Alliant Insurance Services Welcomes Steve Byrd in North Carolina

Veteran consultant joins Employee Benefits Group, expanding strategic capabilities in the region

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Backed by more than 25 years of experience, Steve Byrd has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Senior Vice President within its Employee Benefits Group. Based in North Carolina, Byrd designs and delivers creative, cost-effective benefits strategies that align with corporate objectives and support long-term organizational success.

“Steve’s deep industry experience and depth of relationships make him a strong addition to our growing team in the Southeast,” said Kevin Overbey, President, Alliant Employee Benefits. “He has a proven ability to develop innovative solutions while building lasting partnerships that help employers maximize the value of their benefits programs.”

Byrd is dedicated to helping employers meet corporate goals by reducing administrative burdens, managing risk, and implementing forward-thinking benefits programs that deliver measurable value. Known for cultivating long-term client relationships, Byrd prioritizes collaboration and innovation to ensure clients remain protected while advancing their strategic objectives.

Prior to joining Alliant, Byrd served as Area Vice President, Health and Welfare Consulting, with a global employee benefits and consulting firm. He holds bachelor’s degrees in business management and economics from North Carolina State University. To connect and learn more, visit his LinkedIn profile.

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 producer retention rate and has earned Forbes’ prestigious title of one of America’s Best Large Employers.

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