Brown & Brown, Inc. has announced the appointment of Corey Lewis as its new retail global head of tax insurance, taking over a newly established leadership role within the firm's private equity and M&A services practice. Based in New York, Lewis will report to Neil Krauter and lead the continued expansion of Brown & Brown's transactional tax capabilities globally. This move underscores the growing demand for specialized tax solutions as companies navigate increasingly complex deal landscapes.
Lewis brings a wealth of experience in building market-leading solutions that deliver meaningful value to customers, having previously served as a managing director at Aon. His expertise in transactional tax risk solutions has earned him recognition within the industry, including multiple times by Risk & Insurance magazine as both a Power Broker and Rising Star. This appointment further strengthens Brown & Brown's commitment to investing in specialized capabilities.
Under Lewis' leadership, Brown & Brown will focus on delivering transactional tax solutions that support clients navigating complex mergers and acquisitions, potential tax exposures, evolving transaction structures, and the tax credit landscape. His team will work closely with customers around the world to address emerging risks and opportunities across the deal landscape. This specialized approach is expected to enhance Brown & Brown's ability to provide innovative solutions.

Neil Krauter, senior leader within the Company's private equity and M&A services practice, praised Lewis for his deep specialization, entrepreneurial leadership, and strong track record of building market-leading solutions. As transaction structures continue to evolve, Lewis' experience and market insight will further strengthen the firm's ability to provide innovative, specialized solutions while accelerating its long-term growth strategy.
Brown & Brown is a leading insurance brokerage firm with a global presence spanning over 700+ locations and a team of approximately 23,000 professionals. The company has been delivering comprehensive and customized insurance solutions since 1939. With Lewis' appointment, the firm continues to invest in talent and specialized experience that enhance its ability to serve customers and trading partners.
Corey Lewis joins Brown & Brown from Aon, where he was a managing director and a member of the North America Transaction Solutions Operating Committee. Throughout his career, Lewis has established himself as a recognized industry leader and trusted advisor in the tax transactional risk solutions space. His expertise will be invaluable in building a differentiated tax transactional platform that supports customers around the world.
The appointment of Corey Lewis highlights the importance of specialized expertise in navigating complex mergers and acquisitions. As companies continue to face increasing complexity, the demand for innovative tax solutions is expected to grow. Brown & Brown's investment in Lewis underscores its commitment to delivering scalable, innovative strategies for its customers at every step of their growth journey.
Brown & Brown continues to invest in talent and specialized experience that enhance its ability to serve customers and trading partners. The firm's focus on building a differentiated tax transactional platform will support its long-term growth strategy and position it as a leader in the insurance brokerage industry.
The appointment of Corey Lewis marks an important milestone for Brown & Brown, demonstrating the company's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. With Lewis at the helm, the firm is poised to deliver enhanced solutions that address emerging risks and opportunities across the deal landscape.
The appointment of Corey Lewis highlights the importance of specialized expertise in navigating complex mergers and acquisitions.
