Tokio Marine HCC has announced the appointments of Stuart Wolstenholme and Lucy Smith in its international Media, Film & TV team within its Professional Risks unit.
Wolstenholme has been named Media Property and Liability Underwriting Manager, and brings more than 15 years of experience in the Media and Music industries to the firm.
He previously worked for Tokio Marine Kiln, where he managed the firm’s Media portfolio, and has held similar roles at Brit, Zurich, and QBE. In his new role, he will report to John Booth, Underwriting Director – Professional Risks.
Smith joins Tokio Marine HCC as Media, Film & TV Underwriter. She joins the firm from global insurer and reinsurer AXIS, and has held similar roles with CFC Underwriting, and Sportscover. In her new role, Smith will report to Ros Breese, who was appointed as Media, Film & TV Underwriting Manager in 2018.
Tony Browne, Managing Director – Professional Risks, said: “I am delighted with the additions of Lucy and Stuart which highlights our desire to develop our Media, Film & TV related packaged product lines.
“We have seen significant growth in this sector over the past twelve months, and I am looking forward to expanding our offerings in this business area further as we introduce additional experience, knowledge and expertise to the team. Media risks are continually evolving, and through these hires, we can ensure our insurance offerings remain both relevant and highly regarded in the market.”
