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Dan Browne and Chloe Pitchford join TMHCC’s Professional Risk team

12th November 2024 - Author: Beth Musselwhite -

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Tokio Marine HCC (TMHCC), a specialty insurance provider, has announced the appointments of Dan Browne as a Professional Indemnity (PI) Underwriter and Chloe Pitchford as a PI Development Underwriter.

Tokio Marine HCCBoth will join TMHCC’s expanding Professional Risk team, with Browne based in London and Pitchford in Manchester.

These appointments strengthen TMHCC’s ability to manage a growing portfolio and reflect its commitment to delivering high-quality service and customised risk solutions to support brokers and insureds.

In his role, Browne will focus on business development in the London market. He joins TMHCC from Travelers, where he served as Development Underwriter. Previously, he served as an Underwriter Assistant at Hiscox.

Julia McCarthy, London Underwriting & Operations Manager- Professional Risks, commented, “At TMHCC, our priority has always been to support our broking partners and ensure suitable policies are available to meet the needs of our clients. Having the right talent in place to help our clients better understand their risk environment is more important than ever, so we’re pleased to welcome Dan to the team. We are confident his experience will boost our capabilities and further solidify our position as a leading player in the professional indemnity market.”

In her new role, Pitchford will focus on expanding the PI portfolio and managing relationships across TMHCC’s broker network. She joins from AXA UK, where she was a Professional Indemnity Underwriter, and previously held roles at Brunel Professions Ltd., Kingsbridge Insurance Brokers, and Bluefin.

Frances Eaton, Underwriting Manager, Professional Risks North, stated, “In today’s market conditions, characterised by heightened legal scrutiny and evolving regulatory standards, TMHCC is committed to protecting our clients and offering best-in-class service and policy cover when their reputation and financial stability is at risk. As our team grows, so does our diversity of knowledge, which enables us to understand our clients’ unique needs. Chloe’s drive and previous experience will be an invaluable asset in reinforcing the commitment to our clients, and I look forward to working with her.”