Swiss Re Corporate Solutions replaces EMEA CEO following resignation

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions has appointed Fred Kleiterp as CEO of Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), with effect from July 2017. He succeeds Tony Buckle, who has stepped down from the position.

In this role, Kleiterp will be responsible for managing the strategy, development and performance of the company's presence in the EMEA commercial insurance markets. He previously held the same role from 2009 to 2013.

Currently serving as CEO of Asia Pacific, Swiss Re Corporate Solutions, Kleiterp will relocate from Singapore to Zurich.

Kleiterp joined Swiss Re in 2001 and held several positions within the group before joining Corporate Solutions in 2009.

Rudolf Flunger, chief regions officer, Swiss Re Corporate Solutions, said: "Fred's recent international experience in Asia Pacific, combined with his previous role as leader of our EMEA organisation, gives him the ideal background to further strengthen our presence in the region and fortify our relationships with clients and brokers."

"I'd like to extend my gratitude to Tony for his dedication and commitment to Corporate Solutions," Flunger added. "Under his leadership, our operation in EMEA has grown profitably and is well positioned for the future."

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