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NICOLE WISE PROMOTED TO PRESIDENT OF SENTINEL RISK ADVISORS
Sentinel, an independently owned risk management, employee benefits, and safety consulting firm, has named Nicole Wise as President for its Risk Advisors division. Effective June 1, Wise will direct Sentinel Risk Advisors (SRA) and Sentinel Risk Performance Group (RPG) which collectively deliver innovative services and solutions for commercial and personal risk management in addition to loss prevention, transportation fleet consultancy, and claims advocacy. 'As we continue to grow and evolve, it is important to deliver an exceptional client experience which is often neglected in our industry,' said James L. Holmes, Jr., Chief Executive Officer of Sentinel. 'Nicole is a proven leader who has served as the ideal representative for our firm, earning the respect of our clients, partners, and employees. We are confident that she will flourish in this expanded role.' Founded in 2013, Sentinel is comprised of three primary divisions: Sentinel Risk Advisors (SRA), Sentinel Risk Performance Group (RPG), and Sentinel Benefits Consulting (SBC). As President of Sentinel Risk Advisors and Sentinel Risk Performance Group, Wise will oversee all aspects of the divisions' operations, from sales and marketing to client service and administration ensuring the firm meets its financial and operational goals. Wise brings extensive knowledge and leadership spanning more than 30 years of commercial insurance marketing experience including account analytics, client service plan customization, placement strategies, and customer engagement. 'We are fortunate to operate in an independent model which allows us to employ a fully integrated team of specialists that truly care about our clients,' stated Wise. 'It creates an environment prioritizing relationships over transactions to foster long-term partnerships built on mutual trust and understanding.' As Chief Executive Officer, Holmes will focus on Sentinel's overall strategy and direction to ensure alignment with the firm's vision. He will continue to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders while identifying new business opportunities, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Sentinel offers a broad scope of property, casualty, risk management, employee benefits, and safety consulting for today's global marketplace. Established in 2013 to address the technical and service voids created within the industry due to mass consolidation, the independently owned Raleigh-based firm has offices in Charlotte and Greensboro. Comprised of Sentinel Risk Advisors, Sentinel Benefits Consulting, and Sentinel Risk Performance divisions, Sentinel provides advice, guidance, and counsel to organizations and individuals who require a customized, high-touch service approach. For more information, visit
