For Immediate Release
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Stefan Petrella, SPetrella@starshep.com
Starkweather & Shepley Welcomes Chris Nadeau as Director of Employee Benefits
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI OCTOBER 2025 – Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Chris Nadeau as Director of Employee Benefits. Chris brings more than 30 years of experience in employee benefits brokerage and consulting, along with a proven track record of building strategic partnerships and delivering innovative client solutions.
Before joining Starkweather & Shepley, Chris served as Divisional Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Gallagher, where he played a key role in developing comprehensive benefits strategies for organizations across multiple industries.
“We’re excited to welcome Chris to the Starkweather & Shepley team,” said Andrew J. Fotopulos, Chairman & CEO of Starkweather & Shepley. “His deep industry knowledge, leadership experience, and client-centered approach align perfectly with our mission to provide exceptional service and strategic guidance. Chris’s addition strengthens our ability to deliver innovative and comprehensive benefits solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients.”
As Director of Employee Benefits, Chris will lead the continued growth of Starkweather & Shepley’s benefits division, focusing on advancing the firm’s strategic consulting capabilities and enhancing client outcomes through customized, data-driven solutions.
For more information on Starkweather & Shepley, please contact Stefan Petrella at spetrella@starshep.com.
About Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc.
Founded in 1879, Starkweather & Shepley is the 59th largest insurance brokerage firm in the U.S. and a recognized Top 10 Best Places to Work in Insurance, mid-sized company by Business Insurance. Privately held in trust since 1935, S&S specializes in commercial, personal, and employee benefits insurance, as well as risk management services. Through its partnership with Assurex Global, S&S also offers national and international expertise. The firm is headquartered in East Providence, Rhode Island, with additional locations in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Florida.
