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Alliant Insurance Services Announces Leadership Appointments in Property & Casualty Operation

Bob Bennetsen and John Harney assume key roles in advancing Alliant P&C growth and recruitment initiatives

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alliant Insurance Services announces a series of strategic leadership appointments within its Property & Casualty (P&C) operation: Bob Bennetsen has been named Senior Managing Director, National Sales & Recruitment, and John Harney will serve as Head of Alliant Americas. Additionally, Michael Cusack was recently appointed as President, Alliant P&C.

Bennetsen will lead business development initiatives across Alliant P&C, enhancing data-driven capabilities for sustainable growth and ensuring nationwide alignment of specialized expertise and resources to maximize value to clients. He will also continue to spearhead recruitment efforts, focusing on attracting top-tier talent who embody Alliant’s entrepreneurial values. Bennetsen previously served as Head of Alliant Americas and as EVP, Managing Director, Employee Benefits, Northeast region.

Harney has extensive leadership experience and a strong track record of driving growth in the mid-market segment. Over the past nine years, he has led Alliant Americas in the Midwest, expanding client relationships and advancing regional performance. In his new role, Harney will oversee Alliant Americas nationwide, providing strategic direction and operational leadership.

“With this high-impact leadership team in place, Alliant P&C is well positioned for sustained success and continued industry-leading growth,” said Peter Arkley, President, National Retail Brokerage, Alliant. “Our P&C operations are strategically aligned to build on our strengths, accelerate our growth and consistently deliver outstanding, competitive value to our clients.”

About Alliant Insurance Services

Alliant Insurance Services marks a century of success as the nation’s leading specialty broker. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of risk solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. The business of managing risk is complex, and Alliant meets this complexity head-on with creativity and agility. Alliant has changed the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, giving them complete access to our resources and expertise—regardless of where the resource is located—to capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations and their people.

Alliant is recognized as a leading destination for top-tier brokerage talent in the U.S., attracting brokers and specialists across a diverse spectrum of disciplines who are eager to advance their careers. With the advantage of being majority employee-owned, professionals choose Alliant for autonomy, unparalleled resources, and a unique equity ownership opportunity. As a testament to our commitment to excellence, Alliant maintains an impressive producer retention rate and has earned Forbes’ prestigious title of one of America’s Best Large Employers.

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Contacts

ALLIANT P&C CONTACT
Megan Ford
Communications Director
Alliant P&C
(213) 406-8755
Megan.ford@alliant.com

Alliant Insurance Services

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Headquarters: Irvine, California
CEO: Greg Zimmer
Employees: 14,000+
Organization: PRI

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Alliant Insurance Services announces Bob Bennetsen and John Harney assume key roles in advancing Alliant P&C growth and recruitment initiatives.
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Contacts

ALLIANT P&C CONTACT
Megan Ford
Communications Director
Alliant P&C
(213) 406-8755
Megan.ford@alliant.com

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