Founded in 1966, Lockton is one of the world's largest, privately owned, independent insurance brokers. With more than 3,500 associates, it offers a range of services to individuals and small- and large-sized companies. The company maintains operations throughout the United States, Ireland and the United Kingdom, as well as Latin America, Asia and the Middle East. Lockton serves the aerospace, automotive, mining, marine, health care, transportation, energy, construction, real estate and financial sectors. It deals in a variety of insurance products, including accident, health, automobile, surety, contingency, and employee, executive and voluntary benefits. In addition, Lockton provides captive, compliance, global client, risk management and control, and mergers and acquisition services.