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Gallagher Re appoints Russell Hails as Executive Director, Head of MGA Solutions, APAC

12th May 2026 - Author: Beth Musselwhite -

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Gallagher Re, a global reinsurance broker and risk advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Russell Hails as Executive Director, Head of MGA Solutions, APAC.

Gallagher Re Hails joined Gallagher Re last year with a mandate to rebuild its MGA proposition in the Pacific region.

In his expanded role, he will work closely with colleagues across the APAC region and the Global Program Solutions team to identify and deliver growth opportunities.

Hails brings nearly two decades of industry experience, having previously worked at Lockton and spent 15 years at Willis Re in Sydney, where he led the firm’s facultative and MGA propositions.

Roshan Perera, Managing Director, Head of APAC at Gallagher Re, commented, “This appointment represents a significant step in enhancing our MGA proposition in the region and we are confident that Russell will drive growth and deliver exceptional results in this key area.”