CHICAGO (April 24, 2013)- Aon plc (NYSE:AON), the leading global provider of risk management and human resource consulting and outsourcing, has named Nichole Barnes Marshall as Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion. In this role, Barnes Marshall is responsible for leading Aon’s diversity and inclusion strategies across the firm.

“Nichole brings over 15 years of experience and passion in delivering results around diversity and inclusion,” said Greg Case, President and CEO. “Her expertise in developing and retaining diverse talent will be instrumental as we look to further advance our Unmatched Talent agenda throughout our global network in each of the 120 countries where we serve clients and communities."

Before re-joining Aon, Barnes Marshall served as Senior Manager of Inclusion and Diversity at W.W. Grainger, Inc. where she was responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy focused on talent development, inclusive culture, strategic alliances and cultural competence. Prior to her tenure with Grainger, she served as Director of Community Affairs and Head of Diversity Recruiting for Aon Corporation.

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Aon plc (NYSE:AON) is the leading global provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, and human resources solutions and outsourcing services. Through its more than 65,000 colleagues worldwide, Aon unites to empower results for clients in over 120 countries via innovative and effective risk and people solutions and through industry-leading global resources and technical expertise. Aon has been named repeatedly as the world’s best broker, best insurance intermediary, reinsurance intermediary, captives manager and best employee benefits consulting firm by multiple industry sources. Visit www.aon.com for more information on Aon and www.aon.com/manchesterunited to learn about Aon’s global partnership and shirt sponsorship with Manchester United. 

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