Cleo Lewis

Cleo Lewis is a seasoned Senior Talent Consultant at USI Insurance Services, where she plays a pivotal role in advising management on the acquisition of top-tier talent who can best leverage the USI ONE Advantage®. With over a decade of experience in recruitment and talent strategy across the insurance and financial services industries, Cleo has established herself as a trusted partner in identifying and attracting professionals who drive organizational growth. Her expertise spans talent acquisition, strategic workforce planning, and relationship management—skills she has honed through key roles at Prudential Financial, AMS, Mutual of Omaha, and Express Employment Professionals.

At USI, Cleo combines analytical insight with a people-first approach to deliver results that align with the company’s mission of providing innovative insurance, employee benefits, and risk management solutions. She leverages the proprietary USI ONE™ platform, which integrates data analytics, networked resources, and strategic planning to deliver measurable impact. Cleo’s strength lies in her ability to connect talent with purpose, transforming underperforming regions into high-performing markets through her emphasis on genuine relationship-building and community engagement.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Cleo is deeply committed to service, faith, and family. She is actively involved in her church community alongside her husband, managing multiple ministries while raising two children. Through USI’s “USI Gives Back” program, she contributes her time and leadership to local social service initiatives, reflecting her belief in using professional success as a platform for positive impact. Cleo holds a Master of Science in Applied Psychology and a Post-Master’s Teaching Certification from Walden University, credentials that underscore her lifelong dedication to understanding people and helping them achieve their fullest potential.