Mike Underwood Joins Alliant Insurance Services' Northeast Benefits Team

Underwood to deploy experience in employee benefits and financial management to the affinity space.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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Mike Underwood has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Vice President within its Employee Benefits Group, serving on the newly established Alliant Affinity team. Based in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, Underwood will deploy his experience in employee benefits and financial management to the affinity space to broaden market reach.

Why it matters

Alliant Insurance Services is a leading specialty broker in the U.S., and the addition of Underwood to their Northeast Benefits team signals the company's continued growth and commitment to providing comprehensive risk solutions to their clients.

The details

Underwood will focus on member and organizational benefits planning, helping associations and its members maximize value across multiple lines to increase participation and benefits engagement. His work spans financial services, insurance planning, and benefits design. He also has extensive experience in benefits planning for veterans and active military personnel.

  • Underwood joined Alliant Insurance Services in February 2026.

The players

Mike Underwood

Newly appointed Vice President within Alliant Insurance Services' Employee Benefits Group, serving on the Alliant Affinity team.

Kevin Overbey

President of Alliant Employee Benefits, who commented on Underwood's appointment.

Alliant Insurance Services

A leading specialty broker in the U.S. that has hired Underwood to join their Northeast Benefits team.

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What they’re saying

“Mike brings a strong blend of executive-level insight and financial planning experience that helps organizations align their benefits strategies with long-term goals. His diverse background and broad skill set enable him to take a truly full-service approach to benefits planning and execution.”

— Kevin Overbey, President, Alliant Employee Benefits (businesswire.com)

The takeaway

Alliant Insurance Services continues to strengthen its Northeast Benefits team with the addition of Mike Underwood, an experienced professional in employee benefits and financial management. This move aligns with the company's strategy to provide comprehensive risk solutions and expand its reach in the affinity space.