Hope Sutton

Cyber security problems will increase in 2017, warns Experian Data Breach Resolution, a branch of the credit reporting giant. In its 2017 Data Breach Industry Report, Experian noted it expects to see several new—and frightening—trends: “Aftershock” password breaches becoming more... Find out more »

DEERFIELD, IL (June 6, 2017) — Alera Group, the 14th largest independent insurance agency and the seventh largest independent employee benefits firm in the nation, has acquired AIC Denver, LLC, of Denver, Colorado. The acquisition became effective June 1, 2017. “We are excited to welcome the... Find out more »

Creating an environment of wellness for employees within the workplace is a key element of success and advancement in a business. Wellness is proactively taking steps to make healthy choices, both physically and mentally. Implementing a strategy of wellness has a positive effect both on the culture... Find out more »

Looking to give wellness a try in your office? Here are six ways employers can create a successful wellness culture in the workplace: Get the Boss on Board Company executives must be committed and show their full support of implementing a wellness program. This is vital to the success and... Find out more »

Having a wellness program is a great incentive for employees to strive to make better choices and live a healthier lifestyle. As top corporations create high-incentive wellness programs, you might think they require a major budget. Health and wellness within your company don’t have to break... Find out more »

Investing in the well-being of your company’s employees is proven to give your company a competitive advantage. However, lifestyle change can be difficult. It is important to take small, incremental steps to help others get on board with the idea of a healthier lifestyle. Here are five easy and... Find out more »

Alera Group has been featured in a number of publications across the country since its debut, including Employee Benefit Adviser, Insurance Journal, the Baltimore Sun and the Hartford Business Journal. This month, Leader’s Edge Magazine featured a six-page spread about Alera Group, focusing on... Find out more »

Deerfield, IL (April 19, 2017) — Alera Group, a national employee benefits, property/casualty, risk management and wealth management firm, recently appointed Paul Grady as a Principal to work with Alera Group firms C.M. Smith Agency in Hartford, CT, CBP in Fairfield, CT and Stamford, CT as well... Find out more »