About Us
Since 1999, SIG, an employee benefits firm, has been dedicated to partnering with our clients and providing exceptional customer service. The inspirational basis for our operating business principles is: “If you take care of Baltimore, Baltimore will take care of you.” This philosophy has instilled itself in our culture and practice of all employees. SIG has years of industry experience, which has given us an edge over the competition in the vast wealth of knowledge and resources we have gathered. Our employees are passionate about helping and forming long-lasting relationships with others, and when you partner with us, we become a true extension of your company.
In 2017, SIG and 23 other like-minded, entrepreneurial firms came together to form Alera Group. Since then, Alera Group has grown to become the 11th largest independent insurance and financial services firm in the nation with over 4,000 employees, 180 firms, and thousands of clients across the country.
In 2023, we officially began embracing the Alera Group brand. What remains consistent is holding our clients at the core of our business; we focus on bringing personalized solutions, expanding our capabilities, and deepening our resources nationally.
Mission
We go the extra mile to help navigate the healthcare system and marketplace for our clients in order to advise them on the creation of comprehensive benefits plans that align with their core values to maximize their investment while controlling their costs. Our team-oriented approach allows us to become an extension of our clients’ HR departments. Through our vast knowledge and resource base, we keep our clients educated and well informed with the ever-changing healthcare regulations and marketplace.
Core Values
In order to create the organizational culture we desire, we embrace and embody the following core values:
- Partnership
- Integrity
- Creativity
- Flexibility
- Passion
- Collaboration
- Excellence
Meet Our Team
People you can count on. People you can trust.
John Tunney
VP, HR & Benefits Technology Consulting
John has over 25 years of CFO experience building emerging growth and middle market companies in both the public market and the private sector as well as for profit and not for profit. John and his team provide HR & Benefits Technology consulting to companies in the mid-Atlantic region. Using his past experience in the area of HR administration and information technology, he will support the review and recommendations of preferred vendors and solutions for HR compliance, payroll and benefits admin from a CFO perspective.
John’s experience extends to manufacturing, distribution, online marketing and software development companies. John has also overseen year-end audits of defined contribution plans, pension plans, financial statements and tax returns (including state and federal).
He holds a B.A. from Washington & Lee University, an MBA from Loyola University of Maryland and is a CPA with high distinction.
Tania Twilley
Group Benefits Account Executive
Tania joined the firm in 2015 and is an Account Executive. She brings 15 years of experience in employee benefits client service roles and currently resides on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. In her role, she serves as a trusted resource for HR and benefit professionals, providing personalized day-to-day support, renewal management and client education. Tania holds a master’s degree in business administration as well as a Life and Health license.
Lindsay Walker
Vice President
Lindsay joined the firm as an intern in 1999 and currently serves her clients as a Vice President. Lindsay has extensive training in the areas of fully insured medical plans, captives, Group Life, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Vision and Dental plans across all industries. Lindsay has significant experience with the marketing, sale and implementation of group benefit plans.
Lindsay volunteers her time as a junior board member for Living Classrooms and has been a mentor for the Crossroads School. She was also a Living Classrooms Rising Star in 2016.
Lindsay is originally from Baltimore and attended Roland Park Country School. She graduated from Towson University with her Bachelor of Arts in History. Lindsay also holds her Life & Health License.
Janet Weitkamp
Vice President
Janet joined the firm in 2000 and is a Vice President. Janet provides strategic account development and support for group clients of all sizes. She ensures retention of clients by establishing strong relationships and managing daily communications while managing internal and external resources to assist with her clients needs. Janet prepares detailed plan design analysis of various benefits to aid clients in making informed decisions regarding their benefit package. She facilitates and conducts open enrollment meetings through the development of employee communication materials and carrier coordination. Janet has been in the industry since 1988 and holds Life and Health Licenses in both Maryland and Pennsylvania. Janet is a current member of the National Association of Health Underwriters and the Baltimore Association of Health Underwriters.
Community Service
Paying it Forward is a core component at our firm. Our culture thrives on community involvement where we proudly support our clients, employees and the communities in which we live and work.
We empower our employees to “pay it forward” by fostering a sense of purpose and providing opportunities for impact in our community. One way we do this is by supporting causes and initiatives proposed by our team and providing opportunities to serve the
We empower our employees to “pay it forward” by fostering a sense of purpose and providing opportunities for impact in our community. One way we do this is by supporting causes and initiatives proposed by our team and providing opportunities to serve the wider world. We believe having a culture that encourages serving and giving is a significant contributor to life and career fulfillment, which enhances our overall wellbeing. With the help from our Culture Committee, we have the opportunity to serve our community together with multiple planned events each year.
We strive to creating lasting relationships with our clients. We are proud to support our clients and friends of the firm in their mission and their organizations that help create meaningful, lasting change in our community. Interested in us serving your
We strive to creating lasting relationships with our clients. We are proud to support our clients and friends of the firm in their mission and their organizations that help create meaningful, lasting change in our community.
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EXPERT EDUCATION
Events and Webinars
Employee Benefits
Navigating Medicare: Educational Webinar
The knowledgeable team at Alera Group is here to help you navigate your Medicare options to ensure you feel confident in your post-65 healthcare coverage.
November 12, 2025 at 12:00 pm CT | Virtual
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Insights
Employee Benefits
Legal Alert: Agencies Clarify How Certain Fertility Benefits May be Treated as Excepted Benefits
This alert is of interest to all employers that offer fertility benefits or may be interested in offering fertility benefits in the future.
November 4, 2025
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Employee Benefits
Legal Alert: IRS Adjusts Health Flexible Spending Account and Other Benefit Limits for 2026
This alert is of interest to all employers that sponsor health FSAs and qualified transit plans, among others.
October 10, 2025
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2025 Leave Report: Insights to Guide 2026 Leave Planning
Explore Alera Group’s 2025 Leave Report. Benchmark PTO, parental leave, and holiday policies to strengthen employee retention and recruitment as you plan for 2026 and beyond.
October 1, 2025
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Legal Alert: IRS Issues Affordability Percentage Adjustment for 2026
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released Rev. Proc. 2025-25, which contains the inflation adjusted amounts for 2026 used to determine whether employer-sponsored coverage is “affordable” for purposes of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) employer shared responsibility provisions and premium tax credit program.
July 23, 2025
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