Welcoming Melanie Marks Hitchen to Snellings Walters Employee Benefits

Snellings Walters Insurance Agency is proud to welcome Melanie Marks Hitchen to our Employee Benefits practice, marking an exciting new chapter in our continued growth and leadership. 

Melanie joins Snellings Walters as a Partner in Middle Market Employee Benefits, bringing deep self-funding experience and a leadership style rooted in innovation and doing what is right. Her addition reflects our intentional approach to building a team of like-minded talent who believe growth should never come at the expense of relationships or values. 

A Values-Led Decision 

For Melanie, joining Snellings Walters was a thoughtful decision grounded in alignment and long-term vision. 

“Doing the right thing is not always the easy thing,” Melanie shared. “But with the right group of people who share the same mindset, it becomes possible to grow without losing what matters most.” 

That belief is central to how we build at Snellings Walters. We are anchored in what matters most. And growth is most powerful when it is intentional and personal. 

Why Snellings Walters 

Melanie first connected with the Snellings Walters team through the ParetoHealth community, where a shared belief stood out immediately. At Snellings Walters, we lead with conviction about what is best for the client, and we show up with the clarity and confidence to stand behind that belief. 

That mindset is reflected in how we approach our work and the expectations we hold for ourselves as leaders. Melanie was drawn to an environment where leadership is authentic, and people are supported to do their best work. 

Simply put, the alignment was clear. 

Strengthening Our Employee Benefits Practice 

Melanie joins Snellings Walters at a pivotal moment as our Employee Benefits practice continues to evolve to meet the needs of growing organizations. With strong experience in self-funding, she brings added depth to a team focused on clarity and thoughtful decision-making. 

Her leadership will help shape what comes next as we continue to build for the future. 

Looking Ahead 

“It is a privilege to welcome Melanie to our agency,” said CEO, Billy Potter. “She brings both depth of experience and genuine character. Melanie embodies our core values and has a clear desire for personal and professional growth. I am confident she will help us write the next chapter of our story.” 

We are thrilled to welcome Melanie Marks Hitchen to Snellings Walters Insurance Agency. Learn more about Melanie’s background and experience by visiting her full bio.