Howden US appoints Aon’s Ben Hanback as EVP

Core Insights - Howden has appointed Ben Hanback as Executive Vice President (EVP) for Howden US, indicating a strategic move to enhance its leadership team and expand its operations in the US market [1][2] Group 1: Appointment Details - Ben Hanback will be based in Nashville, Tennessee, and will report to Mike Parrish, CEO of Howden US [2] - His role will focus on rapidly expanding Howden's US Health & Benefits team and supporting growth in Tennessee and the broader Mid-South region [2] Group 2: Experience and Background - Hanback brings nearly 35 years of industry experience, having previously worked at Aon for almost 10 years as Managing Director and Market Leader [3] - His prior roles include Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits at Regions Financial Corporation and leadership positions at Hanback, Colonial Life, and Unum [3] Group 3: Strategic Vision - CEO Mike Parrish emphasized that Hanback will help build a new business in the US, contributing to the company's mission of providing clients and carriers with greater choice and flexibility [4] - Hanback expressed enthusiasm for Howden's employee ownership and people-first culture, highlighting the company's ambition to create a brokerage with global capabilities and top-tier talent [5]