Helix Underwriting Partners Ltd, the Bermuda-based multi-line managing general agent (MGA), has announced the appointment of Kevin Copeland to the newly-created role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Copeland brings over 25 years of experience in the reinsurance, insurance, and investment industries, and will join Helix’s executive management team.
He most recently served as CFO of Kettle, where he will remain a Senior Advisor and Director of its Bermuda entities.
Prior to that, he was SVP Finance and Chief Investment Officer at James River Group Holdings, and CFO at JRG Reinsurance Company, a subsidiary of James River Group Holdings.
Earlier in his career, Copeland held various roles at Tokio Solution Management, Argo Re, and Tewksbury Capital Management. He began his career as an Audit Senior at KPMG Canada.
Claude Lefebvre, Managing Partner of Helix, said, “Kevin has an accomplished financial background with considerable experience in the Bermuda multi line re/insurance industry, as well as in the investment sector.
“He also has a strong track record of leading successful change while a company is in growth mode – he will be an invaluable asset to Helix as we execute on our short-term priorities and longer-term strategic objectives. I am delighted to welcome Kevin to Helix and look forward to working with him.”
Commenting on his appointment, Copeland said, “Helix has built a solid foundation for its business that is well-positioned for continued growth and success.
“I am delighted to be joining the Company at such an exciting time and look forward to working closely with the team as we continue to drive the company’s strategic vision forward.”
Nigel Mortimer, Managing Partner of Helix, added, “I’ve had the opportunity to work with Kevin on several occasions over my career and am very excited that we will now get the benefit of his deep knowledge and expertise at Helix, particularly as we are growing organically and geographically. We are looking to expand our operations in the US and in the UK, and we need to ensure that we have the right people onboard to help facilitate our future growth ambitions.”
