Personnel Changes and High-Level Promotions as of June 9, 2025
In the ever-evolving world of insurance, several key appointments and promotions have been announced across various companies. Here's a roundup of some of the most significant changes:
New Appointees and Promotions
- Chris Rash, CEO of AIG UK, has been added to the London Market Group's board as the representative of the International Underwriting Association (IUA).
- Joe Zuk, an operations and investment executive with extensive experience in reinsurance and MGA operations, has been appointed as an operating partner at US-based Altamont Capital Partners (ACP).
- Milad Aslaner has been appointed as Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Logpoint.
- Paul Latarche will lead Verisk Specialty Business Solution's digital strategy across the UK and international markets, taking on the role of Chief Digital Officer.
Senior Leadership Changes
Several major insurance companies have announced a series of senior leadership changes. Here are some notable appointments:
- SCOR has appointed Philipp Rüede as the CEO of SCOR Life & Health, effective from June 1, 2025.
- SiriusPoint has a new Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer in Philip Enan.
- Joseph J. Plumeri joins Insurance Advisory Partners (IAP) as Chairman and investor.
- Quandri has a new Head of Strategy and Partnerships in Patrick Mulroy.
- USAA has a new Chief Risk Officer in Brian Goldman.
- Encova Insurance has a new Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer in Ramu Lingala.
- mea Platform has a new Board Chairman and Strategic Advisor in Mike McGavick.
- Chubb has a new Head of Major Accounts and Distribution for Continental Europe, Middle East, and North Africa in Carla Orejas.
- Hiscox has a new Chief Technology Officer for Hiscox London Market in Phil Withey.
- Merchants Insurance Group has several new appointees: Doug Zeyak (Vice President, Product & Programs), Lori Moore (Vice President, Chief Actuary), and Brett Eater (Vice President, Head of Underwriting).
- Allianz Commercial has a new CFO in Hyeji Kang.
- Alliant Insurance Services has a new Vice President in the Employee Benefits Group in Steve Wolfenberger.
- Novatae Risk Group has a Vice President of Data, Business Intelligence, and Innovation in Anju Arora.
- Risk Placement Services (RPS) has a new National Personal Lines Practice Leader in Adrianna Rivera.
- WTW has a new Senior Director in the Insurance Consulting and Technology business in Gary Finkelstein.
Company-Specific Appointments
- QBE has appointed Adrian Browne as Director of Underwriting, Casualty for the UK, effective from 1 January 2026.
- Arch Insurance International has appointed Ed Short as Head of Digital.
- Markel has promoted Mike Petchey to head of schemes.
- Steve Parker has been appointed as Managing Director of Gallagher's specialist UK property insurance provider, Vasek Insurance.
- Andy Marcell now leads Aon's integrated Risk Capital and Human Capital capabilities across the firm's Reinsurance, Commercial Risk, Health, Wealth and Talent teams.
- Mosaic Insurance has promoted Yosha DeLong to the new role of Global Engagement Officer and hired Brian Bonkoski to lead the company's cyber business.
- Whitespace, Verisk's digital platform, now includes U.S.-based brokers, wholesalers, carriers, and risks.
- Christian Bangsgaard, an experienced NED and software sales leader in insurance software, has been appointed as a non-executive board member at Insly.
- Chris Bose has been appointed Director of General Insurance & International at the ABI.
- Konsileo has appointed Joe Zuk to its board of directors.
With these changes, the insurance sector is poised for continued growth and innovation in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates on these and other companies in the industry.
- In his new role as Director of Underwriting, Casualty for the UK at QBE, Adrian Browne will contribute to the growth and innovation in the insurance sector.
- Chris Rash's addition to the London Market Group's board as the representative of the International Underwriting Association (IUA) demonstrates the significance of underwriting in the insurance industry.
- The appointment of Joe Zuk as an operating partner at US-based Altamont Capital Partners (ACP) showcases the importance of experienced professionals in the field of reinsurance and MGA operations.
- With the appointment of Milad Aslaner as Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Logpoint, the company is leveraging insurtech for digital strategy across the UK and international markets.
