Winnipeg-based Ellement Consulting Group is merging with Vancouver-based George & Bell Consulting Inc.
The combined firm, which will operate under the Ellement banner effective Jan. 1, 2025, will consist of 220 employees servicing 250 plan sponsor clients throughout Canada, advising on $3 billion of annual health and welfare payments and premiums and $120 billion of assets. The combined company will have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto and Ottawa.
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“Partnering with George & Bell significantly enhances our professional services offering and brings in a significant talent and leadership capabilities into our organization,” said Brandon Ellement, chief executive officer of Ellement, in a press release. “This merger represents our commitment to our clients, our people and our partners to attract and retain the best talent in the industry.”