American International Group (AIG) has named Ed Dandridge as its new Head of Marketing and Communications, General Insurance.
In his new role, Dandridge will support the development and implementation of General Insurance’s global marketing and communications strategy, and will report to Peter Zaffino, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), General Insurance.
The appointment will be effective from April 16th, 2018, and will see Dandridge become a member of the General Insurance Executive Leadership Team.
Dandridge joins AIG from broker Marsh & McLennan, where he has served as global Chief Marketing and Communications Officer since 2014.
Zaffino said: “Ed is a seasoned and highly talented marketing and communications professional. His accomplished background in developing and managing all aspects of a corporate marketing and communications function, along with his strong vision and ability to effectively communicate an organization’s strategy, will make him a terrific leader as we position General Insurance for the future.”
Dandridge also commented: “I am excited to join the General Insurance team during a period of significant transformation and opportunity at AIG.
“AIG is an iconic brand in the global financial services industry, and I look forward to working closely with Peter and his team to write the next chapter in the company’s history.”
Before Marsh & McLennan, Dandridge was President and CEO of The National Association of Investment Companies, and has also served as Chief Communications Officer for information services company Nielson, and as Vice President of Network Television at ABC.
