Global re/insurance brokerage Willis Towers Watson (WTW) has announced the appointment of Ben Dunston as Head of Broking in Asia, effective March.
Dunston was previously the Head of Marine at Chubb Insurance Company, Singapore.
Prior to that he held key leadership positions, including at Chubb Syndicate London and Pembroke Managing Agency London.
“With Ben’s track record and notable reputation within the broking, underwriting and carrier community, his expertise will be invaluable to our regional team,” said Scott Burnett, Head of Asia and CEO, Corporate Risk and Broking, Asia at Willis Towers Watson.
Commenting on his appointment, Dunston stated, “I am privileged to be given the opportunity at Willis Towers Watson at a time when the insurance market is embracing tremendous change through digital platforms and insurtech solutions.”
“In my new role as Head of Broking for Asia, I hope to shape product offerings and how we interact with customers to ensure that our clients get the best insurance solutions from the best insurance providers in the simplest and most effective way possible.”
Philip Smaje, Global Head of Broking, Willis Towers Watson added, “The appointment of Ben is a positive step we have taken to bring new talent into the company.”
“Ben will focus on exploring opportunities in the market that will not only provide our clients with a wider product offering, but also the chance to lead and harmonise a strong Willis Towers Watsons client-centric proposition to the market.”
