Global multi-line reinsurer Fortitude Re has announced that Denise Nichols has joined the company as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective November 1, 2022.
Nichols is a human resources leader with more than 30 years of insurance industry experience.
Most recently, she served as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Voya Health and Wealth Solutions, where she was responsible for human capital strategy, talent acquisition, leadership development, inclusion and diversity.
Prior to joining Voya Health and Wealth Solutions, Nichols served in various roles at Marsh & McLennan Companies including Head of Human Resources for Marsh U.S., Head of Global Talent Acquisition and Chief Administrative Officer for Marsh Global Specialties.
“Denise is an exceptionally talented executive with a strong track record of driving value for employees and all stakeholders with her strategic approach to building high performance teams and cultures,” said Fortitude Re Chief Executive Officer Alon Neches.
“Our most important resource is our people, and I look forward to partnering with Denise to continue building a franchise that develops, includes and retains world-class talent.”
Denise also commented: “I have admired Fortitude Re’s ascent as a leading global reinsurer that balances innovative client solutions with an emphasis on policyholders. Our talented employees drive our business forward and I am committed to taking an employee centric approach to delivering the tools and resources they need to benefit our clients and their policyholders. I am excited to join at a time of significant opportunity and I look forward to working with Alon and the team to continue building this exceptional franchise.”
