Alliant Insurance's Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray to Be Honored at Spencer Educational Foundation Gala

NEW YORK, May 1 -- The Spencer Educational Foundation, a group that focuses on funding the education of tomorrow's risk management and insurance leaders, issued the following news:

The Spencer Educational Foundation, a premier organization dedicated to fostering the growth and development of future risk management and insurance leaders, will celebrate its annual Funding Their Future Gala in New York City on Thursday, September 12, 2024. This highly anticipated event will take place at the iconic Cipriani 42nd Street, bringing together insurance leaders and industry supporters to recognize and celebrate excellence in risk management and insurance.

This year's gala honors Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray, Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Alliant Insurance Services, for her dedication and leadership in promoting diversity and shaping the future of the industry.

"Lilian embodies the best in class when it comes to championing programs which develop minds and shape futures. Her vision, leadership, and collaboration have been instrumental in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, which has played a critical role in leading our organization forward," added Greg Zimmer, Chief Executive Officer of Alliant Insurance Services.

"We are thrilled to honor Lilian Vanvieldt-Gray at this year's gala," said Spencer Board Chair and EVP, Chief Operating Officer of Surety at Chubb, Teresa Black. "She is a true leader in our industry and a passionate advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion. We are grateful for her contributions to developing the next generation of talent and for Alliant's commitment to Spencer."

Spencer's Funding Their Future Gala serves as a platform to acknowledge exceptional individuals like Vanvieldt-Gray, who has been a driving force for positive change and progress throughout her career. Her forward-thinking approach and commitment to fostering a more inclusive and diverse industry have set a high standard for excellence, making her the ideal recipient of this prestigious award.

"I am excited about this year's gala and the opportunity to celebrate Lilian and her many accomplishments," said Duncan Ellis, Chair of Spencer's Fundraising Committee and Head of North American Retail Property at AIG. "We are proud to see her receive this much-deserved recognition, and we look forward to welcoming attendees to an exciting night of celebration, inspiration, and collaboration."

In 2023, the Spencer Educational Foundation awarded $1.6 million, providing 103 scholarships, 52 grants, and 32 internships. Since Spencer's founding 44 years ago, the Foundation has provided over $9.5 million in scholarships and more than $8 million in grants that have directly impacted the availability of risk management and insurance education and the quality of talent entering Risk Management and Insurance professions.

* * *

About the Spencer Educational Foundation:

The Spencer Educational Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to fostering the education and professional development of risk management and insurance students. Since its establishment in 1979, the foundation has been helping students succeed by providing scholarships, grants, and internships to talented individuals pursuing careers in these fields.

* * *

Original text here: https://www.spencered.org/news-blog/2024/4/30/alliant-insurances-lilian-vanvieldt-gray-to-be-honored-at-spencer-educational-foundation-gala