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WTW completes acquisition of Newfront; expands U.S. middle market & tech capabilities
WILLIS TOWERS WATSON PLC
- Completed acquisition of Newfront, a top-40 U.S. broker specializing in tech, fintech, and life sciences.
- Newfront's AI and automation technology integrated into WTW's platform to enhance client efficiency.
- Co-Founder and CEO Spike Lipkin joins WTW to lead integration, client development, and technology.
- Business Insurance and Total Rewards segments now part of WTW's Risk & Broking and Health, Wealth & Career segments.
- J.P. Morgan and Weil Gotshal advised WTW; Perella Weinberg and Reed Smith advised Newfront.