Broker announces executive changes

Holmes Murphy & Associates LLC said Wednesday it has promoted Ellen Willadsen into the position of the broker’s first chief innovation officer.

Lindsay Chase will succeed her as chief financial officer. Ms. Chase was most recently senior vice president, finance.

Susan Hatten was named chief marketing officer, the broker said in its Wednesday statement. She was most recently senior manager, corporate community engagement.

All three are based in Waukee, Iowa, at Holmes Murphy’s headquarters, and report to Dan Keough, chairman and CEO, according to an email from a spokeswoman.