BCG Named Among "Best Places To Work"
Phoenix, the 5th largest city in the U.S., now has its list of Best Places to Work.
December 12, 2024
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Pioneering Retirement Solutions for Head Start Programs and Nonprofits
At Benefit Commerce Group, an Alera Group company, we are excited to announce a major milestone in our mission to provide tailored retirement solutions to non-profit organizations: the launch of the Head Start Retirement Program Pooled Employer Plan (PEP).
November 14, 2024
Read moreBenefit Commerce Group Launches Re-Designed Website for Enhanced Client Experience
New site offers streamlined access to employee benefits, property & casualty insurance, and retirement plan services information
October 29, 2024
Read more11th Annual Arizona Employee Benefits Benchmarking & HR Symposium
Scottsdale, AZ, June 6, 2024 – The 11th Annual AZ Employee Benefits Benchmarking, Healthcare & HR Symposium held today at the Arizona Biltmore provided a wealth of information for employers on trends and strategies for improving the quality and controlling costs of employee benefits.
June 6, 2024
Read moreBenefit Commerce Group & 13 Clients Receive Healthiest Employers Awards; BCG Again Ranked #1 in Its Category
Scottsdale, AZ, April 18, 2024 – Benefit Commerce Group (BCG), an Alera Group company, announced that 10 of its clients and BCG itself received Top 10 honors in the Phoenix Business Journal’s 2024 Healthiest Employers program. A total of 13 clients of BCG received awards.
April 18, 2024
Read moreBCG Ranks 7th in ‘Best Places to Work’
BCG Ranks 7th in ‘Best Places to Work’ for the 7th year.
December 14, 2023
Read moreFraser Group Joins Alera Group, as Part of BCG Retirement Plan Services Division
Scottsdale, AZ, December 12, 2023 – Benefit Commerce Group (BCG), an Alera Group company, is pleased to announce that Fraser Group, a retirement plan services firm based in Scottsdale, has joined Alera Group. BCG provides diversified services across employee benefits, commercial property and casualty insurance, and retirement plan services.
December 12, 2023
Read moreBCG’s Austin Schwartz Attains APRI Designation
Scottsdale, AZ, October 3, 2023 – Benefit Commerce Group, an Alera Group company, (BCG) is proud to announce that Austin Schwartz has recently obtained the prestigious APRI (Accredited Professional in Risk & Insurance) designation. Austin is Vice President, Risk Management, of BCG’s Property and Casualty Division.
October 3, 2023
Read moreBCG Holds First Flagstaff AZ Employee Benefits Benchmarking Results Event
Flagstaff, AZ, July 28, 2023 – The results of the 10th annual Arizona Employee Benefits Benchmarking Survey of mid-size employers (10-5,000 employees) were presented today at the Doubletree. This is the first benchmarking results event held in Flagstaff by Benefit Commerce Group, an Alera Group company, with 40+ attendees. Highlights include:
July 28, 2023
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Alera Group Names Kyle Samuel as Chief Operating Officer
Deerfield, IL (January 6, 2024) — Alera Group, a top independent national insurance and financial services firm, announced today the appointment of Kyle Samuel as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Samuel’s promotion reflects Alera Group’s continued focus on operational excellence and delivering value through seamless client experiences.
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Alera Group Appoints Gary Piantedosi as President
Deerfield, IL (January 6, 2024) — Alera Group, a top independent national insurance and financial services firm, announced today the appointment of Gary Piantedosi as president. Piantedosi steps into this role after serving as Alera Group’s managing director for the Northeast region since 2022, a period in which his leadership drove significant revenue growth and operational success.
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Alera Group Expands Property and Casualty Solutions with Goodwin Insurance
Deerfield, IL (December 23, 2024) — Alera Group, a top national insurance and financial services firm, today announced the acquisition of Goodwin Insurance, a southern California property and casualty insurance group. Goodwin will affiliate with Barkley Risk Management, An Alera Group Company.
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