The agency was founded in 1987 by the late Stephen Smithwick and his business partner, the late Howard Clarke. Originally founded to service the marine industry (marinas, yacht clubs, boat builders, fishing vessels, tug operations and yachts) the agency has evolved and grown to widen its capabilities to handle the insurance needs of business owners of most every industry and the personal insurance needs of communities throughout Maine and beyond. Staffed by a crew of more than 20 insurance and support professionals, the agency serves thousands of individuals and business in Maine and throughout the United States.

Local Knowledge ~ Experience Worldwide

Effective September of 2022, Smithwick & Mariners Insurance has joined the Brown & Brown Insurance family of companies and will now serve you as Smithwick & Mariners Insurance, a Division of Brown & Brown. Joining Brown & Brown will allow us to continue delivering comprehensive solutions that work best for you, while gaining the support and resources of a trusted and influential leader in the insurance industry.

Satellite offices are located in Kennebunk, Maine and New Bedford, Massachusetts.