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Newfront Expands Growing Network of Producers With Addition of Industry Veteran Chris James

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Newfront , the tech-driven insurance brokerage firm based in San Francisco, today announced it has added Chris James to its growing team of producers.

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  • Newfront , the tech-driven insurance brokerage firm based in San Francisco, today announced it has added Chris James to its growing team of producers.
  • James brings 15 years’ experience in the industry providing consultation and risk solutions to businesses spanning privately-held middle market brands to Fortune 500 companies.
  • Specializing in real estate and manufacturing markets, James has a proven track record of identifying and creating uniquely holistic approaches for clients to create greater long-term stability and control in accomplishing their goals.
  • “Newfront introduces an innovative technology platform to the insurance brokerage space, and I am excited to join forces and provide a new level of sophistication to clients,” said James, who is based in Los Angeles.

Newfront Ranks No. 1 in Best Places To Work in Money Management by Pensions & Investments

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Monday, December 12, 2022

1 by Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management in the 20-49 employee category.

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  • 1 by Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management in the 20-49 employee category.
  • Newfront is redefining how the insurance industry evolves and modernizes by bringing together the best in technology and insurance.
  • To be eligible for Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management, companies have to meet a strict criteria as well as pass an employee survey regarding eight core focus areas.
  • Newfront is transforming the delivery of risk management, employee experience, insurance, and retirement solutions by building the modern insurance platform.

DeWayne Anderson Joins Newfront as DE&I Program Manager

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Newfront , the modern insurance brokerage platform, today announced DeWayne Anderson, M.Ed, as its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Program Manager.

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  • Newfront , the modern insurance brokerage platform, today announced DeWayne Anderson, M.Ed, as its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Program Manager.
  • Anderson is the company's first DE&I program manager, solidifying its ongoing commitment to creating and retaining an inclusive environment for all prospective and current employees.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221207005600/en/
    As DE&I Program Manager, Anderson will lead Newfronts diversity, equity and inclusion council and support the companys seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and related programming.
  • Before joining Newfront, Anderson served as an Assistant Director at the University of South Floridas Office of Multicultural Affairs.

IAB Unveils Reimagined Events Schedule for First Half of 2023

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), the digital media and marketing trade association, today announced its lineup of events for the first half of 2023. Known for gathering the entire advertising and marketing ecosystem together, IAB's 2023 events will help agencies, publishers, platforms, ad tech companies, and brands understand the evolving audience and market trends, and provide a game plan for the future of the industry. This year's event slate promises to bring the biggest names in media, marketing, policy, and culture to provide insights and thought leadership.

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  • Announces Details for Flagship Events IncludingIn-Person Annual Leadership Meeting (ALM), IAB Public Policy and Legal Summit, IAB NewFronts, and IAB Podcast Upfront
    NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), the digital media and marketing trade association, today announced its lineup of events for the first half of 2023.
  • It's an incredibly interesting time in our industry, and we are eager to continue our collective growth trajectory," said David Cohen, Chief Executive Officer, IAB.
  • IAB ALM 2023: IAB's Annual Leadership Meeting (ALM), occurring January 22-24, 2023 in Marco Island, Florida, will stimulate important discussions and address alignment, consensus, action, and follow-through from all stakeholders.
  • IAB NewFronts and IAB Podcast Upfront: IAB NewFronts is a one-stop-shop for media buyers eager to get a first look at the latest digital content, taking place from May 1-4, 2023 in New York.

Newfront Welcomes John Newell as Chief Commercial Officer

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

Newfront , the tech-driven insurance brokerage firm based in San Francisco, today announced the addition of industry veteran John Newell as Chief Commercial Officer.

