Swiss Re has named Urs Baertschi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Reinsurance EMEA, Regional President and member of the Group Executive Committee, succeeding Russell Higginbotham.
Baertschi’s appointment is effective September 1st, 2019 and remains subject to regulatory approval. He replaces Higginbotham, who earlier this month took on the role of CEO Reinsurance Asia and Regional President.
Baertschi has served as Swiss Re’s President of Reinsurance Latin America for the past four years, and prior to this, was Managing Director, Head Principal Investments & Acquisitions Americas. Before this, he held numerous M&A and private equity roles both in and outside of Swiss Re, focusing on insurance, healthcare, and financial services.
Swiss Re’s Chairman, Walter B. Kielholz, said: “Urs Baertschi is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of broad expertise in the financial services industry. He has a proven track record of fostering sustainable growth and the right skills to lead our business in EMEA to new strengths as we continue to focus on innovation across our business lines.
“We are pleased to appoint such a strong internal candidate to this important role, ensuring continuity for our clients.”
