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News on insurance and reinsurance industry hiring, appointments and people moves. News and announcements covering key hires and people moves across the global reinsurance, commercial and specialty insurance markets.
WTW promotes Tony Simm to Head of Facultative for Great Britain
18th December 2024
Global insurance brokerage WTW has announced the appointment of Tony Simm as Head of Facultative for Great Britain, a London-based role. Prior to his promotion, Simm was Head of London Market Retro at WTW, a role he held since 2022 when he joined the company. The executive brings more than 15 years ... Read the full article
McGill and Partners hires Miller’s du Preez as Head of Emerging Technology
18th December 2024
McGill and Partners, an independent global specialty insurance and reinsurance broker, has announced the appointment of Andre du Preez as Head of Emerging Technology. du Preez's new position will focus on advancing the company’s digital-first strategy, driving innovation by utilising advanced technologies and nurturing a creative environment. He has proven experience of ... Read the full article
Joe Brace appointed LMA Operations Director
18th December 2024
The Lloyd’s Market Association (LMA) has appointed Joe Brace as Operations Director, where he will report to Sheila Cameron, Chief Executive Officer of the LMA. According to the announcement, Brace's appointment is effective Spring 2025. He will succeed Rob Myers, the current LMA Operations Director, who, after a career spanning more than ... Read the full article
Aon’s Luke Speight joins Lockton as UK Head of Fintech and Digital Assets
18th December 2024
Independent insurance broker Lockton has appointed Aon's Luke Speight as UK Head of Fintech and Digital Assets. In his new role, Speight is expected to spearhead a team of industry experts providing tailored risk and insurance solutions to fintech and digital asset companies as they navigate their emerging risk landscape. Speight's expertise ... Read the full article
Canopius appoints Olivia Brindle as Head of Sustainability
18th December 2024
Global specialty and P&C re/insurer Canopius Group has announced the appointment of Olivia Brindle as Head of Sustainability. In her new role, Brindle will report to Lindsay Astor, Chief of Staff and Head of Strategy. She will lead Canopius’ sustainability initiatives, ensuring a cohesive strategy that advances the company’s role in ... Read the full article
Pen Underwriting appoints Gallagher’s Hannah Fry as Chief Operating Officer
18th December 2024
Pen Underwriting, a subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., has announced the appointment of Hannah Fry as Chief Operating Officer, effective 6 January, 2025. Fry will join the Executive team of the multi-class, multi-territory specialist underwriting and distribution business. In her new role, she will be responsible for ensuring Pen has ... Read the full article
Gallagher names Bassett and Brookes as CEOs within Specialty arm
17th December 2024
Insurance and reinsurance broker Gallagher has appointed Paul Bassett as CEO of Crisis Management and Simon Brookes as CEO of Financial Lines within its Specialty division, both reporting to Jonathan Turner, CEO of Gallagher Specialty. Julian Wallers, who previously served as CEO of Financial Risks, overseeing both teams, has chosen to ... Read the full article
Nagpal to lead Gallagher Re’s Analytics team in APAC, Murch named Deputy Head
17th December 2024
Reinsurance broker Gallagher Re has announced some leadership changes within its Analytics team in Asia Pacific, appointing Hemant Nagpal as Head of Analytics and Darren Murch as Deputy Head of Analytics. Nagpal joined Gallagher Re from Moody's RMS in 2021 as Head of Catastrophe Analytics. Prior to his five year tenure ... Read the full article
MNRB appoints Dato’ Rudy Rodzila Che Lamin as Interim President & Group CEO
17th December 2024
MNRB Holdings Berhad, the parent company of Malaysian Re, has announced the appointment of Dato’ Rudy Rodzila Che Lamin as Interim President & Group CEO. Dato’ Rudy succeeds Zaharudin Daud who served as President & Group CEO of MNRB for the past four years. In his new role, he will collaborate with ... Read the full article
Agile appoints AXA XL’s David Hughes as Head of Marine and Deputy Active Underwriter
17th December 2024
Agile Insurance Group has announced the appointment of David Hughes as Head of Marine and Deputy Active Underwriter for its Lloyd’s syndicate, Agile Underwriting Services Syndicate AUS2427. Based in London, Hughes will operate with a global mandate and oversee a AUS$10 million line size. Robin Barham, CEO of Agile, stated, "We’re very ... Read the full article
Rohan Bhappu to succeed Goh Chye Huat as CEO of Howden Asia
17th December 2024
Global insurance and reinsurance broking group Howden has appointed Rohan Bhappu as Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Howden Asia, reporting to current CEO of the business, Goh Chye Huat, effective June 2025, based in Hong Kong. Bhappu will become CEO of Howden Asia on October 1st, 2025, reporting to David Howden, ... Read the full article
Cincinnati Financial announces leadership promotions for key insurance operations
17th December 2024
Insurer Cincinnati Financial Corporation is strengthening its leadership team to drive profitable growth in its insurance operations. Effective January 1, 2025, the company will promote experienced leaders to shape the strategies for its commercial/life and personal/specialty divisions. President & CEO Stephen M. Spray commented: "Cincinnati Insurance has achieved significant profitable growth over ... Read the full article
John Latter to lead Claims for Chubb Overseas General
16th December 2024
Global property and casualty insurer Chubb has appointed John Latter to lead Claims for Chubb Overseas General (COG), effective immediately, based out of London. In this new role, Latter will oversee Chubb's claims organization in Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Latin America and the Far East. He will also lead ... Read the full article
Dineika named Head of Technology Consulting UK&I at WTW
16th December 2024
Global insurance brokerage WTW has appointed Algirdas Dineika as the Head of Technology Consulting UK&I for WTW Insurance Consulting and Technology. In his new role, his past experience will play a key role in creating customer success and business value through the delivery of technology solutions created by insurers for insurers, ... Read the full article
AM Specialty appoints Stephen Mathews as Group CFO
16th December 2024
AM Specialty Insurance Group has announced the appointment of Stephen Mathews as Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mathews will lead the financial strategy for AM Specialty and its affiliates under the parent organisation, AM Holding Company. Shevawn Barder, CEO of AM Holding Company, expressed enthusiasm for Mathews’ appointment, stating, “We are delighted ... Read the full article
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