GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 14, 2010 - Aon Risk Solutions, the global risk management business of Aon Corporation, today announced that Lynn Jekkals was promoted to resident managing director and Valerie Feehan transitioned to executive advisor to the Grand Rapids office.

In her new role, Jekkals will focus on customizing risk financing solutions and leading client service teams to deliver exceptional service with innovative strategies. She has a strong commitment to the community as well as continuing education to build her industry knowledge. Building on 19 years of experience with Aon, Jekkals most recently served as the director and property/casualty practice leader of the Grand Rapids office.

As executive advisor, Feehan will lead the service teams in providing distinctive client value, growing the business and aligning Aon resources globally to meet client needs. Feehan has more than 20 years of industry experience. She is an expert in risk financing solutions, mergers and acquisitions as well as international program design and implementation. Feehan will continue to put those skills forward as a strategic account leader for existing and new clients. She most recently served as resident managing director of the Grand Rapids office, where she was the principal client retention and new business champion. 
 

"These promotions will continue the momentum that has made Aon’s reputation in Grand Rapids one of recognized accomplishment," said Tom Rodell, CEO of commercial risk offices for Aon Risk Solutions. "Both Lynn and Valerie have played integral roles in the success of Aon in Western Michigan. Under their leadership, the Grand Rapids office has been honored with several awards, including the Pinnacle award for most outstanding performing office and the prestigious Pillar award in recognition of the office's best practices that empower women at work.”

Jekkals holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in education with a concentration in science from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Mich. She is a certified insurance counselor, specializing in property and casualty. Jekkals serves as a member of the Grand Rapids Economic Club and associate member of West Michigan Association of Financial Professionals.

Feehan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from Eastern Michigan University. She serves as president of the board for the University Club and advisor to the board at Olivet College. Feehan also holds a property and casualty insurance agent license.

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