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Panel Discussion: Converging Capital Structures
ILS [Bermuda] Ltd., organisers of the Bermuda Convergence 2015, announced the second panel session that will be held at this year’s event as ‘Converging capital structures – Why are alternative reinsurers becoming traditional and traditional reinsurers becoming alternative?’ Moderated by Donald Mango of Guy Carpenter, panellists will include... Read more of this article
Validus Group Appoints China Representative
Bermuda-based Validus Holdings, Ltd. announced the appointment of Ellie Zhou as Underwriting Manager for Greater China to support the Validus Groups’ existing Chinese customers and grow the firm’s business in the region. “China is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing insurance markets and continues to expand significantly,”... Read more of this article
Bermuda Shorts & Ian Bickley In NY Times Q&A
Ian Bickley has been profiled by the New York Times in a Q&A piece, detailing his start with selling Bermuda shorts before going on to serve as president of the international group of Coach, a leatherware and clothing manufacturer. In the Q&A article, Mr. Bickley details a business he started in 1986, saying, “It was a business I started... Read more of this article
Fidelis Strengthens Underwriting Capabilities
Fidelis Insurance announced a series of senior underwriting appointments; Nick Burkinshaw joins as Chairman of Specialty, Ben Savill takes up his role as Bermuda Chief Executive Officer and Richard Holden his role of Head of North American Underwriting. “The three join Fidelis’ underwriting team of Dan Burrows, Philip Vandoninck, Richard Coulson... Read more of this article
Butterfield’s Brendan McDonagh To Step Down
The Bank of Butterfield announced that Brendan McDonagh, Executive Chairman, has informed the Board of his plans to step down from his post at the Company, effective immediately. “Mr. McDonagh has agreed to continue to be available to the Board and the Bank’s senior management to ensure a seamless transition,” the Bank said. “Mr.... Read more of this article
“Deploying And Sourcing The Next $60 Billion”
ILS [Bermuda] Ltd., organisers of the Bermuda Convergence 2015 announced the first panel session that will be held at this year’s event as ‘Deploying and Sourcing the Next $60 Billion.’ “Moderated by Paul Schultz of Aon Securities, panellists will include Greg Hagood of Nephila Capital, Michael Millette of Hudson Structured Capital, Anthony... Read more of this article
Third Point Re Appoints Group General Counsel
Third Point Reinsurance Ltd. announced that Janice Weidenborner has been appointed to the position of Executive Vice President and Group General Counsel, effective January 1, 2016. John R. Berger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Third Point Re, commented, “I am pleased to have Janice joining the Company as I believe her substantial experience... Read more of this article
Oyster Consulting Hires Compliance Consultant
Oyster Consulting [Bermuda] Ltd announced that Henry Komansky has joined the financial services consulting firm. Mr Komansky will be providing general compliance consulting with an emphasis on AML/CFT consulting, client due diligence, investigations, targeted training and MLRO services. Mr Komansky brings more than a decade of expertise in international... Read more of this article
Conan Ward Resigns As CEO Of Hamilton USA
Hamilton Insurance Group, the Bermuda-based holding company for property and casualty re/insurance operations in Bermuda, the US and at Lloyd’s, today [Oct 13] announced two changes in the executive management of the organization. Effective as of today, Conan Ward has resigned from his position as CEO of Hamilton USA, the company’s Princeton, New... Read more of this article
Kiskadee Investment Appoints Hughes & Swann
Hiscox Re’s Insurance Linked Strategies [ILS] operation, Kiskadee Investment Managers, has announced two senior appointments. Andrew Hughes will assume the role of ILS Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel, and Dr Matthew Swann has been appointed to the position of Portfolio Manager. In addition, Michael Jedraszak, who has served as the Director... Read more of this article
Validus Appoints Head of Treaty Reinsurance
Bermuda-based Validus Re, the reinsurance division of Validus Holdings, Ltd. announced the appointment of Jorge Beltran [pictured] as Executive Vice President, Head of Treaty of Validus Reaseguros, Inc. In this new role, Mr. Beltran will be responsible for the implementation and execution of Validus Re’s treaty strategy in Latin America. Kean Driscoll,... Read more of this article
Premier And BDA CEO Welcome Visiting Group
Over 100 members of the visiting Young Presidents’ Organization [YPO] and World Presidents’ Organization [WPO] were welcomed today [Oct 2] at the Hamilton Princess. BDA CEO Ross Webber spoke to the group highlighting historic links between Bermuda and the US, explaining the “Bermuda brand,” and detailing why the jurisdiction is not a tax haven. Premier... Read more of this article
