CHICAGO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON),
a leading global professional services firm, today announced that
the firm's Chief Operating Officer James
Platt will move into the new role of Chief Digital Officer
overseeing Digital Client Solutions and Mindy Simon will join the firm as Chief
Operating Officer leading Aon Business Services.
"Aon's Digital Client Solutions are powering our ability to
reach underserved segments of our client base in ways that were not
possible only a few years ago," said Greg
Case, CEO of Aon. "James is the right leader to further
accelerate the great work our team is doing across digital
channels. Our clients want more efficient access to innovative
digital solutions and we're doubling down to address that
need."
Case added: "With James transitioning into his new role, we have
asked Christa Davies to expand her
portfolio to include responsibility for Aon Business Services.
Together, we are excited to welcome Mindy
Simon to the firm. Mindy brings a unique combination of
global business services experience, technology expertise and
client service success to the Chief Operating Officer role."
As Chief Digital Officer, Platt will be responsible for further
accelerating the digital delivery of the firm's Aon United
capabilities to small business and consumer segments. Platt
initially joined Aon to lead data & analytics across the firm's
commercial risk business having previously built the big data
consulting practice at Boston Consulting Group and consulted with
leading organizations on the role digital strategy plays in growth.
Platt is based in London and will
report to Aon President Eric
Andersen in his new role.
"Working closely with our Digital Client Solutions team over the
last year, I recognize the significant growth opportunity in front
of us and I'm energized by the chance to focus on this opportunity
full-time," said Platt. "This transition is only possible because
of the significant momentum we have across Aon Business Services,
and I know Mindy will build on this success and bring new ideas
based on her experience."
Simon will join the firm on October
10 from Conagra Brands, where she most recently served as
Chief Information Officer (CIO) and oversaw global business
services, information technology and cyber security. Prior to her
CIO position, Simon held a variety of roles in finance and
information technology with Conagra Brands since joining the
company in 2000, including serving as Vice President of Global
Business Services and Vice President of Information Technology.
Simon is based in Omaha, Nebraska,
and will join the Aon Executive Committee, reporting to
Christa Davies.
"I'm excited to be joining a high performing firm with a
commitment to exceptional client service," said Simon. "Aon
recognizes the importance global business services plays in
delivering differentiated value to clients. I admire the scale and
sophistication of Aon Business Services and look forward to working
with the team to build on the significant impact they already have
on operating performance."
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to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. Our
colleagues provide our clients in over 120 countries with advice
and solutions that give them the clarity and confidence to make
better decisions to protect and grow their business.
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