Global insurer American International Group (AIG), Inc. has appointed Ray Hall as Head of Western World, effective immediately, based in Scottsdale, Arizona.
In the role, Hall will report to Lou Levinson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Lexington Insurance, an AIG subsidiary.
He will drive and execute the firm’s strategies for the contract bind market.
Levinson commented on the appointment, “Ray’s appointment reflects AIG’s deep bench strength and strong talent-from-within culture. I am certain that Western World will continue to thrive and innovate in the contract bind space as Ray leads the company into its next chapter of growth and excellence.”
Hall has 27 years of industry experience with a focus on contract bind space. He joined AIG in 2020 as the National Director of Western World. In the role, he was pivotal in transforming the company’s contract bind franchise, leading initiatives in product development, enhancing underwriting discipline, attracting top talent, and strengthening relationships with wholesale brokers.
Western World offers dedicated wholesale solutions in the contract bind property, casualty and garage segments. The company is part of AIG’s leading Excess & Surplus lines platform, which includes Lexington Insurance and provides non-admitted solutions to wholesale brokers and their clients.
Don Bailey, Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, AIG North America Commercial Insurance, added, “Western World’s market-leading capabilities are a critical element of our North America growth strategy in the Excess & Surplus lines market. Ray’s extensive experience and proven track record makes him the ideal leader for this important business.”
Hall said, “I am honoured to take on this important role leading Western World, AIG’s contract bind business, and I look forward to working with my colleagues across the organisation to drive continued profitable growth.”
