Leadership Change

Everest, the global (re)insurer, has announced two key strategic appointments within its international insurance operations, as it seeks to expand its European presence.

Wefox, the German insurance startup, is set to replace CEO Mark Hartigan according to a report by Bloomberg, following the board’s rejection of a proposal by its largest stakeholder, Mubadala, to sell the company to UK insurance broker Ardonagh. Hartigan, who assumed the role in March, will be replaced by the end of the year.

Zurich North America, a prominent provider of commercial property and casualty insurance, has appointed veteran insurance executive James Bracken as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Generali has announced the appointment of Cécile Paillard as Group Chief Transformation Officer, effective September 2, 2024.

Global advisory, broking, and solutions firm WTW has named Len Graziano as the Casualty Strategy and Execution Leader within its Corporate Risk and Broking division for North America (CRB NA).

hyperexponential, a UK insurtech specialising in insurance pricing software has announced it has appointed Risa Ryan as head of US P&C as it seeks to accelerate its footprint and offerings in North America.

Hank Watkins, regional director and president of Lloyd’s Americas, is set to take on a new role as the executive director and associate dean of St. John’s University’s Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance, and Actuarial Science. 

 In a recent industry move, Marsh has appointed Megan McClellan as Southeast Zone Leader, effective immediately. Based in Washington, D.C., McClellan will report to Pat Donnelly, President of U.S. and Canada at Marsh.

WTW (Willis Towers Watson) has announced the appointment of Neil Harrison, formerly Aon’s global chief claims officer, as its new global head of claims.

Lloyds, the world’s leading marketplace for insurance and reinsurance, has today announced that Dawn Miller has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer of Lloyd’s and CEO of Lloyd’s Americas, based in New York, with effect from 1 September 2024.

Swiss Re has revealed a significant leadership transition. In a statement released today, the Board of Directors has appointed Andreas Berger as the new Group Chief Executive Officer, effective from July 1, 2024.

ARMD, a prominent insurance Managing General Agent (MGA) championing the £6.5 billion underserved tradespeople market in the UK, has made a significant addition to its leadership team.

Julian Teicke, co-founder and CEO of wefox, has made the decision to transition to the President role on the insurtech’s board of directors.

Chubb, a global leader in insurance and reinsurance, has announced the promotion of Mark McCausland to the newly established position of Global Transformation Officer.

Marsh McLennan, a leading global insurance and reinsurance broking group, has announced the appointment of David Liston as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for the United States and Canada, effective immediately.

Markel Group has announced that Mike Heaton will assume the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.

AXA XL, the premier property and casualty (P&C) insurance and specialty risk division of the global insurer AXA, has announced the appointment of Simon Price as the new Head of M&A & Title – UK & Lloyd’s.

wefox has announced the appointment of Dominik Ulrich as its Chief Risk Officer (CRO), effective immediately.

Specialty insurer Tokio Marine Kiln (TMK) has announced the appointment of Matthew Shaw as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective April 1st, pending regulatory approval.

The CareVoice and its board of Directors have announced the appointment of former Generali Vitality CEO, Simon Guest as Chief Commercial Officer and member of its Leadership team.

London-based Tint Financial Services, a cross-border fintech firm focused on simplifying trade for SMEs and supply chains, has appointed Jodi Cartwright as Chief Commercial Officer.

Generali Global Corporate & Commercial (GC&C), a subsidiary of the renowned Italian insurance conglomerate, has recently named Carlos Gomez as its new Head of Insurance, effective January 30, 2024.

Marsh has announced the appointment of Lorraine Stack as the new risk management leader for Europe.

BMS Re, the specialty reinsurance division of global broker BMS Group, has announced the appointment of Andrew Wheeler and Russ McGuire as interim co-Chief Executive Officers of BMS Re as CEO, Pete Chandler steps down.

Zurich North America has announced significant changes in its Direct Markets and Crop sectors.

Root Platform (Root), the end-to-end insurance technology platform known for its low-code and API-first approach, welcomes Alex Astengo as the UK Country Manager, based in London. 

Chubb Bermuda has consolidated its Financial Lines and Excess Liability product lines, appointing Richard Porter to the pivotal role of Executive Vice President, Head of Liability Lines.

Zurich North America has announced the appointment of Ann Chai as Chief Risk Officer, effective January 16, succeeding Colleen Zitt, who has transitioned to the role of Vice President of End-to-End Process Controls within Zurich North America’s Finance team.

Insurance broker Lockton has reinforced its People Solutions team in Norway by welcoming four seasoned professionals from Aon Norway.

Previsico, the pioneering live flood forecasting insurtech, has announced the appointment of Craig Deacon as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). 

Verisk has revealed its latest leadership appointments as Doug Caccese and Saurabh Khemka have been appointed as co-presidents of Verisk Underwriting Solutions.

Alta Signa Europe B.V. (“Alta Signa”) has announced an upgraded underwriting structure and the appointment of seven key roles to further its business lines.

In a move aimed at enhancing organisational clarity, the co-CEOs of digital insurance firm Lemonade are set to resume their previous positions effective January 1.

French reinsurer SCOR is gearing up for a transformative year with the appointment of David Sütterle and Damien Bartlett to new senior roles, aiming to bolster the company’s strategic focus and streamline its operations.

Marsh, the insurance brokerage arm of Marsh McLennan, has revealed a series of significant senior appointments within its UK and Global Placement leadership team, set to take effect from January 1, 2024.