Retirement Industry People Moves – 6/26/2026

Deloitte Asset Management Consulting Leader to Exit

Deloitte Asset Management Consulting Leader Tim Smith is leaving the firm after more than 20 years. His departure marks another leadership change within the firm’s financial services consulting practice.

Smith has been a longtime leader within Deloitte’s asset management consulting business, advising investment managers on strategy and operations. The firm has not announced a successor or provided additional details about his next role.

Regions Bank Appoints Melissa Hancock to Corporate Trust Role

Melissa Hancock

Regions Bank named Melissa Hancock corporate trust client services executive in its institutional services division. Hancock joins from Computershare Trust Company and will oversee client service, operations and risk management for the corporate trust business.

Hancock brings more than 25 years of financial services experience, including previous leadership positions at Wells Fargo and BNY Mellon. Her appointment supports Regions Bank’s continued expansion of its institutional services and corporate trust platform.

JPMorgan Chase Names Ben Walter Workplace Solutions Head

Ben Walter

JPMorgan Chase appointed Ben Walter to lead its Workplace Solutions business, replacing Vince La Padula, who is departing for a senior role at the Internal Revenue Service. Walter previously led Chase for Business.

The Workplace Solutions unit provides equity compensation and share plan administration services globally following JPMorgan Chase’s acquisition of Global Shares in 2022. La Padula helped build the business after the acquisition and oversaw significant growth in assets and participants during his tenure.

Alliant Adds Mike Lundquist to Benefits West Team

Mike Lundquist has joined Alliant Insurance Services as a vice president within its Employee Benefits Group.

He will partner with employers to develop and implement strategic benefits programs that support workforce goals, strengthen employee engagement, and align with long-term business objectives.

Lundquist, who has a background in employee benefits and risk management, will work closely with employers to manage healthcare costs, enhance offerings, and develop strategies that attract and retain talent. His experience spans a variety of industries, including organizations in the outdoor and recreation sector.