Executives Highlight Strategic Benefits
Spike Lipkin, Newfront co-founder and CEO, said the deal positions Newfront to leverage WTW’s global scale and analytics platforms. “We will continue to serve clients with the speed and intelligence they expect while offering new capabilities through WTW’s comprehensive portfolio of global solutions and products,” Lipkin said.
The acquisition is expected to close in Q1 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
Legal Advisors
Newfront was advised by Reed Smith LLP, including partners Robert McCann, Bradley Schmarak, James Tandler, Herb Kozlov, Peter Emmi, Ian Sherwin, Tyler Thompson, Thao Ngo, Michelle Mantine, and Mark Goldstein. Full counsel details for the Weil team representing WTW were not immediately available.
