A Michigan Brokerage Built on Relationships, Not Transactions

Since 1987, The Griswold Group has been helping employers, individuals, and families in Michigan make confident decisions about health insurance and employee benefits. We’re independent, locally owned, and we’ve been here long enough to know that coverage isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Our Mission Statement

Formulating unique strategies while maximizing benefit values for each client is our specialty. We understand that no two companies or individuals are alike. We value our customer relationships and stay true to delivering effective and friendly service. Our priority is to provide tools and expertise to our clients, while striving to create growth and opportunity for all.
Founded 1987

Boyd And Tish Started Something That Lasted

In April of 1987, after bringing his family back to his native West Michigan, Boyd Griswold and his wife Tish founded The Griswold Group Inc. Drawing on decades of corporate, military, and industry experience, they set out to do something straightforward: help other business owners use employee benefits to attract and keep good people.

For over 30 years, the team grew and evolved alongside the businesses and individuals they served. The healthcare landscape changed dramatically — regulations, carriers, plan structures — but the Griswolds’ commitment to their clients didn’t.

Second Generation

Sarah Joined In 2004. Took Ownership In 2016.

In the spring of 2004, Boyd’s daughter Sarah Hall joined the team. She brought a background in business and communications from Olivet College, and over two decades she’s built a practice centered on strategic planning, client education, and long-term relationships.

In April of 2016, Sarah purchased the remaining shares and became the sole owner. The company’s name stayed the same. So did the values it was built on.

Today, Sarah leads a team of five licensed brokers who collectively cover employer group benefits, individual health, and Medicare — with the same one-on-one approach that’s been the firm’s hallmark from the beginning.

Our History

39 Years In West Michigan

1987

Boyd and Tish Griswold found The Griswold Group Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI. Early focus on employer group benefits.

2004

Boyd’s daughter Sarah Hall joins the team, beginning what becomes a two-decade run as lead strategist and client educator.

2016

Sarah purchases the remaining shares and becomes sole owner. The Griswold Group becomes a women-owned and operated brokerage.

Ongoing

Team expands to include Medicare and individual health specialists, enrollment coordinators, and data analysts. Active in the Creston Business Association and SBN network.

Today

Five licensed brokers. Three specialty areas. Same Grand Rapids office. Same focus on people over policies.
Mission & Values

What We're Here to Do

People Over Policies

Every conversation starts with understanding your situation. We don’t lead with products — we lead with questions.

Independent Advice

We aren’t captive to a single carrier. We compare options across the market and tell you what fits, even if that means something we make less on.

Rooted in West Michigan

Grand Rapids is home. We’re involved in the local business community, and we’re here long-term — not a national chain with rotating staff.
Community Involvement

Part Of The Community We Serve

The Griswold Group is an active member of the Creston Business Association and the SBN (Sustainable Business Network) in West Michigan. We hold a BBB A+ accreditation and are proud to support and connect with other locally owned businesses in the region.

Sarah is a volunteer and mentor in the broader Grand Rapids business community, with a particular focus on creating growth opportunities for emerging professionals.