Global specialty re/insurer Argo Group International Holdings has appointed Thomas A. Bradley to its Board of Directors.
Before retiring in July 2017 Bradley served as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Allied World Assurance Company Holdings for five years
Prior to that, Bradley served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Fair Isaac Corporation and The St. Paul Companies, respectively.
“It is an honor to welcome Tom to our board,” commented Argo Group Chairman Gary Woods.
“As we continue to build shareholder value, it is critical to have the right board in place. Tom’s strong leadership and admirable history as an executive and leader of companies listed on the NYSE makes him a great addition to the board.”
Bradley also held senior financial and operational positions at Zurich Insurance Group, including as CFO for North America and as Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Underwriters Group (now Zurich Direct Markets).
“The knowledge he brings to our board of directors and leadership team will be pivotal in assessing and improving Argo Group’s financial structure and performance as we make the most of our position as a NYSE-listed company,” said Woods.
Argo Group CEO, Mark E. Watson III, added, “Risks are now emerging with increasing speed and variety, and companies in our industry must look into the future with even greater focus.”
“Tom is a financial expert whose strategic insights – gained over the course of a diverse and successful career – will be invaluable to Argo Group as we identify and adapt to these new risks and continue to evolve as a leading specialty underwriter.”
