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News on insurance and reinsurance industry hiring, appointments and people move news and announcements. Covering key hires and people moves across the global reinsurance, commercial and specialty insurance markets.
Kemper appoints Bradley Camden as new EVP and CFO
14th February 2024
Kemper Corporation has announced the promotion of Bradley Camden to the position of Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), transitioning from his role as Interim CFO since last September. In his new capacity, Camden will report directly to Joseph Lacher, Jr., Kemper’s President, CEO, and Chairman. Expressing confidence ... Read the full article
Ardonagh Specialty names Patrick Rastiello CEO of NA reinsurance operations
13th February 2024
Ardonagh Specialty has appointed Patrick Rastiello as CEO of its North American reinsurance operations. Rastiello was most recently CEO and President of Accredited, where he reportedly grew the business to over $1.1 billion premium run rate, leading on underwriting and growth decisions. Before Accredited, he spent almost two and a half decades ... Read the full article
Chedid Re announces two new appointments to Facultative Division
13th February 2024
Reinsurance broker Chedid Re has announced two new appointments within its Facultative Division, Patricia Atallah as Senior Director of the firm’s Property portfolio and Jalal Tabaja as Senior Director of Energy, Marine & Specie. Based in Lebanon, Atallah brings to her new role close to two decades of industry experience. She takes ... Read the full article
Acrisure launches Aerospace division to meet industry needs
13th February 2024
Acrisure, a global Fintech company, has introduced Acrisure Aerospace, a new division focused on meeting the specific needs of the aerospace industry. Under the leadership of Managing Partner Jason Riley, Acrisure Aerospace brings together several Acrisure businesses. Whether it's personal planes, commercial flights, or rocket launches, Acrisure Aerospace assists clients in ... Read the full article
CFC appoints SCOR’s Samantha Tanner as Chief Actuary
13th February 2024
CFC, the specialist insurance provider with expertise in emerging risk and cyber, has appointed Samantha Tanner, formerly of global reinsurer SCOR, as its new Chief Actuary. Tanner brings more than two decades of insurance experience in the Lloyd’s market and internationally to the role. She started her actuarial career at KPMG ... Read the full article
Tokio Marine (TMHCCI) appoints Nicola Hannay as Head of Power Generation in London
13th February 2024
Tokio Marine HCC International (TMHCCI), a member of the Tokio Marine HCC group of companies, has appointed Nicola Hannay as the Head of Power Generation, effective immediately, reporting to Ben Kinder, Chief Underwriting Officer - Marine, Energy and Renewables. Based out of the firm's London energy practice, Hannay's appointment will work ... Read the full article
Compre implements management changes to drive global operations
13th February 2024
In response to significant growth and recent successful transactions, Compre, the Bermuda-based international legacy group, has announced pivotal management changes aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and global client solutions. The establishment of a Global Claims and Operations function marks a strategic consolidation within Compre, ensuring optimal portfolio management and client service ... Read the full article
Burns & Wilcox names Hiscox’s Wood head of Professional Liability practice
13th February 2024
Wholesale insurance brokerage and underwriter, Burns & Wilcox, has announced the appointment of Andy Wood as Vice President and Practice Group Leader, Professional Liability. In his new role, Wood will be responsible for working across Burns & Wilcox to build a cohesive strategy and develop new products and programs while aggressively recruiting ... Read the full article
ELAM Insurance Group expands presence in Cyprus with SAYA RE
12th February 2024
In a strategic move aimed at solidifying its standing as a premier provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions in the MENA Region, ELAM Insurance Group - Insurance & Reinsurance Solutions announced its expansion in Cyprus. The establishment of SAYA Reinsurance Brokers LTD (SAYA RE) marks a pivotal step in the company's ... Read the full article
Miller hires Kennedy as Client Advocate across Upstream and Onshore Energy teams
12th February 2024
Independent specialist (re)insurance broker Miller has appointed Hayley Kennedy as Client Advocate across its Upstream and Onshore Energy teams. According to Miller, in her new role, Kennedy will focus on client development and tenders with particular attention on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Kennedy joins Miller from Shell International ... Read the full article
Galway Holdings reshuffles executive leadership team
12th February 2024
Galway Holdings, a diversified broker and insurance distribution platform, has appointed Steve Denton as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Galway Retail Services, with John Jennings taking over as CEO of Galway Specialty Markets. Changes within the firm's executive leadership team also sees John Hahn, Galway’s Executive Chairman, take on the ... Read the full article
PoloWorks announces launch of captive manager, Polo Insurance Managers
12th February 2024
Lloyd’s and London Market insurance services provider, PoloWorks, has unveiled captive manager, Polo Insurance Managers (PIM) after the Guernsey Financial Services Commission granted ‘approval in principle’. According to the announcement, PIM will be one of the few independent insurance managers active in Europe. PoloWorks also confirmed that PIM will serve captive, commercial ... Read the full article
IQUW bolsters Property team with three new hires
12th February 2024
Specialty re/insurer IQUW has announced the appointment of three senior executives to its Property team, Mike Barrett, Jonathan Powell and Charles Tinworth. The new hires, IQUW stated, will enhance service to brokers and support the strategic growth of the business both in London and internationally. Barrett was named Lead Underwriter for Property ... Read the full article
Markel names Jack Matthews underwriter for War and Terrorism portfolio
12th February 2024
Markel has announced the appointment of Jack Matthews as Underwriter for its War and Terrorism portfolio. According to Markel, Matthews' primary objectives in the new role will involve supporting the senior members of its War and Terrorism team by identifying new opportunities to accelerate growth across the portfolio. He will also reportedly ... Read the full article
Estep to succeed Frias as President of Group Insurance, Prudential
12th February 2024
Prudential Financial, Inc., has announced that Mike Estep, head of product for Group Insurance, will succeed Yanela Frias as president of its Group Insurance business following Frias’ appointment as Prudential’s CFO. The company explained that the change is effective March 15, 2024. In his new role, Estep will report to Caroline Feeney, ... Read the full article