Howden appoints Marsh exec as UAE CEO

Howden, part of Hyperion Insurance Group, has appointed Sajith Kumar as CEO of its United Arab Emirates (UAE) business.

Kumar joins Howden after more than fifteen years at Marsh, where he was CEO of Marsh Oman, and most recently, deputy CEO of Marsh Emirates.

In his new role, Kumar will be based in Dubai and will join the region’s senior leadership team. He will report to Atinc Yilmaz, regional CEO, Howden Turkey, the Middle East and Africa (TMEA).

The company said Arvind Kashyapa will retain his role as chairman, Howden UAE, and continue to manage his client relationships.

José Manuel González, CEO, Howden Broking Group, commented: “Last year we formed the TMEA region to harness our capabilities under the leadership of Atinc, and we’ve seen outstanding results following strategic steps taken in the region. Sajith’s experience and knowledge will be invaluable in driving Howden UAE into its next chapter of growth.”

Yilmaz added: “I couldn’t be more pleased that Sajith has decided to join Howden UAE. The last year has been transformative for the TMEA region. As well as the acquisition of ACP in Turkey, where we are now a leading broker, and the opening of our first offices in Oman and Tanzania, we have also built specialist practices across the TMEA region. I am confident that Sajith has the right experience to help deliver the ambitious objectives we have for the UAE.”

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