Brown & Brown Bolsters M&A Tax Capabilities with Aon Executive Hire

Event summary

  • Brown & Brown appoints Corey Lewis as global head of tax insurance for its private equity and M&A services practice.
  • Lewis joins from Aon, where he was managing director and part of the North America Transaction Solutions Operating Committee.
  • New role focuses on expanding transactional tax solutions for complex M&A deals and tax credit landscapes.
  • Lewis will build a specialized team to address evolving transaction structures and tax exposures globally.

The big picture

Brown & Brown's hire underscores the growing complexity of M&A tax strategies, as firms seek specialized solutions to navigate regulatory shifts and transactional risks. The move aligns with broader industry trends where insurance brokers are expanding advisory services to capture higher-margin business. With over 700 locations and 23,000 professionals, Brown & Brown is positioning itself to capitalize on the increasing demand for tailored tax solutions in private equity and M&A transactions.

What we're watching

Execution Risk
How quickly Lewis can build and integrate a specialized tax team to meet global demand.
Market Differentiation
Whether Brown & Brown can establish a unique position in transactional tax solutions amid competitive pressures.
Regulatory Adaptation
The pace at which evolving tax credit landscapes and transaction structures will impact service offerings.