Gallagher Re has appointed Hamish Dowlen as Managing Director of Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), effective 1 June 2024, while Ditte Deschars will be moving into the Chairperson role for EMEA, in addition to her leadership of the Nordic region.
Gallagher explained that for the past five years, Dowlen has been leading the DACH business, recently adding CEE & Holland to his management responsibilities.
“Not only is he an exceptional leader and people manager, he also brings deep experience as a successful producer with a tremendous work ethic,” commented outgoing CEO, International, Tony Melia.
Melia continued, “Ditte is a passionate regional leader, senior Client Advocate, and brings a wealth of experience with her work on the carrier management side. I wish them both every success in their new roles.”
Back in January, Gallagher Re announced the appointment of Dirk Spenner as Chief Executive Officer, International, effective 1st June 2024, taking over from the aforementioned Tony Melia, who is set to retire after a career spanning four decades.
Melia’s replacement, Spenner, joined Willis Re in 1996 and moved to Gallagher Re through the 2021 acquisition. He most recently ran the Gallagher Re EMEA business.
