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Art LeGar Joins Alliant Insurance Services’ Employee Benefits Group
Alliant Insurance Services has hired Art LeGar as Vice President within its Employee Benefits Group, further solidifying its strength in the large employer marketplace. Based in Baltimore, LeGar will focus on assisting employers in the large market across a range of industries and addressing their employee benefits challenges.
“Art excels at navigating large, complex organizations and works closely with his clients to deliver benefits strategies and solutions that allow employers to be flexible and growth-oriented,” said Kevin Overbey, President, Alliant Employee Benefits. “He will also play an important role in Alliant’s continued regional expansion, giving us a greater presence in the Baltimore and greater Maryland/DC markets.”
LeGar joins Alliant with a 25-year track record of success in client service and relationship management and has a diverse background that spans management, human capital consulting, technology, outsourcing, and sales management. He is highly regarded for being a strong leader with a history and reputation for delivering consistent performance in growing businesses and meeting key financial milestones, client satisfaction, and establishing a strong market presence.
Prior to joining Alliant, LeGar was a Senior Director who managed key client relationships with a global insurance brokerage and consulting firm. He earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science from Susquehanna University.
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