What matters to you matters to us. We’re here to provide insurance options designed to help safeguard the people, places, and moments you hold dear.
A tradition of care.
Since opening our doors, we have taken great pride in helping generations of Massachusetts families and businesses. We’ve grown with the city and continue to support our clients with insights drawn from years of industry experience and community involvement. Reach out today to be a part of our tradition.
Your business is local, so are we.
Running a business can bring both pride and pressure. At Herlihy Insurance Group, we understand the landscape because we’re part of it. Whether you’re a shop on Main Street or a growing enterprise downtown, we offer guidance that helps you navigate your options. No business is too small or too large for our local touch.
The Independent Agency Advantage
Here’s what makes our insurance agency different.
A History of Dedication
Explore the defining moments that have shaped Herlihy Insurance Group into a respected presence in the insurance field. Our history reflects a steady commitment to progress, service, and community involvement.
1927: The James J. Herlihy Insurance Agency, AKA The Herlihy Insurance Group, was founded in 1927 by Jim Herlihy. After a year of sales with Aetna Life and Casualty, Jim opened his first agency and set up his office in the Slater Building in Worcester.
1959: Jim’s son, Jay Herlihy, joined the business in 1959 and expanded the agency business substantially.
1980: As the agency outgrew its downtown Worcester office space, in 1980 Jay purchased a new home for the agency at 65 Elm Street. This historic home served as an ideal location to expand the agency’s business operations and to welcome many additional staff members, including five of Jay’s children.
1995: In 1995, Jim Herlihy III was elected president of the agency and began his leadership role, which continues today. Jim relocated the agency to its current Worcester location at 51 Pullman Street. This new location provided more space and an improved working environment for our experienced and talented insurance professionals.
2000: In 2000, the Herlihy Insurance Group received the Five Star Award Distinction from the MA Independent Agents Association. In order to achieve this designation, the agency passed a rigorous three-day review by an independent group. The review judged the agency in five areas: Customer Focus, Management and Leadership, Human Resources, Process and Products, and Future Success. Every three years, the agency completes its “fitness review” to maintain this designation.
2025: Herlihy Insurance Group is very proud to be a successful Worcester area business providing insurance solutions to over 5500 clients. Our past success and our forward thinking allow our agency to maintain strong relationships with over 25 insurance companies that support us in our mission of “Three Generations of People Protecting People”.
Our Vision
At Herlihy Insurance Group, we cultivate a dynamic sales organization built on protecting people and consistently exceeding expectations. Our team is made up of knowledgeable, caring professionals who are committed to excellence, both personally and professionally.
Team Herlihy
At Herlihy Insurance Group, we take pride in giving back through Team Herlihy, our community service initiative launched in 2005. Each year, our team dedicates time and resources to local organizations that make a meaningful impact throughout Worcester County.
Insurance Designed for Your Needs
Herlihy Insurance Group is located in Worcester, MA, and licensed throughout Massachusetts.
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