Alliant Insurance Services Honors 2026 Insurance Business America Rising Stars

Trey Axe, Elizabeth Haggerty, Colby Kirkegaard, and Erin Thomas recognized for industry knowledge, leadership, and industry contributions

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Four Alliant Insurance Services professionals have been honored as 2026 Rising Stars by Insurance Business America. The annual list recognizes standout insurance professionals age 40 or younger who demonstrate exceptional industry knowledge, leadership, and a strong commitment to advancing the insurance profession.

“Our honorees exemplify the talent, leadership, and commitment to client service that continue to drive Alliant’s success,” said Greg Zimmer, CEO of Alliant. “We’re committed to fostering an entrepreneurial environment where outstanding professionals have the resources, support, and opportunities to build rewarding careers while making a lasting impact on clients’ success and moving the industry forward.”

Alliant’s 2026 Rising Stars are:

• Trey Axe, Consultant, Employee Benefits
• Elizabeth Haggerty, Associate Account Executive, Alliant Construction
• Colby Kirkegaard, First Vice President, Employee Benefits
• Erin Thomas, Senior Vice President, Employee Benefits

2026 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 stands among the nation’s top insurance brokers and consultants, providing risk management, insurance, employee benefits, underwriting, and consumer solutions through an entrepreneurial approach focused on delivering smarter, more effective outcomes. Free from the constraints of traditional brokerage models, Alliant combines deep expertise with the flexibility to innovate—helping clients navigate complexity and respond to evolving risks.

Within the industry, Alliant is recognized as a leading destination for top-tier brokerage talent in the U.S. As a majority employee-owned organization, it offers professionals a high degree of autonomy, access to extensive resources, and a distinctive equity ownership opportunity. This approach has contributed to an impressive producer retention rate, along with being recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers and one of America’s Most Trusted Companies.

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