Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today further enhanced the firm’s property risk leadership with the appointment of Nancy Woode and Erinn Pearson as managing directors. Woode and Pearson will both be based in Aon’s Atlanta office and report to Rick Miller, U.S. property leader for Aon’s Commercial Risk Solutions.

“We are thrilled to add Nancy and Erinn to our U.S. property team to further advance our expertise in risks related to natural catastrophes, particularly in the Southeast region,” said Miller. “They are client- focused leaders who are adept at using advanced risk analytics to deliver insights that will help our clients make better property risk decisions.”

Woode previously served as a partner in and head of U.S. property for McGill and Partners, specializing in large property placements. Prior to joining McGill and Partners in April 2021, she led the North America Property Practice for Willis Towers Watson.

“It is an exciting time to be joining Aon, which is at the forefront of advanced risk analytics,” said Woode. “This capability enables Aon to anticipate client challenges and develop innovative, sustainable solutions.”

Pearson previously served as a partner on the complex property and casualty for McGill and Partners, with a focus on Fortune 500 clients with heavy natural catastrophe exposures. Prior to McGill, Pearson served as the Northeast property broking leader for Willis Towers Watson.

“I’m delighted to join such a strong and diverse group serving Aon clients globally,” said Pearson. “Aon’s commitment to delivering exceptional value is a differentiator and it’s why I’m honored to be part of this successful team.”