The Barge Group was founded in 2008 by Rich Barge as East Coast Insurance Services. With a mission to serve the community and create a legacy for his two sons, Joe and Jake, Rich applied his years of experience in the insurance industry to build a business dedicated to helping others. As a proud veteran of the 82nd Airborne, Rich chose to headquarter the agency in Fayetteville, NC, where he could focus on supporting his community, service members, veterans, and their families.

In 2013, after exiting the military Joe purchased the company, and in 2016, Joe and Jake formed a partnership, helping drive the agency’s growth and impact. Their combined vision for deeper community involvement led to the expansion of services, and in 2023, they began the journey to transform the business. After over a year of research and planning, the company was rebranded as The Barge Group on September 23, 2024.

Headquartered in Fayetteville and proudly serving all of North Carolina, The Barge Group now offers access to comprehensive insurance and real estate services. With a special focus on service members, veterans, and their families, we aim to make transitions—especially to Fort Bragg—smoother and more efficient.

Our core values of professionalism, accountability, and white-glove service drive us to be problem solvers for our clients, ensuring their unique needs are met with care and expertise.