Erich Simmons
About Erich Simmons
Erich Simmons serves as the Senior Vice President at Newfront, where he assists clients in implementing strategic plans and communication campaigns for employee benefits. With over two decades of experience in the field, he specializes in wellness initiatives and compliance for mid-market companies.
Work at Newfront
Erich Simmons currently serves as the Senior Vice President at Newfront, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he assists clients in implementing multi-year strategic plans and communication campaigns specifically tailored for employee benefits. His expertise in the field allows him to focus on wellness initiatives and compliance assistance, providing strategic solutions that cater to the needs of mid-market companies.
Previous Experience at Willis Towers Watson
Before joining Newfront, Erich Simmons worked at Willis Towers Watson for 20 years, from 2002 to 2022. During his tenure, he held the position of Global Employee Benefits Consultant and Producer. His extensive experience in this role equipped him with valuable insights into employee benefits, allowing him to effectively support clients in managing their benefits strategies.
Experience at Great-West Life
Erich Simmons began his career at Great-West Life, where he worked as a Producer and Employee Benefits Consultant from 1999 to 2002. This three-year experience laid the foundation for his future roles in the employee benefits sector, providing him with essential skills in consulting and client management.
Education and Expertise
Erich Simmons studied at California State University, Long Beach, from 1994 to 1999, earning a degree that prepared him for a career in employee benefits consulting. His educational background, combined with his extensive professional experience, enables him to specialize in the domestic and global mid-market segment, focusing on companies with 50 to 3,000 employees.
Strategic Approach to Employee Benefits
Erich Simmons emphasizes a strategic approach to employee benefits by advocating for the use of consultants to optimize costs, which are the second largest expense for companies after payroll. He believes this method is more effective than relying solely on traditional brokers, allowing clients to maximize their benefits investment.