Specialist insurance provider CFC has appointed Christyn Yoast as Global Head of Commercial to drive the group’s commercial strategy across its growing international footprint.
Yoast is expected to start in January 2026 and will be based in New York. She has over two decades of experience spanning underwriting, distribution, and strategy development across various lines of business.
Most recently, she served as the US President at Boxx Insurance, which was acquired by global insurer Zurich in July 2025.
Before this, Yoast was the North American Head of Underwriting & Distribution and Global API Channel Owner at Beazley Digital, leading the digital division’s portfolio and implementing API integration strategies to optimise policy management.
Previously, she has served as the Vice President of Carrier & Distribution Strategy at Amwins, spearheading strategic sales plans for the Western US. Yoast also held various positions of increasing responsibility at AIG and Liberty Mutual earlier in her career.
Louise O’Shea, Growup Chief Executive Officer, CFC, commented on the appointment, “I am delighted to welcome Christyn to CFC.
“She brings extensive experience in cultivating strategic partnerships and driving business growth. Her specialist insurance background, people-first approach and deep SME and digital knowledge make her an excellent fit for our business.”
Yoast added, “I’m excited to step into the role of Global Head of Commercial at such a pivotal moment for CFC. The business has built an exceptional platform, a distinctive people-first culture, and deep partnerships around the world.
“I look forward to working closely with our global teams to further align our commercial strategy, accelerate sustainable growth, and continue delivering meaningful value to our brokers and customers.”
