About Us
Since 1987 you may have known us as AIA, or American Insurance Administrators, or as one of our three core divisions: AIA Property & Casualty (P&C), Benefits Resource Group (BRG), or as Benefits Broker Solutions (BBS). You may have heard something about us becoming part of Alera Group in 2017. But we are all one company, and now we are aligning our name, our brand, our new look, and our new website to reflect that strong one-company story.
Work With Us
We are passionate about collaboration and growth. Enjoy working in a highly collaborative culture? Looking for an exciting environment that is constantly growing and improving? If you care about providing outstanding client service while serving local communities, then we may be looking for you.
Meet Our Team
Debra Somma, CISR
Account Manager, Large Commercial Accounts
Debbie joined the team in November 2021 as a Large Commercial Lines Account Executive and brought with her 34 years of insurance experience. She has been licensed insurance agent since 1993 and received her CISR designation in 1995. Her responsibilities include marketing new and renewal business, handling insured’s policy changes, assisting with audits, compiling client information for their renewal reviews to the agent, and servicing the day-to day client needs. She enjoys speaking to her insured’s so she can become more acclimated with their business, and be more familiar with their daily operations, as she believes this builds a stronger client / agent relationship.
In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends and kayaking whenever she has the chance.
Rob Striewig
Senior Vice President, Property & Casualty
Rob is a Senior Vice President of the Property & Casualty division. He specializes in managing and negotiating the domestic and international contract/commercial surety programs between clients and surety companies throughout the United States. Rob is known as a trusted, professional, and confidential business partner. He is able to provide ongoing strategic advice, working closely with clients and their other advisors.
Rob served as President of the Striewig Bonding Agency for over 30 years prior to joining Alera Group in 2017. He currently serves as a director on several boards within the industry and also has been involved on several national advisory boards. Rob is a past president of the MBX (Mid-Atlantic Builder’s Exchange) and is currently chairman of the Central PA chapter of CFMA’s (Construction Financial Management Associate) annual scholarship event.
Bill Straw
Senior Vice President, Employee Benefits
Bill Straw is a Senior Vice President, serving as an executive consultant on large employer clients and participates with the new business development team bringing our unique GameChanger portfolio to self-funded employers. Bill combines his long-standing business experience with a passion for people.
Previously, Bill spent 23 years with Highmark in various actuarial and underwriting roles with a unique focus on client consulting and providing client facing support to the sales team.
As a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in actuarial science, Bill also holds his Fellowship in the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designation, along with a state of Pennsylvania producer license for accident and health, a member of the American Academy of Actuaries, and Health Rosetta Associate Advisor Certification.
Besides enjoying his career, Bill lives in Bethel, PA with his wife and two sons and has served as Chairman of the Bethel Township Planning Commission since 2013.
Ethan Troutman
Producer, Employee Benefits
Ethan Troutman is a relationship-focused Employee Benefits Producer at Alera Group with a unique background in mental health and employee assistance programs (EAP). His experience supporting both public and private sector clients across Pennsylvania has given him a well-rounded perspective on what employees truly need—and how employers can meet those needs with smart, sustainable benefits strategies.
Before joining Alera Group, Ethan spent the better part of a decade in the EAP space, managing high-profile accounts and partnering with more than 50 counties, as well as numerous private organizations. Known for his consultative approach, deep integrity, and calm, clear communication style, he’s built a strong reputation as someone who listens first, solves thoughtfully, and genuinely cares.
Ethan holds a Resident Producer License in Accident and Health, Life, and Fixed Annuities. He studied at Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) and serves on the leadership board at his local church. Faith is central to his life, and he finds his greatest purpose in being a husband to his wife, Aspen, and a father to their two young children. Whether supporting clients or serving his community, Ethan approaches each opportunity with purpose, compassion, and a people-first mindset.
EXPERT EDUCATION
Events and Webinars
Employee Benefits
The Funding Edge: Why Fully Insured Limits Control — and What Modern Funding Unlocks
A funding decision framework leaders can use to evaluate options and align on next steps.
March 17, 2026 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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Employee Benefits
Network Performance Strategy: Why Any Provider Costs More — and How to Steer to Value Without Disruption
A steering strategy that improves outcomes and total cost of care.
April 21, 2026 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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Employee Benefits
The Compliance Pathway Q2
Alera Group's quarterly employee benefits compliance roundup will help you stay current on the latest national regulatory developments impacting employers.
May 14, 2026 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Insights
Property and Casualty
Identity hijacking is surging. Here’s what leaders need to know.
Cyber incidents across our client base have been sharper, faster and more costly this year. Even organizations with strong controls are being hit in ways that look very different from past attacks.
March 13, 2026
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Employee Benefits
Legal Alert: RxDC Reporting Due June 1st
Reminder: RxDC Reporting Due June 1st
February 26, 2026
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Property and Casualty
AI-Powered Cyber Attacks, Why Yesterday’s Defenses Aren’t Enough.
The widespread availability of AI technology, combined with the ease of manipulating video calls, makes phone and Zoom calls susceptible to exploitation by threat actors.
February 2, 2026
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IRS Releases Guidance Related to Recent HSA Changes
The IRS recently released Notice 2026-5, which provides guidance and answers to common questions related to the expanded availability of health savings accounts (“HSA”) under the Reconciliation Act (previously named the One Big Beautiful Bill Act) passed into law earlier this year.
December 30, 2025
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