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Alera Group Names Brad Mandacina as Senior Vice President, National Specialty Practices Leader

Brad Mandacina has joined the organization as Senior Vice President, National Specialty Practices Leader.

February 13, 2025

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Alera Group Bolsters Property and Casualty Business with Kaplansky Insurance Agency

Deerfield, IL (February 11, 2025) — Alera Group, a top national insurance and financial services firm, today announced that property and casualty insurance firm Kaplansky Insurance Agency joined Alera Group effective January 1, 2025.

February 11, 2025

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Alera Group Makes Key Leadership Appointments Across Regional and Property & Casualty Teams

Deerfield, IL (January 23, 2025) — Alera Group, a top independent national insurance and financial services firm, today announced three strategic leadership moves to drive growth, enhance service delivery and expand capabilities for businesses of all sizes. The appointments will contribute to the continued performance of our Northeast region and enhancements to our Property and Casualty (P&C) practice.

January 23, 2025

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Alera Group Appoints Holly Knight to Director of Retirement Advisor Services

Promoting innovation, integration and growth in retirement plan services

January 17, 2025

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Employers Face Rising Healthcare Costs, Mental Health Demands, and a Multi-Generational Workforce in 2025

Alera Group’s 2025 Employee Benefits Market Outlook insights on adapting to benefits change

January 16, 2025

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Alera Group Names Kyle Samuel as Chief Operating Officer

Deerfield, IL (January 6, 2024) — Alera Group, a top independent national insurance and financial services firm, announced today the appointment of Kyle Samuel as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Samuel’s promotion reflects Alera Group’s continued focus on operational excellence and delivering value through seamless client experiences.

January 6, 2025

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Alera Group Appoints Gary Piantedosi as President

Deerfield, IL (January 6, 2024) — Alera Group, a top independent national insurance and financial services firm, announced today the appointment of Gary Piantedosi as president. Piantedosi steps into this role after serving as Alera Group’s managing director for the Northeast region since 2022, a period in which his leadership drove significant revenue growth and operational success.

January 6, 2025

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Alera Group Expands Property and Casualty Solutions with Goodwin Insurance

Deerfield, IL (December 23, 2024) — Alera Group, a top national insurance and financial services firm, today announced the acquisition of Goodwin Insurance, a southern California property and casualty insurance group. Goodwin will affiliate with Barkley Risk Management, An Alera Group Company.

December 20, 2024

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P&C Insurance Outlook: Rate Moderation Mixed With Emerging Risks

Fifth annual study from Alera Group forecasts 2025 trends in the property and casualty insurance market

December 12, 2024

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