Specialty insurance brokerage, Risk Strategies, has appointed Drew Carnase as Chief Operating Officer (COO), Commercial Lines.
Carnase brings nearly three decades of insurance industry experience managing commercial lines operations across the country, having joined Risk Strategies two years ago.
In his new role, he will focus on scaling and optimising Risk Strategies Commercial Lines Operations by advancing its specialty focus, enhancing strategic and operational efficiencies, integrating newly acquired companies, and elevating the services and solutions available to clients.
John Scroope, National Director of Retail Operations, Risk Strategies, commented: “As Risk Strategies continues to grow rapidly, we are strategically investing in our leadership structure, aligning with our business priorities and specialties.
“Drew is an innovative leader with a strong history of successfully managing large teams, resolving complex challenges, and delivering new solutions that meet clients’ evolving needs.”
Prior to his new role, Carnase led the national build-out and launch of the company’s small business commercial business unit. This strategic initiative, Risk Strategies stated, was focused on delivering a superior client experience, driving operational consistency, and creating overall value as a platform for growth.
He previously held the role of President of Commercial Operations at OneBeacon Insurance as well as Senior Vice President at Chubb. The new COO was also the founder of a successful small business and has served on numerous business and community boards, including Executive Board Member at Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of Advisory Board at Byrne Financial Freedom.
Commenting on his appointment, Carnase said: “I am looking forward to collaborating with our talented team of commercial, industry, and product specialists across the country to build a differentiated commercial lines operation that can consistently deliver a superior client experience.”
