Segal Names John DeMairo as President and CEO to Build on Client-Focused Strategy

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Segal, a leading benefits and HR consulting firm, today announced that John DeMairo has been appointed as the firm’s new President and Chief Executive Officer by the Board of Directors, succeeding David Blumenstein, effective January 1, 2026. As an independent, privately-owned company, Segal is known for providing personalized, unbiased advice in supporting more than 2,500 clients and DeMairo will focus on extending the client-first model.

“Segal has been delivering objective and innovative solutions to clients for close to 90 years. I am honored to be named President and CEO, and lead Segal into the future,” said John DeMairo, President and CEO. “I want to express my appreciation to Segal’s Board of Directors for this opportunity and thank David Blumenstein for his strong leadership over the past 10 years. I look forward to continuing Segal’s commitment to the success of our clients.”

DeMairo has more than 35 years of experience supporting clients and leading teams within Segal. He has served as an essential member of Segal’s executive team since 2016 and has been instrumental in orchestrating several strategic acquisitions that expanded the firm’s capabilities and market presence. DeMairo most recently led Segal’s investment consulting practice, Segal Marco Advisors, one of the largest U.S.-based investment advisory firms with combined advisory assets exceeding $600 billion. Segal Marco grew exponentially under his tenure.

“John is a principled leader whose deep experience and accomplishments make him well prepared to lead Segal,” said David Blumenstein, now Chair of the Board of Directors. “I am confident that Segal will thrive with John at the helm continuing our client-focused approach.”

DeMairo also served as Segal’s Vice Chair of the Board of Directors and oversaw six divisions within Segal to support and enhance their growth. In his new role, DeMairo will maintain his involvement in industry-wide initiatives to represent client interests and build on the firm’s mission of delivering trusted advice to help organizations bring their people peace of mind.

About Segal
Segal delivers trusted advice that improves lives. Segal is a privately owned benefits, human capital, communications, technology, insurance brokerage, and investment consulting firm with more than 1,000 employees throughout the U.S. and Canada. Segal, Segal Marco Advisors and Segal Benz are all members of the Segal family.