Tech-driven insurance brokerage Newfront has hired Matt Yoder from Marsh as its new Midwest Executive Risk Solutions Leader.
Yoder holds more than two decades of experience in insurance, both as an underwriter and a broker.
At Marsh, Yoder was a Managing Director, operating as a growth and team leader in the Central Zone, focusing on the retail and agriculture industries.
He has also served in a variety of leadership roles at Aon and on the underwriting team at Chubb.
Commenting on his new role, Yoder said, “Newfront’s talented Executive Risk Solutions team has served thousands of public and private clients at companies of all stages and I’m thrilled to add to the group’s expertise.
“Combining a consultative approach, extensive carrier relationships, and revolutionary technology, the ERS team offers an unmatched experience in risk protection for business owners across all sectors.”
Deirdre Finn, Practice Leader of the Executive Risk Solutions (ERS) team at Newfront, “Matt is an accomplished leader with a stellar reputation in developing comprehensive programs and solutions for clients in the management-liability space.
“His guidance in overseeing our Midwest growth will greatly benefit from his rich background on the carrier and brokerage side of the business across multiple sectors.”
In related news, Newfront recently announced the appointment of Jennifer Wilson as the new Head of Cyber.
In her new Boston-based role, Wilson will lead cyber coverage negotiation and claims advocacy at Newfront and will report to Deirdre Finn.
