NFP Strengthens Risk Control Team to Enhance Construction P&C Capabilities

NFP, an Aon company and a prominent player in the property and casualty (P&C) insurance sector, has reinforced its risk control capabilities within its Construction and Infrastructure (C&I) Group by adding two seasoned risk control leaders in its Central region. Jake Lyon has joined as Senior Vice President and Risk Control Advisory Leader, while Darren Beard steps in as Vice President, Risk Control, Transportation. Both executives operate out of Kansas City, Missouri, and report to Adrian Pellen, co-leader of NFP's C&I Group.

These additions align with NFP's strategy to enhance its support to construction clients by providing comprehensive risk management solutions that address evolving industry challenges. Lyon and Beard bring over two decades of specialized experience in risk control and construction engineering, having held significant roles at IMA Financial Group and Lockton Companies, among others.

The enhancements target proactive risk management in construction and infrastructure sectors, critical as the cost of risk has surged over the past five years. Their expertise aims to assist clients in implementing effective controls that maximize insurance coverage impact, thereby reducing potential liabilities and operational disruptions.

NFP's investment in expanding its risk management team in the Central U.S. market reflects ongoing sector growth and increasing demand for tailored risk control insights. Amanda Ruback, Managing Director of P&C in the Central region, highlighted the growth phase and the opportunity for these leaders to shape future risk solutions.

This strategic move underscores NFP's commitment to leveraging global resources and consultative expertise to meet client needs across multiple industries, particularly in sectors with complex insurance and compliance requirements. Their approach integrates risk advisory with traditional brokerage services, aiming to deliver value through risk reduction, compliance adherence, and improved financial outcomes.

NFP, with over 8,000 professionals worldwide, continues to focus on comprehensive solutions spanning property and casualty insurance, benefits, wealth management, and retirement advisory services. The bolstering of its risk control team illustrates a broader trend in the insurance industry towards integrated service models that support client risk mitigation in dynamic markets.