June 15, 2009 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI" or the "Company") announced today that it has commenced a cash tender offer for $100,000,000 maximum payment amount of the outstanding Senior Floating Rate Notes due 2014 ("2014 Notes") and 9.750% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015 (together with the 2014 Notes, the "Notes") of the Company.

CUSIP Numbers	Title of Security	Aggregate Principal Amount Outstanding	Acceptance Priority Level	Tender Offer Consideration(1)	Early Tender Payment(1)	Total Consideration(1)
90333HAD3 and U91218AB0	Senior Floating Rate Notes due 2014	$225,000,000	1	$590	$30	$620
90333HAE1 and U91218AC8	9.750% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015	$175,000,000	2	$620	$30	$650

(1) Per $1,000 principal amount of Notes accepted for purchase.

March 2, 2009
USI Holdings Corporation Closes Acquisition of Renewal Rights to Liberty Mutual's Northeastern Middle Market Direct Business


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., March 2, 2009 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI"), announced today the closing of the previously announced acquisition of the policy renewal rights of the northeastern middle market property and casualty direct business of Liberty Mutual Group ("Liberty Mutual") and execution of an Agency Agreement with Liberty Mutual. As part of this transaction, USI hired select Liberty Mutual insurance professionals, including 43 sales professionals. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.



About USI Holdings Corporation
Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of insurance and financial products and services to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 66 offices in 18 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co. Additional information about USI may be found at www.usi.biz.
About Liberty Mutual Group
Boston-based Liberty Mutual Group is a diversified global insurer and sixth largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on 2007 direct written premium. The Company also ranks 94th on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the U.S. based on 2007 revenue. As of December 31, 2007, Liberty Mutual Group had $94.7 billion in consolidated assets, $82.3 billion in consolidated liabilities, and $25.9 billion in annual consolidated revenue. Liberty Mutual Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, commercial multiple peril, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, reinsurance, fire and surety. Liberty Mutual Group (www.libertymutualgroup.com) employs over 45,000 people in more than 900 offices throughout the world.

 

January 22, 2009
USI Holdings Corporation to Acquire Renewal Rights to Liberty Mutual's Northeastern Middle Market Direct Business


BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., January 22, 2009 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI"), announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the policy renewal rights of the northeastern middle market property and casualty direct business of Liberty Mutual Group ("Liberty Mutual") and agreed to execute an Agency Agreement with Liberty Mutual. As part of this transaction, USI intends to hire approximately 76 Liberty Mutual insurance professionals, including approximately 44 sales professionals. The closing of the transaction, which is subject to certain closing conditions, is expected to close on or around March 1, 2009. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Michael J. Sicard, USI's chairman, president and CEO, said, "The Liberty Mutual insurance sales and service professionals we intend to hire as part of this transaction represent a great complement to our existing presence in the New England and Northeast region. In addition, we look forward to working with Liberty Mutual on the successful execution of the Agency Agreement."

J. Paul Condrin, President of Liberty Mutual's Commercial Markets operations said, "USI is an excellent partner for us and a broker who is respected for its dedication to its customers. We share USI's commitment to making our Agency Agreement mutually productive."

Mark J. Smith, USI's New England Regional CEO, said, "I am pleased to officially welcome the Liberty Mutual team and look forward to working together to exceed our clients' expectations." James M. Butler, USI's Northeast Regional CEO, said, "We look forward to working with the Liberty Mutual insurance professionals to benefit our clients through expanded insurance expertise."

Mark A. Butler, Chief Operating Officer of the company's newly formed Liberty Mutual Middle Market business unit, said: "We look forward to partnering with USI's brokers to deliver the risk management products, service and expertise that will enable middle market businesses to successfully compete in their marketplace."

About USI Holdings Corporation
Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of insurance and financial products and services to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 66 offices in 18 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co. Additional information about USI may be found at www.usi.biz.

