Eric Brickman

Eric Brickman is the visionary responsible for Newport's industry-leading digital experiences and all of the firm's technology and product/platform development. He is also responsible for strategic planning in the areas of technology innovation, web-based solutions, online client service and delivery strategy, product strategy, organizational development and partnerships, outsourcing and alliances. He has more than 22 years of experience leading strategy, e-business and technology in the financial services industry. He began his career leading key strategic initiatives within Prudential Financial's U.S. consumer, global operations and institutional divisions, where he led e-business and digital experience for the firm¹s 40 million customers, as well as service delivery strategy and product management for the firm's personal wealth management, employee benefits and corporate services groups. Eric earned his bachelor's degree in marketing and economics from Muhlenberg College and a master's degree in business administration and international management from Seton Hall University and Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. Eric regularly speaks/presents at conferences on technology innovation and the digital experience within the retirement and executive benefits industries and is often quoted in industry publications.