Michael Lewis has been promoted to President of Marsh Risk Canada, succeeding Sarah Robson, who will continue to serve as Marsh Canada CEO.
Starting April 1st, Lewis will be responsible for the strategic development and execution of Marsh Risk’s commercial strategy in Canada, which covers specialty insurance broking solutions, risk consulting services, and the firm’s commercial, corporate, and risk management client segments.
He will also work closely with Marsh’s country leaders to deliver the firm’s capabilities across risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments and management consulting to clients.
Lewis will report jointly to Robson and Michelle Sartain, President, Marsh Risk for US and Canada.
Commenting on the appointment, Robson stated: “Michael’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as our Canadian clients face unprecedented economic and geopolitical volatility, including evolving trade policies, regulatory changes, and complex global risks. His commitment to clients, deep experience, and leadership will be critical in helping our clients navigate these challenges.”
Lewis currently serves as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for Marsh Canada and Head of Specialty and Industry for Marsh Risk Canada.
According to the announcement, the executive will retain his CCO role alongside his new responsibilities as President. A new Head of Specialty and Industry will be named in due course.
Lewis has been with Marsh Risk since 2006, when he joined the company’s Workforce Strategies group in Australia. He moved to Hong Kong in 2013 to lead the Workforce Strategies group there, then moved to Canada in 2018 to become the National Growth and Industry Leader.
Commenting on his appointment, Lewis said: “I look forward to working closely with our colleagues across Canada to build on the already strong foundation cemented by Sarah and to deliver continued innovation and stellar service to our clients.”