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  • Newfront , the tech-driven insurance brokerage firm based in San Francisco, today announced the addition of industry veteran John Newell as Chief Commercial Officer.
  • Given this key milestone, Newfront hired John Newell to lead the insurance, benefits, and retirement services as it continues to transform the insurance brokerage industry.
  • Newell brings more than 20 years experience to Newfront as a leader focused on delivering excellent client experiences and building culture.
  • Prior to joining Newfront, Newell spent two decades at Marsh, where he began his career as a producer before moving up the ranks to a top leadership position.

Newfront Welcomes Tyler McAllister as Philadelphia Market Leader

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, has welcomed Tyler McAllister as Senior Vice President and Greater Philadelphia Market Leader to its rapidly-expanding East Coast team.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, has welcomed Tyler McAllister as Senior Vice President and Greater Philadelphia Market Leader to its rapidly-expanding East Coast team.
  • Newfront welcomes Tyler McAllister as Senior Vice President and Greater Philadelphia Market Leader.
  • "Tyler's exceptional focus and excellent reputation for helping clients protect their businesses in innovative ways is a perfect fit for Newfront," said Brian Hetherington, President at Newfront.
  • "I'm thrilled to bring the Newfront name to the Philadelphia area and further our expansion along the east coast," he said.

Similarweb and EDO Join Forces to Transform Privacy-first Outcome Measurement for Convergent TV

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Similarweb and EDOs syndicated solution empowers modern marketers with predictive insights into consumer interest and behavior, said Kevin Krim, President & CEO, EDO.

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  • Similarweb and EDOs syndicated solution empowers modern marketers with predictive insights into consumer interest and behavior, said Kevin Krim, President & CEO, EDO.
  • EDO is the only company to transform granular, aggregated search and site visitation data into predictive, actionable outcome measurement thanks to Similarweb's comprehensive web behavioral insights.
  • We are excited to work with EDO in a unique large-scale data-as-a-service integration, said Or Offer, CEO & Co-Founder of Similarweb.
  • Learn more here: https://www.similarweb.com/corp/about/
    EDO, Inc. is the TV outcomes company a leading platform measuring predictive behaviors driven by Convergent TV advertising.

Newfront Taps Greg Kaplan, CFA to Lead Award-Winning Retirement Team

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, announced that former Microsoft leader Greg Kaplan, CFA will serve as Senior Vice President over its award-winning Retirement Services team.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, announced that former Microsoft leader Greg Kaplan, CFA will serve as Senior Vice President over its award-winning Retirement Services team.
  • Newfront announced that former Microsoft leader Greg Kaplan, CFA will lead its award-winning Retirement Services team.
  • "Greg is known for blazing trails and disrupting the status quo," said Brian Hetherington, President at Newfront.
  • "His ability to design innovative and scalable solutions to deliver sustainable results will be an incredible asset to Newfront and our already-robust Retirement Services team."

Deborah Levy Joins Newfront Employee Benefits Team

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront , a tech-enabled, full-service brokerage, welcomes Deborah Levy as Vice President, Employee Benefits.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront , a tech-enabled, full-service brokerage, welcomes Deborah Levy as Vice President, Employee Benefits.
  • Newfrontwelcomes Deborah Levy as Vice President, Employee Benefits, who brings nearly 20 years of industry experience.
  • "We're thrilled to add Deborah to our elite and growing employee benefits team," said Newfront President Brian Hetherington.
  • "As we continue to expand our Employee Benefits practice, Deborah brings a deep understanding of the market in the Pacific Northwest," said Emily Sugars, Vice President of Sales.

Newfront Welcomes Chris Bowers to P&C Team

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, has welcomed Chris Bowers as Associate Vice President and P&C Producer.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, has welcomed Chris Bowers as Associate Vice President and P&C Producer.
  • Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, has welcomed Chris Bowers to its P&C team.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Chris to the rapidly growing Southwest Region team," said Linde Hotchkiss, Newfront Executive Vice President and Southwest Regional Managing Director.
  • With a philosophy of forming long-lasting relationships with clients, Chris brings in-depth insurance and risk management knowledge to Newfront.