SYRACUSE — OneGroup NY, Inc., a subsidiary of Community Financial System, Inc. (NYSE: CBU), recently appointed Melissa Zornes as senior VP and employee benefits practice leader. Zornes brings two decades of experience and extensive knowledge of leading diverse teams, employee benefits, and organizations to OneGroup. She has held numerous leadership positions within the insurance industry, […]
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SYRACUSE — OneGroup NY, Inc., a subsidiary of Community Financial System, Inc. (NYSE: CBU), recently appointed Melissa Zornes as senior VP and employee benefits practice leader.
Zornes brings two decades of experience and extensive knowledge of leading diverse teams, employee benefits, and organizations to OneGroup. She has held numerous leadership positions within the insurance industry, demonstrating a collaborative approach that has driven positive company performance and innovation, according to a OneGroup news release.
In her new role at OneGroup, Zornes is leading the expansion of the employee benefits division across the company’s entire footprint. She is developing and implementing a multi-year strategic plan to grow the division — both in size and expertise.
“Melissa’s experience and leadership are invaluable as we expand and enhance our employee benefits offerings. Her guidance will elevate our capabilities and enrich our collective expertise,” Pierre Morrisseau, CEO of OneGroup, said in the release. We are on the brink of an exciting new chapter, ready to deliver outstanding service to our employees and clients with unwavering dedication and excellence.”
Zornes holds an MBA from Georgia College & State University and is a board member of the Applied Client Network.
OneGroup, based at 706 N. Clinton St. in Syracuse, is a risk management and insurance broker, offering employee benefits, business and personal insurance, HR consulting, risk-management consulting, and claims management. It employs more than 260 people.