Growing Companies

Universal North America is a multiregional insurance carrier based in Sarasota. The company supports operations for independent agents and policy holders in and out of Florida. From customer service to underwriting, Universal handles all aspects of property and casualty insurance operations. In 2011, the company added 20,000-square-feet of office space to accommodate growth. Due to grant money totaling $80,000 from the state of Florida to UNA in 2011, the company will create 70 jobs.