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Howden Employee Benefits appoints John Deegan as non-executive director

Deegan will also advise the global employee benefits executive leadership team.

John deegan
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Howden Employee Benefits has appointed John Deegan (pictured) to its UK board as a non-executive director.

Deegan will also advise the global employee benefits executive leadership team.

He brings more than 25 years of experience across Mercer Marsh Benefits and its predecessor businesses.

His previous roles included leading its multinational employee benefits business and overseeing Darwin, its global benefits technology platform.

In his new role, he will support the board as Howden Employee Benefits expands internationally and develops its services for multinational employers.

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Deegan said: “What drew me to Howden was the people, the energy and the chance to be part of a business that is building with real intent.

“Employers want a partner that understands the bigger picture but can also deliver where their people are. Howden has the ambition and the local expertise to do that well. 

“I am looking forward to working with Glenn and the team.”

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Glenn Thomas, CEO and global practice leader for health and employee benefits at Howden, said: “Having worked with John in the past and formed a strong relationship over the years, I believe he will bring huge value to Howden. 

“John knows this market inside out and has spent his career working with multinational employers, building strong teams and understanding what clients need from their benefits partner. 

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“He will also fit extremely well into our People First culture.”

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Thomas added: “We are building something exciting at Howden and there is a real opportunity ahead of us. 

“Having John on the board brings experience, perspective and the right sort of challenge. I am delighted he is joining us.”