Key Leadership Changes at Arch Insurance and DUAL Europe: Insights on Recent Appointments
In this edition of International People Moves, we explore significant leadership appointments at Arch Insurance and DUAL Europe. These changes reflect the evolving landscape of the insurance industry and a commitment to strengthening offerings in specialized sectors, particularly executive assurance and cyber insurance.
Arch Insurance Strengthens Executive Assurance in France
Appointment of Julien Martins
Arch Insurance has appointed Julien Martins as the new Head of Executive Assurance for France. This strategic role, effective immediately, positions Martins to oversee the development of Arch’s executive assurance portfolio within the French market and beyond.
Julien Martins
Role Responsibilities and Regional Focus
Martins joins Arch Insurance (EU) dac (AIEU) from AXA XL, where he most recently served as the Regional Product Leader for Casualty in APAC and Europe. His extensive experience includes underwriting roles at Liberty Specialty Markets and XL Catlin. At Arch, he will focus on crafting directors and officers (D&O) coverage tailored for commercial clients, financial institutions, and SMEs, particularly in French-speaking countries: France, Monaco, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
Matthew Brophy, Chief Underwriting Officer at AIEU, expressed optimism regarding Martins’ appointment, emphasizing the growing demand in France’s executive assurance market. “Julien’s reputation, market knowledge, and relationships make him ideally suited to support our local clients effectively,” he stated.
DUAL Europe Enhances Cyber Insurance Division
Strategic Appointments in Cyber Insurance
DUAL Europe, a leading managing general agent and unit of insurance intermediary Howden, is reinforcing its cyber insurance capabilities with key organizational changes aimed at meeting the evolving needs of brokers and clients throughout Europe.
Marek Stanislawski; photo credit: LinkedIn
Marek Stanislawski Takes the Helm
Effective September 3, Marek Stanislawski has joined DUAL Europe as the Head of Business Development, Cyber Europe. Stanislawski brings over 15 years of experience from Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS), most recently serving as the Global Cyber Underwriting Lead. His role at DUAL will involve enhancing broker partnerships and developing cutting-edge client offerings to address increasing cyber threats.
Promotions for Enhanced Regional Focus
Additionally, Erika Chemello and Johan Hedenstedt have been promoted to lead the cyber teams for Southern and Northern Europe, respectively, effective October 1. Chemello will oversee operations in Southern Europe, including Italy and the Iberian Peninsula, while Hedenstedt will focus on the Nordics, Ireland, and Benelux.
DUAL Europe aims to create a robust pan-European cyber insurance ecosystem by combining local expertise with cross-border collaboration. This new structure ensures aligned strategies across various European markets, while also maintaining a consistent delivery framework in established markets like Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and France.
Commitment to Cyber Insurance Innovation
These strategic appointments mark a pivotal moment for DUAL Europe, elevating its ambition to become a formidable player in the cyber insurance sector. By leveraging expert knowledge and regional scale, DUAL is set to tackle the challenges posed by the dynamic digital landscape.
Conclusion
With these appointments, both Arch Insurance and DUAL Europe are well-positioned to expand their market presence and meet the growing demand for specialized insurance solutions. The changes herald a new chapter as both organizations enhance their capabilities to cater to the evolving needs of their clients.
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