Alliant Insurance Services' Nicole Kunz and Emmeline Kuo Honored as 2025 Rising Stars
'Nicole and Emmeline embody the innovation, collaboration, and client-focused mindset that define the Alliant experience,' said Greg Zimmer, CEO of Alliant. 'We're proud to be a destination for top emerging talent and offer the support, resources, and entrepreneurial culture that empower them to build dynamic, long-term careers in insurance.'
Kunz serves as Vice President within Alliant's Employee Benefits Group. She specializes in the development of innovative, data-driven benefits strategies that deliver long-term value. Known for her consultative approach, Kunz partners closely with HR and executive leadership teams to craft Total Rewards programs that enhance employee engagement, manage costs, and align with organizational goals.
Kuo is an Assistant Vice President, Account Executive, within Alliant Specialty. With more than 13 years of industry experience, she navigates businesses through today's growing risk complexities with tailored coverage solutions. Kuo coordinates representatives from risk control, claims, surety, and the insurance servicing team to deliver meaningful risk management outcomes, empowering her clients to capitalize on strategic growth opportunities.
2025 Rising Star Honorees were selected by an independent panel of industry leaders and are assessed on their achievements, career objectives, and contributions to innovation within the industry.
About Alliant Insurance Services
Alliant Insurance Services marks a century of success as the nation's leading specialty broker. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of risk solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. The business of managing risk is complex, and Alliant meets this complexity head-on with creativity and agility. Alliant has changed the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, giving them complete access to our resources and expertise—regardless of where the resource is located—to capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations and their people.
Alliant is recognized as a leading destination for top-tier brokerage talent in the U.S., attracting brokers and specialists across a diverse spectrum of disciplines who are eager to advance their careers. With the advantage of being majority employee-owned, professionals choose Alliant for autonomy, unparalleled resources, and a unique equity ownership opportunity. As a testament to our commitment to excellence, Alliant maintains an impressive 99% producer retention rate and has earned Forbes' prestigious title of one of America's Best Large Employers. #TheMoreRewardingWay
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