About Liberty Mutual Group
Boston-based Liberty Mutual Group is a diversified global insurer and sixth largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on 2007 direct written premium. The Company also ranks 94th on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the U.S. based on 2007 revenue. As of December 31, 2007, Liberty Mutual Group had $94.7 billion in consolidated assets, $82.3 billion in consolidated liabilities, and $25.9 billion in annual consolidated revenue. Liberty Mutual Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, commercial multiple peril, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, reinsurance, fire and surety. Liberty Mutual Group (www.libertymutualgroup.com) employs over 45,000 people in more than 900 offices throughout the world.

 

October 14, 2008
USI Announces Appointment of New CFO

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., October 14, 2008 - USI today announced the appointment of Michael Dinkins as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.

Commenting on the appointment, Michael J. Sicard, Chairman, President & CEO of USI, said, "We are very excited that a senior executive with over 15 years of experience in a CFO or CEO capacity of publically traded companies will be joining our senior management team. Mike's recent experience in the insurance brokerage business will be a great asset to us as we execute our business plan to become the preeminent middle market broker in the United States."

Since October 2005, Mr. Dinkins was the Chief Financial Officer of Hilb, Rogal & Hobbs Company ("HRH"), a leading middle market insurance brokerage firm. Mr. Dinkins joined HRH from Guidant Corporation where he served as Vice President of Global Control and Reengineering. Prior to Guidant Corporation, Mr. Dinkins served as Chief Financial Officer of Worldwide Customer Services Operation for NCR Corporation. Mr. Dinkins began his career at General Electric Company where he worked for 17 years in various financial positions. Mr. Dinkins obtained status as both a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Management Accountant.

Edward J. Bowler has served as interim CFO of USI and will resume his duties as Senior Vice President of Corporate Development following a transition of responsibilities with Mr. Dinkins.

About USI. Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 66 offices in 18 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co.

 

October 10, 2008
USI Announces Appointment of New Executive

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., October 10, 2008 - USI today announced the appointment of Michael A. Turpin as an Executive Vice President, effective immediately.

Commenting on the appointment, Michael J. Sicard, Chairman, President & CEO of USI, said, "USI is fortunate to have an extraordinary individual such as Mike Turpin as part of the USI executive team. His notable experience and reputation are outstanding, and we are thrilled to have him on board as we take our national benefits strategy to the next level."

About USI. Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 66 offices in 18 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co.

 

August 6, 2008
USI Holdings Corporation Acquires CCS

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., August 6, 2008 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI"), today announced the closing of the acquisition of CCS, LLC, an employee benefits insurance brokerage firm specializing in the automobile dealership industry. CCS, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is expected to contribute approximately $2.0 million in revenues to USI on an annual basis.

Commenting on the acquisition, Michael J. Sicard, Chairman, President & CEO of USI, said, "CCS is a great addition to our rapidly expanding employee benefits practice in South Florida. This acquisition strengthens our position as one of the leading insurance brokerage firms in Florida. I am pleased to welcome Doug Beller and the rest of the exceptional professionals from CCS to our team."

About USI Holdings Corporation. Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 66 offices in 18 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co.

 

August 4, 2008
USI Holdings Corporation Acquires Group Brokerage Associates

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y., August 4, 2008 - USI Holdings Corporation ("USI"), today announced the acquisition of Group Brokerage Associates ("GBA"), an employee benefit general agent. The acquisition is expected to contribute approximately $1.6 million in revenue to USI on an annual basis.

Commenting on the acquisition, Michael J. Sicard, Chairman, President & CEO of USI, said, "GBA is a great complement to our existing presence in the Tri-State area of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. This acquisition strengthens our position as one of the largest general agencies in the Tri-State area and further enables us to meet the needs of our current and potential broker partners and our carrier partners."

About USI Holdings Corporation. Founded in 1994, USI is a leading distributor of property and casualty insurance and employee benefits products to businesses throughout the United States. USI is headquartered in Briarcliff Manor, NY, and operates out of 66 offices in 18 states. USI is a portfolio company of Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, a private equity affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co.

 

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For questions and inquiries regarding these transactions please contact Edward J. Bowler.