Meet Our Team
Heather Eshaghpour
Regional Vice President, Employee Benefits Practice Leader
Heather is the Regional Employee Benefits Practice Leader. In her role, Heather collaborates with firms across the region leading initiatives on our client experience, our people, growth, and operational efficiencies. Heather sits on our national employee benefits leadership team working with other practice leaders to drive innovation and growth within the employee benefits practice.
Heather has over 25 years of experience in employee benefits having worked previously for both small and national consulting firms in client-facing and leadership roles. Heather lives in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband, son, and two Labrador retrievers. She is an avid Nashville Predators Hockey fan.
Mike Inman
Vice President, Property and Casualty, South Central
Vice President, Property and Casualty, South Central
Nita Ponnaganti
Vice President of Operations, South Central Region
Vice President of Operations, South Central Region
Greg Donovan
Regional Finance Lead, South Central Region
Regional Finance Lead, South Central Region
EXPERT EDUCATION
Events and Webinars
Employee Benefits
Preparing for Open Enrollment: How to Engage and Educate Your Employees on Their Total Benefits Package
In this session, our experts will share guidance on setting yourself up for success during Open Enrollment.
August 21, 2025 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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Employee Benefits
Q3 2025 Quarterly Compliance Webinar
Alera Group's quarterly employee benefits compliance roundup will help you stay current on the latest national regulatory developments impacting employers.
September 9, 2025 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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Wealth Services
State of the Markets
Join us as we unveil the factors that drive the nation's financial pulse and how they may impact your personal finances.
October 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm CT | Virtual
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Insights
Property and Casualty
Alera Group’s 2025 Property and Casualty Market Update
Alera Group’s 2025 Property and Casualty Market Update, designed as a bridge between Alera Group’s annual Market Outlooks — provides insight into pricing, coverage availability, market capacity and underwriting trends for the balance of 2025.
August 1, 2025
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The Hidden Cost of Sitting on Cash
Holding cash might feel safe — but it could be quietly costing you. Learn how to find the right balance between flexibility and growth, so your money keeps working as hard as you do.
July 28, 2025
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Tuition, Travel, Retirement — Can You Plan for It All?
You’re juggling college savings, retirement planning, and living fully today. Here’s how a personalized plan can help you balance it all — without losing momentum or peace of mind.
July 28, 2025
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What Does Wealth Mean to Your Family?
Wealth is more than a number — it’s what you’re able to do with it. Discover how aligning your financial strategy with your family’s values can lead to greater clarity, connection, and purpose.
July 28, 2025
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