OMERS Alessandra Casciato wins Rising Star award
October 20, 2025
Following the conclusion of 12 months of extensive and probing research, Alessandra Casciato, Lead, Pension Education and Relationship Management, OMERS, has been crowned as one of the Benefits and Pensions Monitor’s (BPM) Rising Stars.
The list of winners was finalized by BPM’s 30+ strong Intelligence Unit, who spoke to and gained exacting insight from a range of respected and independent industry sources. This information was then coupled with in-depth industry research and input from the Benefits and Pensions Monitor editorial panel.
“With this recognition Alessandra has proven [herself] to be a force among the new generation of industry leaders,” said Chris Sweeney, Managing Editor for Special Reports at BPM. “[She] stands out for [her] commitment and exceptional levels of service.”
Alessandra strengthens pension understanding where it matters most, with members and employer administrators. She designs and delivers education so members feel informed when they make choices, and she supports administrators to keep practices compliant and consistent across workplaces.
Says Alessandra, “Ultimately, helping members see the bigger picture often reduces anxiety and makes them feel more confident about their retirement plans.”
Her work focuses on usability, turning complex rules into usable guidance. She closes knowledge gaps before they become errors and pilots improvements that make administration smoother. The result is fewer surprises for members at key life moments and more confidence for employers as they run the plan day to day. At 27, she already operates as a connector between policy, process, and people, which is exactly where large plans earn trust. That blend of technical skill and practical impact is what BPM says makes Alessandra a Rising Star.