USQRisk, an international managing general agent (MGA) specialising in alternative risk transfer and unique risk solutions, has announced the appointment of Ashleigh Sears as Head of Casualty.
Having joined the USQRisk team on April 2, Sears will be tasked with expanding and deepening USQRisk’s distribution networks, particularly in the retail and wholesale broker channels.
Additionally, she will be responsible for scaling USQRisk’s in-force structured casualty portfolio and building upon the existing casualty underwriting team.
“Hiring Ashleigh is the newest chapter in the expansion as we pursue new and interesting opportunities in the structured casualty space,” said Anibal Moreno, CEO of USQRisk.
Adding: “We have seen incredible growth over the past few years, and that is largely due to the wealth of expertise we have on our team. The addition of Ashleigh will only further enhance our capabilities as we seek to provide solutions to some of the toughest underwriting challenges in the market.”
Sears brings an accomplished track record of leadership and underwriting acumen to the USQRisk team as the business continues to grow its U.S. operations.
The executive is joining USQRisk from The Hartford Insurance Company, where she served as Northeast Division leader, Hartford Excess Solutions. She also served as Company and Vice President, Northeast and Assistant Vice President, Regional Manager New England at Navigators Management Company.
Sears commented: “Providing unique solutions for my clients has always been a focal point for me, and working with an MGA that specialises in alternative risk transfer will present an unparalleled opportunity to execute on this passion.”
“I’m thrilled to be joining this dynamic team and for the opportunity to bring our bespoke solutions to more of the market as risks continue to grow in complexity and clients seek out new alternatives to their risk placement needs.
