Benefit pros on the move: New hires inside EPIC, Alera Group, Willis Towers Watson and more

With the summer officially under way, the new hires and promotions inside major employee benefits, insurance and technology firms are heating up as well. Here we look at some of the key roles filled at advisories, benefits admin and consulting firms, and healthcare services providers.

Willis Towers Watson announced the appointment of Fred Abbott as market leader for Northern California. Abbott will be responsible for the brokerage?s business operations, client relationships and growth opportunities across the Northern California market. Abbott is a 30 year veteran of WTW and most recently the Northern California team of client relationship directors. Prior to this, he headed the company?s Health and Benefits practice.