Bermuda-based insurer and reinsurer, Aspen Insurance Holdings, appointed John Welch as the Chief Underwriting Officer of its reinsurance division, effective June 26.
With over three decades of global experience in reinsurance, Welch brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role. Welch’s extensive executive background includes leadership positions at prominent global players in the reinsurance industry.
Most recently, he served as the Chief Executive of Domestic Markets at AXA XL Re, where he successfully led reinsurance underwriting teams across various locations worldwide. Prior to his tenure at AXA XL Re, Welch held several senior roles within AXA XL, XL Catlin Group, and XL Group.
In his new position, Welch will assume responsibility for Aspen Reinsurance, spearheading the design and implementation of the underwriting strategy for this segment.
Reporting directly to Christian Dunleavy, Group Chief Underwriting Officer, Welch will join the Group Executive Committee and be based at the company’s headquarters in Stamford, CT.
Christian Dunleavy expressed his confidence in Welch’s appointment, stating, “John is an excellent addition to the Aspen family. He is an established leader in the reinsurance industry with an impressive track record of building new businesses and driving profitable growth. John will play a crucial role driving Aspen’s ambitious agenda for its reinsurance segment.”
“I am impressed by the quality and expertise of Aspen’s team and the strong results of Aspen and its reinsurance segment. The business is at an exciting point, and I look forward to working with Aspen Re’s customers on their risk management challenges,” Welch said.
