Aon Names Hammond Global Executive Chairman of Middle Market

Aon appointed Doug Hammond as Global Executive Chairman of its middle market business, including NFP, effective immediately. Hammond, who had been CEO of NFP, will report to Aon President and CEO Greg Case. The role is newly created following the integration of NFP into Aon's operations.

In his new position, Hammond will work with Case on the middle market strategy and development of shared capabilities across Aon and NFP, the company said. Case said in a statement that Hammond's "vision, focus on client need and passion for people" helped build NFP and that his experience would "further accelerate our middle market strategy across Aon."

Aon also named Mike Schneider as CEO of North American middle market operations for both Aon and NFP. Schneider, who joined NFP in 2003, most recently served as president of its US Central and West regions. His background includes more than 20 years in insurance, finance and risk management consulting. He reports to Anne Corona, CEO of North America at Aon.

Ethan Foxman becomes President, Middle Market, North America, reporting to Schneider. Foxman previously led NFP's Atlantic Region, overseeing operations across several business lines. Mike James, former NFP chief sales officer, takes the role of Chief Growth Officer, Middle Market, North America, reporting to Corona. James will focus on expanding the middle market client base and cross-selling opportunities.

Schneider and Foxman will join Aon's North America Executive Committee. James will also serve on the committee. They will work with Denise Perlman, who had been leading Aon's middle market operations in North America. Perlman will continue in her role, collaborating with the new team.