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NFP, an Aon company, has acquired Pilot Benefits Group, enhancing its employee benefits expertise in the Northeast. The deal will position NFP better in a competitive market. The Senders brothers will lead at NFP, improving client services and resources.
Melville, New York – NFP, an Aon company, has recently acquired Pilot Benefits Group, a well-established employee benefits broker based in Melville. The acquisition, which involves the prominent employee benefits firm operating as Pilot|RB, aims to bolster NFP’s expertise in the employee benefits sector across the Northeast region. The terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed.
As part of the transaction, Pilot Benefits Group’s principals, Josh and Ben Senders, will take on leadership roles as senior vice presidents at NFP. They will report directly to Chris Feneli, who serves as the managing director of Benefits for NFP’s Northeast region. This strategic alignment is expected to enhance NFP’s operations and offerings in the employee benefits market, where competition is stiff and demand for tailored solutions continues to rise.
Kate Henry, president of NFP’s Northeast region, labeled the acquisition pivotal in fortifying the firm’s benefits offerings, specifically within the tristate area. Pilot Benefits Group has a rich history of servicing nonprofit organizations and middle market businesses for over six decades, developing programs that focus on minimizing costs and risks for clients under the Senders family’s stewardship.
The integration into NFP is anticipated to provide Josh and Ben Senders with access to a wider array of resources and cross-business expertise. This access is expected to improve service delivery to their clients and facilitate a broader range of solutions that address the dynamic needs of the evolving benefits landscape.
This acquisition is in line with a growing trend in the U.S. employee benefits sector. Brokers are increasingly expanding their capabilities to address challenges such as rising healthcare costs, complex regulatory environments, and the escalating need for customized wellness programs. Larger firms like NFP are strategically pursuing acquisitions of regional specialists to enhance their market reach and deepen their expertise within the benefits arena.
The acquisition also reflects NFP’s ongoing integration strategy with Aon, aimed at combining global scale with local expertise. NFP has been actively strengthening its position in niche service areas through several acquisitions throughout 2025, particularly in employee benefits and retirement solutions. The addition of Pilot Benefits Group’s long-standing client relationships and tailored program design is expected to augment NFP’s footprint in the Northeast, allowing the firm to provide more comprehensive benefits solutions to employers in the region.
NFP’s commitment to enhancing its employee benefits offerings will likely benefit a wide range of stakeholders, including nonprofit organizations and middle-market businesses seeking effective and affordable benefits strategies. As the competitive landscape of employee benefits continues to evolve, NFP’s acquisition of Pilot Benefits Group positions it as a formidable player in the industry, capable of meeting the diverse needs of its clientele.
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