Willis Towers Watson, a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company, today announced that Risk & Insurance magazine, a prominent U.S. publication covering developments in risk management and commercial insurance, has named eight of the company's risk management leaders to its 2017 Power Broker roster.Risk & Insurance issues the list annually, recognizing individuals in the insurance and risk profession who deliver outstanding risk management services, advice and solutions. The 2017 Power Brokers are chosen for their creativity, customer service and industry knowledge in finding client solutions. Willis Towers Watson's awardees are represented in six categories: at-large, financial services, nonprofit, real estate, utilities and workers compensation.
The following Willis Towers Watson individuals have been named 2017 Power Brokers.
| Name | Category | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph Peiser | At-large | New York, NY |
| Alicia Speight | At-large | Miami, FL |
| Alex Muralles | Financial services | Chicago, IL |
| Chris Schwyter | Nonprofit | Radnor, PA |
| Fred Zutel | Real estate | Miami, FL |
| Michael Perron | Utilities | New York, NY |
| Christopher Bailey | Workers compensation | Greenville, SC |
| Joe Picone | Workers compensation | Glen Allen, VA |
"We're really excited to see so many of our talented risk management colleagues recognized for their outstanding work around client services and leadership," said Joe Gunn, head of North America, Willis Towers Watson. "These individuals have delivered innovative and lasting solutions that turn risk into a path for growth, and this prestigious award is a testament to that."