Aon plc has announced the formation of a coalition made up of “large employers and other key organizations from a broad set of sectors” to reintroduce aspects of society and the economy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Led by Aon, this group notably includes the insurance companies Allstate and Zurich.
Chicago launchpad
The “initial group” will be formed of leading organizations in Chicago, to help restart the economy in that region, Aon mentions in a press release. To this end, it is working in tandem with Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot.
“Starting in Chicago, the coalition will create a model and framework to inform criteria and guidelines that will help restart the economy worldwide,” Aon explains.
The firm adds that the coalition work will focus on “how to re-introduce fundamental aspects of society and the economy: working, traveling and convening.”
Aon explains that “the intention is to scale this work to other key geographies including London, New York, Singapore and Tokyo.”
Changing lineup
In addition to Allstate and Zurich, the group includes the following companies: Abbott, Accenture, Beam Suntory, BMO Harris, CDW, CNA, ComEd, ConAgra, Exelon, Fortuna Brands, Hyatt, JLL, McDonald’s, Mondelez, Morningstar, Motorola Solutions, Sterling Bay, Ulta Beauty, United Airlines, Walgreens and Whirlpool.
Michael V. Marinello, media contact for the professional services firm that provides risk, retirement and health solutions, told Insurance Portal that the composition of the group may change. “The coalition in each city will be made up of relevant businesses” that reflect the economic and social reality of their geographical region, he points out.
