Alliant Insurance Services is expanding its benefits presence by adding Matt Richard (pictured above left) and Tricia Schmidt (pictured above right) to its employee benefits portfolio. Both appointments are part of Alliant’s strategy to enhance its leadership and regional expertise.

Richard joins Alliant as Vice President, with more than 20 years of experience in the health insurance industry. Based in Kentucky, Richard has a background in marketing and sales strategies, market analysis, and product development.

Richard’s previous roles include Senior Vice President at a national insurance brokerage and managing the national accounts team for a major insurance company in the Ohio and Kentucky markets. He holds a bachelor’s degree in management from Utica University and an MBA from Northern Kentucky University.

Richard’s knowledge of the Ohio and Kentucky markets will add significant depth to Alliant’s Midwest team, Alliant Chief People Officer Kevin Overby said.

“Alliant continues to focus on providing diverse clients throughout the Midwest with best-in-class leadership and resources that increase value and drive growth. Matt’s diverse background and strong regional experience will further expand our leadership as we expand Our mark.

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Schmidt has been named senior vice president within Alliant’s Employee Benefits Group, focusing on the Ohio market.

Schmidt has more than 25 years of experience in the insurance and employee benefits industry and specializes in plan optimization, cost containment strategies and employee engagement.

Prior to joining Alliant, Schmidt served as a national enterprise sales leader for a healthcare advocacy company and held a leadership role at an international insurance brokerage. She holds a bachelor’s degree in theater from Otterbein University and is an accomplished speaker on topics including private exchanges, international benefits, and health ROI.

“Tricia is an innovative, forward-thinking advisor who understands the unique regional dynamics driving the Midwest benefits landscape. Her diverse experience in leadership, business development and plan design will expand our reach and offerings within the region,” Overby said.

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