Everest Group, Ltd., an underwriting organisation specialising in reinsurance and specialty insurance solutions, has announced the appointment of Lisa Davis as Head of North America, Wholesale & Specialty.
In her new position at Everest, Davis will oversee the Company’s North America Wholesale & Specialty operations, including underwriting direction, distribution oversight and portfolio management across the region.
She will report directly to Jason Keen, Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Global Wholesale & Specialty at Everest, and will be part of his senior leadership group.
Davis has more than 35 years’ experience in developing and expanding specialty insurance businesses within wholesale markets, with particular strength in underwriting leadership, portfolio oversight and distribution strategy.
She most recently led the development and growth of Canopius’ US operations, achieving consistent profitable performance while substantially increasing scale. Before that, she held the role of President and Chief Operating Officer for North America at Sompo America, and earlier senior leadership positions at Zurich North America and The St Paul Companies.
“Along with her extensive experience, Lisa brings a combination of underwriting discipline, operational leadership, and strong relationships that are critical in this environment,” added Keen.
“Her ability to build profitable specialty businesses, lead high-performing teams, and deepen broker relationships will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our North America platform, deliver disciplined, profitable growth, and execute our long-term strategy.”
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