Acuity Insurance has completed its planned leadership transition, which started three years ago with Melissa Winter’s appointment as President.
Winter now officially assumes the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding longtime CEO Ben Salzmann, who has retired.
The transition reflects a deliberate, multi-year succession plan designed to ensure continuity, stability, and ongoing momentum for the organization, which continues to deliver strong business performance.
Winter brings nearly three decades of experience with Acuity to her expanded role, having joined the organization in 1998 and serving as President since 2023.
As a corporate officer for the past decade, she has played a central role in shaping Acuity’s strategy, strengthening operations, and advancing the company’s long-term growth initiatives.
Salzmann called her “an exceptional leader,” while Winter said, “It’s an honor to lead this organization into its next chapter.”
