Willis Towers Watson is a global advisory, broking, and solutions firm based in London, United Kingdom, with a history dating back to 1828. The company specializes in helping organizations manage risk and leverage it as an opportunity for growth. It offers a wide range of services, including solutions for mergers and acquisitions, cyber risk management, reinsurance, investments, and retirement planning. Additionally, Willis Towers Watson assists in optimizing benefits and developing compensation strategies. Its clientele spans various sectors, including aerospace, construction, financial services, healthcare, real estate, and technology, reflecting its comprehensive approach to addressing the diverse needs of institutions and individuals.
Managing Director and Leader, Americas Life Practice
15 past transactions
Butterwire
Acquisition in 2022
Butterwire Limited is a software company based in London that specializes in providing an AI-driven platform for equity investors. Founded in 2017, the application was launched in June 2018 and is designed to assist active investors in generating higher returns through efficient stock selection and risk management. The platform features a comprehensive stock discovery engine that covers over 4,500 stocks across 45 countries, including emerging markets. It offers a range of services, including stock recommendations, portfolio alerts, and market insights, enabling users to build and manage their portfolios effectively while minimizing risk and trading frequency.
Aerosure
Acquisition in 2021
Aerosure is a specialist in the aviation industry that offers a range of insurance brokerage services primarily for clients in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Island region. The company serves various aviation-focused clients, including airlines, airports, and air traffic control, with a commitment to supporting their long-term interests. Aerosure provides comprehensive services such as insurance broking, risk consulting, risk identification, and management, as well as contracts and leasing advisory. Additionally, the firm assists clients with claims management and mergers and acquisitions consulting, helping aviation businesses safeguard against financial losses.
Leaderim
Acquisition in 2021
Leaderim is an established insurance brokerage firm in Israel, specializing in commercial insurance portfolios and independent consultancy services. With over two decades of experience, the company focuses on creating tailored insurance solutions to meet the unique needs of its clients. It serves a diverse range of sectors, including industry, commerce, capital markets, hi-tech, biotech, aviation, infrastructure, and energy. The firm employs a team of seasoned account executives dedicated to delivering exceptional service, particularly in managing large and complex insurance claims. Leaderim's approach emphasizes risk identification and classification, as well as the development of long-term corporate risk management and insurance programs, ensuring comprehensive support for Israeli corporations operating both locally and internationally.
Jobable
Acquisition in 2021
Jobable is a data-driven platform focused on connecting individuals with job opportunities in the Hong Kong market. Founded in April 2014 by Richard Hanson and Luke Byrne, the company offers cloud-based software that enhances the recruitment process for businesses. By utilizing algorithms, Jobable helps employers streamline their job application flow, allowing them to efficiently identify and prioritize the best candidates for open positions. This approach not only facilitates the job search for candidates but also assists businesses in optimizing their hiring strategies.
TRANZACT
Acquisition in 2019
TRANZACT is a company dedicated to generating high-volume sales for prominent consumer insurance brands in the United States, focusing on health, life, and property insurance. It offers a comprehensive suite of sales and marketing services tailored for the insurance sector, providing a direct-to-consumer sales capability that integrates digital, data, and direct marketing strategies. By leveraging its licensed sales execution capabilities, TRANZACT effectively helps insurance carriers acquire and manage large volumes of new policyholders. The company also includes subsidiaries that offer software development and licensed insurance services, further enhancing its ability to support client business performance in a competitive market.
Integra Capital
Acquisition in 2019
Integra Capital Limited is a privately owned investment management firm based in Oakville, Ontario, founded in 2002. The company offers a range of asset management services to both individual and institutional investors, including pension funds, trusts, foundations, and endowments. Integra Capital manages client-focused portfolios across equity, fixed income, and balanced strategies, and also launches and oversees mutual funds and hedge funds. Its investment approach encompasses public equity and fixed income markets globally, focusing on value and growth stocks of various market capitalizations, as well as diversified portfolios of corporate and high-yield bonds with varying durations. The firm benchmarks its performance against established indices, ensuring disciplined risk management and diversification for its clients.
Dero Courtage
Acquisition in 2018
Dero Courtage is a risk adviser and insurance broker based in Normandy, France. The firm specializes in corporate risk management and executive protection services, actively engaging in contract management and fostering relationships with its clients. Dero Courtage's leadership embodies the company's vision and ensures the effective implementation of its methodologies, emphasizing a commitment to client service and risk mitigation.
Almondz Insurance Brokers
Funding Round in 2017
Almondz Insurance Brokers is a composite insurance broker.
Russell Investments’ Australian actuarial practice.
Acquisition in 2017
Russell Investments’ Australian actuarial practice provides actuarial services.
OAAGC
Acquisition in 2017
OAAGC is an aviation insurance company that offers turnkey solutions to aircraft operators, manufacturers, financiers, assistants, and managers. The company specializes in risk analysis, disaster management, and legal services. The proprietary online declaration automatic management engine ensures a more transparent insurance claims process.
Brovada Technologies
Acquisition in 2015
Brovada Technologies is a software provider based in Rothesay, Canada, that focuses on integrating business processes within the insurance sector. Founded in 2003, the company operates an online platform that facilitates communication between insurers, managing general agents, wholesalers, and brokers. This platform allows for the unification of upload, download, and backend systems while integrating third-party services. Brovada offers various services, including broker management system integrations, system conversions, portfolio transfers, and real-time broker portals for inquiries and policy changes. The company is recognized for its expertise in streamlining data transitions between systems, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency and providing a cost-effective solution for insurers. As of October 2015, Brovada Technologies operates as a subsidiary of Towers Watson & Co.
Towers Watson
Acquisition in 2015
Towers Watson was a prominent global professional services company that specialized in enhancing organizational performance through effective management of people, risk, and financial resources. Established in 2010 through the merger of Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt, the company provided a range of consulting, technology, and services focused on benefits, talent management, rewards, and risk and capital management. Towers Watson expanded its capabilities through periodic small acquisitions. On January 4, 2016, the company was acquired by Willis Towers Watson, further integrating its services and expertise into a larger organizational framework.
Acclaris
Acquisition in 2015
Acclaris Holdings, Inc. is a Tampa, Florida-based company that specializes in providing software and services for managing healthcare programs. Established in 2001, Acclaris offers financial technology solutions that focus on administering flexible spending accounts (FSA), health reimbursement arrangements (HRA), and health savings accounts (HSA). The company’s integrated platform supports health plan providers, financial institutions, and human resources administrators by delivering consumer-driven healthcare products and services. Acclaris aims to enhance operational efficiency and member satisfaction while enabling faster growth and increased agility for its clients in the healthcare sector.
Gras Savoye
Acquisition in 2015
Gras Savoye is risk adviser and insurance company. The company offers non-life insurance products, which include accident, liability, property and casualty, and transportation insurance products; specialized and tailor made insurance programs for accident.
Extend Health
Acquisition in 2012
Extend Health specializes in offering defined contribution benefit and insurance programs tailored for employees and retirees in corporate America. The company focuses on assisting clients in selecting appropriate Medicare programs, facilitating the transition from traditional group benefits to individualized defined-contribution plans. This approach allows corporations to provide more personalized benefits to their workforce while empowering employees and retirees to make informed decisions about their healthcare options.
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