Hylant Congratulates Jessica Xie on Being Recognized as a Winner of the Prestigious Women to Watch 2024 Award

Toledo, OH July 31, 2024 - Hylant is proud to announce that Jessica Xie, Managing Partner, has been recognized as a winner of the prestigious Women to Watch 2024 award. This accolade, presented by Business Insurance, honors women leaders in the insurance sector who have made significant contributions to the industry through their expertise, innovation, and dedication.

Jessica Xie stands out as a visionary leader in the insurance industry, with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. From her humble beginnings as the daughter of two nuclear research scientists in China to giving up her stable government job to come to the United States to further her education, Jessica’s tenacity and high expectations for herself have paid off. Jessica’s journey from a marketing research analyst and underwriter to a groundbreaking leader at Hylant exemplifies her resolve, humility, and hunger for doing nothing but the absolute best.

Jessica’s most notable accomplishment is the establishment and exponential growth of Hylant's China practice, which she has developed into a significant asset for the company, catering specifically to US companies with Chinese business ties. By leveraging her deep insights into the insurance landscape and her bilingual capabilities, Jessica has significantly bridged a market gap by uniquely serving Chinese-owned businesses in the US. This initiative positioned Hylant as a preferred choice among Chinese companies operating in the US.

Under Jessica’s leadership, the China practice witnessed remarkable growth, fueled by Jessica’s adeptness in nurturing relationships, leading to substantial referrals and establishing a robust center of influence.

"Jessica’s recognition as one of the Women to Watch is a testament to her exceptional talent and the positive impact she has made in our organization and the broader insurance community," said Bubba Berenzweig, CEO

at Hylant. "Her ability to inspire and lead by example embodies the qualities we value at Hylant, and we are thrilled to see her achievements recognized on such a distinguished platform."

Business Insurance’s Women to Watch awards program celebrates female leaders who are making significant strides in their careers and are recognized for their contributions to the advancement of the insurance sector. The winners are selected based on their leadership qualities, professional accomplishments, and influence within the industry.

"I am incredibly honored to receive this recognition from Business Insurance," said Jessica Xie. "This award reflects the collective efforts of my colleagues at Hylant and our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the insurance industry. I look forward to continuing our work together to achieve even greater success."

Jessica Xie will be formally recognized at the Women to Watch awards ceremony, which will take place on November 19 in New York. This event will bring together industry leaders to celebrate the achievements of this year’s honorees and to promote further advancement and empowerment of women in the insurance industry.

Please visit the Business Insurance article for more information about the Women to Watch awards and the complete list of 2024 honorees.

About Hylant

Since 1935, Hylant has been helping clients identify and address risk-related challenges before they become unmanageable by delivering solutions unique to their circumstances. Today, the firm is among the largest privately held insurance brokerages in the United States, renowned for its expertise and high-touch service. Hylant offers insurance, employee benefits and risk management consulting services for businesses and individuals locally, nationally and internationally.