Alesco taps Willis Towers Watson energy specialist Choppen

Alesco Risk Management Services, a specialist insurance and risk management broker, is expanded its energy division with the appointment of Bob Choppen, formerly deputy managing director of energy at Willis Towers Watson.

The move comes shortly after Alesco announced four key hires for its energy team earlier this month.

Choppen will take up the position of executive partner in October 2017, responsible for new business development with a particular focus on UK and European independent oil and gas companies.

Choppen began his career in the risk management team at global oil and gas giant, BP, before moving on to hold a series of director roles at Marsh, Heath Lambert Group and Aon. He brings 40 years of industry experience to the Alesco team, most recently advising independent oil and gas companies on effective risk management and placement strategies for energy and construction insurances.

Jonathan Lyne, chairman of Alesco’s energy division, commented: "Bob is a well-known industry figure that has been at the forefront of innovative product development in important areas such as employers’ liability, decommissioning security and, more recently, in fracking-related insurance solutions.

"He epitomises the client-first attitude we hold strong at Alesco and we are delighted that he has chosen to bring his many talents, creative thinking and wealth of sector-specific experience to the Alesco energy team."

Choppen added: "Alesco has had an exceptional few years of growth and is fast-becoming the destination of choice for experienced brokers who want the freedom to develop innovative solutions that help clients reduce the specific risks and exposures they face on a daily basis. I am looking forward to joining the stellar line-up of specialists in the Alesco team and being part of the business’s continued growth story."

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