Don Balla is a Senior Vice President and Partner of Alera Group Pittsburgh and has more than 27 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry. Don has oversight of Sales & Marketing for the Western Pennsylvania marketplace.  Prior to selling his agency to Alera Group in 2017, He most recently served as Managing Principal of the Employee Benefits Division of Simpson & McCrady, LLC.  Under his leadership, Simpson & McCrady grew into a multi-line insurance advisory firm providing benefits, property and casualty, and risk management services.

Balla earned his Bachelor of Administration degree in Business Administration and Economics from Grove City College.  Balla is currently serving on industry advisory boards for insurance companies.  Additionally, he serves/advises many charitable organizations.