ABIR unveils Chubb, Arch and Argo execs into leadership roles

The  Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) has unveiled new leadership for two of its committees, drawing from the senior executive talent of member companies.

Jevon Williams, of Chubb Bermuda, has been appointed co-chair of the ABIR Policy Committee, alongside continuing co-chair Gemma Carreiro, General Counsel of Hamilton Insurance Group. Williams replaces Edward Mishambi, who has relocated to the London offices of RenaissanceRe, where he serves as senior vice president and chief risk officer of Europe.

Appointed as deputy chair of the Policy Committee is Jim Paugh of Arch Re. Paugh replaces Tim Peckett, who has moved into a part time role as Special Counsel to Arch Re.

The Policy Committee carries out work for ABIR’s member companies, reviewing insurance regulation in Bermuda and overseas, international regulatory standards, public policy in Bermuda, and US natural disaster policy and regulation.

There is also a leadership change on the ABIR Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, with Bill Wharton, head of Argo Insurance Bermuda, appointed as the new chair. He succeeds Catherine Duffy of AIG and will continue to build on ABIR’s commitment to address diversity, equity and inclusion issues and opportunities.

Suzanne Williams-Charles, ABIR’s director of Policy and Regulation, Corporate Secretary, and Data Privacy Officer, staffs both the Policy and DEI committees.

Marc Grandisson, chair of ABIR and CEO of Arch Capital Group, said: “I want to thank Ed and Cathy for their tremendous leadership and significant contributions to ABIR’s work on behalf of the Bermuda market.

“I commend all the talented executives who give generously of their time, knowledge, and experience, leading and serving on ABIR’s committees and working groups. With their valuable support, Bermuda is well positioned to continue its global industry leadership.”

John Huff (pictured), President and CEO of ABIR, said: “ ABIR is pleased to announce these appointments, which reflect the deep bench of executive talent we have on island among our member companies. Bermuda is fortunate that these leaders commit to working together with ABIR to advance the public policy, advocacy and education interests of Bermuda’s leading re/insurers, a group that covers the world’s largest and most complex risks.”

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