EPIC is excited to announce that Cody Hunter has joined the firm as Managing Principal in our Houston, TX office where he will serve as the Houston Employee Benefits Practice Leader.

Cody is an employee benefits professional with more than 30 years of experience advising organizations on finance, plan design, governance, risk management, and fiduciary best practices. He began his career in underwriting and sales before founding the benefits division at The Mid-Continent Companies, Ltd. in 2002, where he served as both consultant and division leader.

Known for simplifying complex regulatory and financial concepts, Cody helps C-suite leaders and benefits committees understand ERISA requirements, evaluate financial structures and fees, manage risk, and maintain strong documentation practices.

“We are thrilled to welcome Cody to our Employee Benefits team,” said Nancy Webster, Executive Managing Principal and Texas Employee Benefits Practice Leader. “His depth of experience, proven sales strategy, and strong client‑centric approach make him an exceptional addition to our practice. Cody is a natural leader with a track record of driving growth, and we are excited for the impact he will make across Texas and beyond.”

“Cody brings the expertise, energy, and leadership that align perfectly with our vision for continued growth in the West Region,” said KJ Wagner, President, West Region. “His ability to build meaningful relationships, execute successful strategies, and inspire those around him sets him apart. We’re excited to have him join EPIC and look forward to the contributions he will make to our team and our clients.”

Learn more about our Employee Benefits Practice.