Brown & Brown Appoints Eileen Akerson as Chief Legal Officer

Akerson to lead legal, regulatory, compliance and enterprise risk management efforts across the organization.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 8:02am

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A minimalist studio still life photograph featuring a stack of legal documents, a gavel, and a nameplate that reads 'Eileen Akerson, Chief Legal Officer' arranged on a clean, white background, conceptually representing the importance of corporate legal strategy and compliance.The appointment of Eileen Akerson as Brown & Brown's new chief legal officer signals the company's focus on strong legal leadership and risk management to support its continued growth.Daytona Beach Today

Brown & Brown, Inc. has formally appointed Eileen Akerson as the company's new chief legal officer, effective immediately. Akerson has been serving in this role on an interim basis since January 2026 and will now join the Brown & Brown senior leadership team, leading the company's legal, regulatory, compliance and enterprise risk management efforts.

Why it matters

Akerson's appointment reflects the high level of confidence Brown & Brown has in her leadership and deep experience. As the company continues to grow, her steady hand and strong judgment will be crucial in guiding the legal function and supporting the business.

The details

Eileen Akerson previously served as chief risk, regulatory and compliance counsel for Brown & Brown. Prior to that, she spent over 20 years at KBR, Inc. in various legal leadership roles, including as executive vice president and general counsel until 2021. In her new role, Akerson will build on the foundation laid by her predecessor, Rob Mathis, to strengthen and expand Brown & Brown's legal organization.

  • Akerson has been serving as interim chief legal officer since January 2026.
  • Akerson's formal appointment as chief legal officer is effective immediately.

The players

Eileen Akerson

The newly appointed chief legal officer of Brown & Brown, Inc. She previously served as the company's chief risk, regulatory and compliance counsel and has over 20 years of legal leadership experience.

Powell Brown

The president and chief executive officer of Brown & Brown, Inc. He expressed confidence in Akerson's leadership and her ability to support the company's continued growth.

Rob Mathis

Akerson's predecessor as chief legal officer, who worked to strengthen and expand Brown & Brown's legal organization.

Brown & Brown, Inc.

A leading insurance brokerage firm that has been delivering comprehensive and customized insurance solutions since 1939.

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What they’re saying

“Eileen has been a trusted leader and advisor at Brown & Brown, and her appointment as chief legal officer reflects both her deep experience and the high level of confidence we have in her.”

— Powell Brown, President and Chief Executive Officer

“I'm excited to step into this role and continue the important work of a legal function that is deeply connected to the business.”

— Eileen Akerson

The takeaway

Eileen Akerson's appointment as Brown & Brown's chief legal officer underscores the company's commitment to strong legal leadership and risk management as it continues to grow and expand its insurance brokerage business.