Novatae Risk Group, a wholesale insurance brokerage, managing general agency, and program manager, has announced the appointment of Walter Juergens as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
In his new role, Juergens will oversee the entirety of Novatae’s financial management. His responsibilities include driving a strategic financial mindset and implementing change throughout the organization.
The executive will serve as a vital member of both the Novatae Executive Leadership team and the World’s Corporate Financial Leadership team.
“Walter brings exactly the kind of strategic, hands-on financial leadership we need at this stage of our journey,” said Nick Greggains, president of Novatae. “His experience with complex operations and building scalable finance support structures will be pivotal to our long-term vision.”
“Novatae feels like a natural fit and I am excited to join such a dynamic and forward-thinking team,” said Walter Juergens, chief financial officer of Novatae. “The firm is growing exponentially and ensuring its financial capabilities keep pace is an exciting prospect.”
Juergens has more than 15 years of leadership experience in insurance, professional services and complex project-based businesses.
He most recently served as Regional CFO at AssuredPartners, and prior to that he was at KPMG. Juergens is a Certified Public Accountant.
“Walter’s blend of Big Four rigor from his KPMG days, strategic insight and proven ability to fuel growth in complex businesses makes him the perfect fit,” said Renae Flanders, World’s chief financial officer. “We’re excited to have Walter join our team!”
