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About Us: Our History

Celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, Atlas Insurance Agency, Inc. is the state's largest locally owned and managed independent insurance agency, serving the long-term financial needs of Hawaii's families and businesses. Its roots go back to 1929, when Honolulu businessman Masayuki Tokioka helped form a locally financed hui to serve Hawaii's growing immigrant population. Today, Atlas Insurance is backed by the financial strength of Island Holdings, Inc., a top 100 company in the 2003 Hawaii Business Magazine 'Top 250' list.

1132 Fort Street Mall "What has been consistent throughout our 75-year history has been our company's dedication to our founder's vision of service based on integrity and trust," says Atlas' president, Myles Murakami. "That is what has kept us in business, serving generation after generation." Beginning with property and casualty insurance, the company today offers a full range of insurance products to protect a customer's auto, home or business, as well as a wide array of financial services, including Long-Term Care, Disability Insurance and Temporary Disability Insurance.

On the leading edge of Hawaii's insurance agencies, Atlas is uniquely positioned to provide its customers with access to the most competitive products and services from over 40 local and national providers, including Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., the third-largest insurance broker in the United States. "We can offer customers the best of both worlds - local expertise in our experienced staff and global resources through our strategic alliances with industry giants," says Murakami.

Dedication to our clients is job #1 From cradle to grave, Atlas Insurance products and services cover the financial needs that span an individual's lifetime. Its comprehensive offerings make it a "one-stop shop" for personal and business insurance products and services and financial services. Additionally, the company has tailored exclusive programs for such groups as nursing homes and condominiums.

To serve the diverse needs of our island communities and neighborhoods, Atlas has a main office in Downtown Honolulu and offices in Wailuku, Maui, and Kona and Hilo on the island of Hawaii.

Giving back to Hawaii is an important mission for Atlas. It serves its communities as a generous donor to local charities and provides volunteers for numerous community events. For Atlas, "Hawaii is not just a place we do business, Hawaii is our Home."

"Today, our business has moved beyond just selling insurance products like a commodity. Customers are looking for professional advice," says Murakami. "Our principal focus is to find solutions that will meet or exceed our clients' expectations. We strive to build long-term relationships by earning our clients' trust, delivering competitively priced products and quality service," he adds. To ensure that its consulting services stay abreast of new and changing developments in the insurance and financial services marketplace, the company continually offers training and educational opportunities for its capable staff.

"We will continue to carry on the vision established by Masayuki Tokioka. We will continue to strive for excellence, always remembering to conduct business based on trust and integrity. This is what defines us as Hawaii's leading insurance agency," says Murakami.

Atlas Insurance 75th Anniversary