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Newfront names first independent director

Newfront, a tech-enabled, full-service insurance brokerage, has announced the appointment of Courtney Leimkuhler (pictured above) to its board of directors. Leimkuhler has 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, on both the capital formation and risk management sides of the business. She has served as an advisor to Newfront since February 2021, and, with this appointment,…

Newfront strengthens employee benefits team

“Tim brings additional background as a small business owner, and therefore has a deep understanding of the challenges that arise in the benefits space around retaining and attracting great talent,” said Brian Hetherington, president of Newfront. “His passion for discovering innovative solutions for businesses of all sizes and industries will help enhance our world-class employee benefits team…

Industry stalwart joins Newfront

Tech-enabled insurance brokerage Newfront has announced the appointment of Jeff Simpson (pictured above) as senior vice president and property-casualty producer. Simpson has more than 20 years of experience in risk management. “We’re thrilled to have Jeff on the team, which is growing at an incredible pace,” said Brian Hetherington, president of Newfront. “Jeff has a proven ability to discover…

Newfront bolsters retirement services team

Tech-enabled brokerage Newfront has announced the appointment of Rich Schainker (pictured above) to its retirement services team. Schainker has more than 30 years of industry experience. “Rich is well-known in the industry as a true expert in our field,” said Chris Call, president of retirement services at Newfront. “I’m thrilled to welcome him to our talented group and continue establishing a…

Newfront strengthens employee benefits practice

Tech-driven insurance brokerage Newfront has announced the appointment of Nicole Jimenez (pictured above) as employee benefits producer and principal. Jimenez joins Newfront from Gallagher and has more than a decade of insurance industry experience. She specializes in agricultural and credit union companies, and she will be based in Fresno, Calif., serving clients across the country. “We are…

Newfront bolsters employee benefits practice

San Francisco-based brokerage Newfront has announced the appointment of Justin Leech as principal and employee benefits producer. Leech (pictured above) joins the company from Arthur J. Gallagher. “Justin brings a tremendous degree of expertise, honed leadership, and a successful background in building effective risk management for clients,” said Brian Hetherington, president of Newfront. “Justin…