The Cross Family is the first family to receive AGC Maine’s highest honor, which has traditionally been presented to an individual.  Cross Insurance Agency President Royce Cross accepted the award during AGC Maine’s annual summer outing at Point Lookout in Northport, Maine Saturday, Aug. 10 on behalf of the entire Cross Insurance family, which includes 96-year-old patriarch and Founder Woodrow Cross, Executive Vice President Brent Cross, and Executive Vice President Jonathan Cross.

"I am truly honored to accept this prestigious award on behalf of my entire family," said Royce Cross.  "For nearly 60 years we have prided ourselves on not only fulfilling the needs of our customers but aiding Maine’s thriving construction sector as well."

Since 1975, the MAC Award has been given to Maine residents who have exceeded business excellence and outstanding performance expectations as an industry advocate focused on advancing the construction industry.  Previous winners have included Maine construction legends Bud Cianchette, Al Bancroft and Jim Martin.

"Maine’s economy is driven by family businesses.  Success earned by the hard work of the Cross Family is evident by their visible growth.  That success is truly built by determination of the entire Cross Insurance team," said AGC Maine CEO Matthew Marks.  "We applaud their continued achievements, and are proud to call them members."

AGC Maine’s annual summer outing, lasted from Aug. 9 – 11 at Point Lookout, was attended by contractors throughout Maine.

Founded in 1954, Cross Insurance has grown from a small, family-owned and operated insurance agency based in Bangor, Maine, into one of the largest insurance providers in New England with 500 employees in more than 30 offices, servicing 100,000 customers throughout the region.  Still family-owned and operated, Cross Insurance, a subsidiary of Cross Financial Corporation, provides an extensive range of customized and innovative insurance and financial products including personal and commercial insurance lines, employee benefits, surety bonds, comprehensive risk management advice and counsel, and specialized products focused on higher education and high net worth needs.  For more information about Cross Insurance, please visit www.crossagency.com.