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Matthew Friedson Named First Vice President at Alliant Insurance Services

April 30, 2026
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Matthew Friedson Named First Vice President at Alliant Insurance Services

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Alliant Insurance Services appointed Matthew Friedson as first vice president of its employee benefits group based in Bethesda, Maryland. He will serve clients across the Northeast, focusing on executive benefits and financial strategies. Friedson brings nearly two decades of experience advising enterprises and high-net-worth individuals on life insurance and business succession prior to his role at the Irvine-based insurer.

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