About Us
Our Office History.
For over 60 years, we have provided risk management, and financial products and services to corporations, institutions and individuals throughout the world.
What Makes Us Different
We take a pro-active approach to the management and servicing of your account with:
- tailor-made programs shaped to your needs, not to the needs of a representative peer group
- pre-implementation services such as contract reviews, exposure analysis, and professional wrap-up feasibility studies
- the skill and knowledge to develop innovative new products to address wrap-up issues and exposures as they arise
- large investment in technology to allow rapid transfer of vital information to clients and wrap-up markets
- in-house wrap-up professionals acting as your committed advocates
We have vast resources that enable our team of professionals to deliver innovative solutions to our clients. By utilizing the experience and creativity of top-level insurance experts in conjunction with the firm’s worldwide resources, your Alera Group Las Vegas is able to provide sophisticated products and service unparalleled in the insurance industry.
Our Mission
Every client is important to us. Whether a single individual or multimillion dollar corporation, each is assured of receiving the most competent insurance analysis and placement available.
The insurance industry is continuously evolving. Our resource capabilities provide us with the tools necessary to keep our clients informed regarding regulatory issues and current events that can affect our clients’ bottom line. We utilize the most efficient technological methods available that align with the needs of our clients. Our professionals have real time access to the most current news and business intelligence available. These management tools allow us to maintain the highest level of client service.
Our vision is guided by a commitment to understanding, anticipating and meeting our clients diverse and changing needs.
We consider it both a privilege and a pleasure to represent our clients. Our goal is to maintain relationships that extend well beyond the realm of an insurance broker. Our unwavering dedication to integrity, professionalism and service ensures that Alera Group maintains its position as the pre-eminent insurance broker.
Meet Our Team
Becky Overmyer
Receptionist and Customer Service Representative
Becky Overmyer started with Loretz Insurance in 1984. She has been the receptionist and customer service representative. She assists the agents and insureds working to provide the best possible service.
James Porrello
Managing Partner
James Porrello serves as Senior Partner within the organization, providing risk management programs with exposure identification and analysis, guidance and support and ongoing monitoring and review. James earned his Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. James has been repeatedly recognized for top production and account retention throughout his career. He has worked closely with loss control consultants in helping policyholders reduce their insurance costs by improving their safety programs, managing their claims and reducing their loss exposures. His in-depth knowledge, experience, education and proven record of success make him very well qualified to thoroughly assess insurance needs, recommend improvements or coverage options, and negotiate a tailored insurance program.
Janice Portaro
Commercial Account Manager
Janice Portaro recently joined Alera Group as a commercial account representative for the commercial lines department. Janice has been working in the insurance industry since graduating from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a degree in Business and Management. She is responsible for the marketing and placement of commercial risks and the day to day servicing of accounts. As a native of Las Vegas, Janice has been active in many non profit groups, co-facilitation and encouragement for children, fund raising, and all organizations that her children have been involved with.
Dennis Prater
Account Executive
My role in Alera Group as an account executive is the best part of my job. Having the opportunity to talk to many clients with different operations helps me learn and allows me to perform more efficiently at my job.
I was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. I was in the construction industry for over 15 years helping Vegas grow. I have been in the insurance industry since 2014 and plan on growing in this field over the next several years.
EXPERT EDUCATION
Events and Webinars
Employee Benefits
When Captive Insurance Makes Sense
In this session, our experts will talk about how captives work, the advantages and disadvantages and what you need to know to determine whether they make sense for your organization.
November 21, 2024 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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Employee Benefits
Q4 Compliance Update
Alera Group's quarterly employee benefits compliance roundup will help you stay current on the latest national regulatory developments impacting employers.
December 3, 2024 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Insights
Employee Benefits
Webinar Preview: ‘When Captive Insurance Makes Sense’
As healthcare costs — including those for pharmacy — have continued to skyrocket, the urgency to control healthcare and pharmacy spend has elevated as well, and Captives have surged in popularity. Alera Group's webinar on Captive Insurance will help you determine whether forming or joining a Captive is right for you.
November 7, 2024
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Employee Benefits
Are You Prepared to Comply With the New Mental Health Parity Final Rule in 2025?
On September 9, 2024, the DOL, IRS and HHS released a final rule for the Requirements Related to the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA Final Rule). The MHPAEA Final Rule is similar to the proposed rule released on July 25, 2023, with some marked differences. While the MHPAEA Final Rule is effective as of November 22, 2024, the requirements become enforceable at different times. Most apply to plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2025, with other requirements becoming enforceable for plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2026.
October 25, 2024
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Legal Alert: IRS Adjusts Health Flexible Spending Account and Other Benefit Limits for 2025
On October 22, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Revenue Procedure 2024-40, which increases the health flexible spending account (FSA) salary reduction contribution limit to $3,300 for plan years beginning in 2025, an increase of $100 from 2024.
October 23, 2024
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