Leslie Group merging with Marathon Benefits to expand presence in Western Canada

Employee benefits consulting firm the Leslie Group Ltd. is merging with Marathon Benefit Corp. to increase its footprint in Western Canada.

“The addition of Marathon to our organization continues our commitment to our clients to provide a high level of service,” said Shawn Leslie, president and chief executive officer of the Leslie Group, in a press release. “In addition, I am especially proud to support Alberta though the expansion of the Leslie Group in Alberta.”

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Lynn Favorite, managing owner of Marathon, noted the firm is excited about the merger and feels strongly that the two organizations’ combined areas of expertise will provide greater value for its plan sponsor clients.