WTW Strengthens North America Outsourcing Sales Team with Key Hires

On June 1, 2026, Willis Towers Watson PLC (NASDAQ: WTW), a prominent global advisory, broking, and solutions company, announced the addition of two senior industry professionals to its North America Outsourcing Sales team. This strategic move underscores WTW’s commitment to expanding its Health, Wealth & Career Outsourcing business and bolstering its position within the competitive U.S. outsourcing market.

Alex Holderness joins WTW with over 30 years of leadership experience across various sectors, including consulting, sales, and product development. His most recent role was as a Strategic Account Executive at Alight, where he successfully managed a multinational portfolio, driving growth through new solution sales, renewals, and long-cycle enterprise opportunities.

Holderness is no stranger to WTW; he previously held positions within the firm’s Employee Experience business, where he managed client relationships across multiple lines of business. His familiarity with WTW's operations, combined with his recent experiences in the market, positions him uniquely to accelerate WTW’s growth in competitive large-market opportunities.

Tim Oliver also brings a wealth of experience, boasting over 30 years in benefits administration, healthcare navigation, and total rewards strategy. He has a notable history of leading national account sales for large, complex organizations. Prior to joining WTW, Oliver held senior sales leadership roles at Conduent and Buck Consultants, where he consistently exceeded multimillion-dollar sales targets across total benefits outsourcing solutions.

Most recently, Oliver served as a Strategic Sales Executive at Alight, where he focused on delivering tailored, enterprise-level healthcare navigation solutions for large organizations. His expertise in complex sales and strong client-centric approach are expected to significantly enhance WTW’s offerings.

Jill Knoke, Head of North America Outsourcing at WTW, expressed enthusiasm about the new hires, stating, “These are exactly the types of experienced, market-facing leaders we are investing in as we scale our Outsourcing business. Alex brings a unique combination of deep WTW experience and recent market perspective, and we are thrilled to welcome him back to the firm. Tim’s proven track record in complex sales, along with his strong client focus, will further strengthen our ability to deliver differentiated solutions and drive sustained growth.”

The addition of Holderness and Oliver to WTW's North America Outsourcing Sales team is indicative of the company’s strategic focus on enhancing its service offerings and delivering value to its clients. As WTW continues to invest in leadership talent, it aims to position itself as a leader in the outsourcing sector, leveraging deep industry knowledge and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of organizations across various markets.

WTW provides data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk, and capital. Operating in 140 countries and markets, WTW collaborates closely with organizations to sharpen their strategies, enhance resilience, motivate their workforces, and maximize performance. The firm’s commitment to uncovering opportunities for sustainable success further reinforces its goal of delivering exceptional value to clients.

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