The reinsurance brokerage has named Vincenzo Cacia as the new CEO for Italy, alongside several other strategic hires aimed at fortifying its position in the region.
Based in Milan, Cacia will assume responsibility for overseeing all of Guy Carpenter’s broking activities throughout the country. He will report directly to Dorothée Mélis-Moutafis, who currently serves as the interim CEO of Europe. Cacia brings with him over 30 years of industry experience, having previously held the position of Managing Director and Head of Treaty Reinsurance, Italy at Howden since 2022. Prior to that, he spent more than 15 years in a similar role at Aon, where he led the company’s treaty reinsurance operations in Italy.
Mélis-Moutafis expressed her enthusiasm for Cacia’s appointment, highlighting the strength of Guy Carpenter’s market position in Italy. She emphasized the company’s broad range of capabilities and expertise that enables them to deliver exceptional service to their clients. Mélis-Moutafis believes that Cacia’s exceptional leadership experience and deep understanding of the local market will further enhance their client capabilities and build upon their existing success in the region.
In addition to Cacia’s appointment, Guy Carpenter also announced the hiring of Corrado Jamnikar as a Managing Director in broking, effective immediately. Furthermore, Francesco Altavilla will join the company as the Head of Analytics for Italy, starting from July 1, 2023.
Mélis-Moutafis said the importance of these appointments, underscoring the expansive range of market-leading solutions and strategic advisory services provided by Guy Carpenter’s broking and analytics teams in Italy. She stated that the company’s commitment to excellence is reflected in their ability to deliver at the highest level, and the expertise and experience of the newly appointed team members will contribute significantly to their ongoing success.
These strategic hires demonstrate Guy Carpenter’s dedication to reinforcing its capabilities and solidifying its presence in Italy. By assembling a team of industry specialists, the company aims to deliver exceptional service and support to its clients in the region.
