Marsh JLT Specialty unveils key leadership appointments in UK, US and Asia

Broker Marsh has unveiled four newly created key leadership appointments in the UK, US and Asia to strengthen its Marsh JLT Specialty renewable energy capabilities.

Oliver Holme has joined Marsh as UK and US offshore wind leader, reporting to Hamish Roberts, power leader and Amy Barnes, energy & power leader, US and Canada. Holme most recently served as a lead risk and insurance specialist for a Danish utility’s UK and US offshore wind operating assets and developments. Based in London, Holme is expected to transfer to Boston in early 2021.

Martin Beck has been appointed to the role of Asia offshore wind & renewable energy leader, reporting to Glenn Preece, power & utility leader, Asia. Based in Singapore, Beck was formerly an offshore wind senior client advisor for Marsh GmbH in Hamburg, Germany.

Michael Kolodner has joined Marsh as US renewable energy leader, reporting to Barnes. Based in Philadelphia, Kolodner brings nearly 20 years of operations, brokerage, advisory, and underwriting experience in clean energy risk and insurance management to the role. He joins Marsh from Nuclear Electric Insurance, where he was most recently vice president of underwriting.

Finally, Darren Popham has been appointed UK renewable energy leader, reporting to Roberts. Based in London, Popham previously was a senior vice president in Marsh JLT Specialty’s construction practice where he spent the last 10 years specialising in placing construction insurance for privately owned power plants on a global basis.

Andrew George, global head of energy & power, Marsh JLT Specialty, said: “Marsh has deep capabilities to serve renewable energy clients as the world’s clean energy transition continues with ever greater contributions from renewable sources such as wind, solar, and offshore wind. Our energy clients increasingly need advisors who can help them navigate evolving risk landscapes and provide strategic solutions. The appointments of Oliver, Martin, Michael, and Darren are pivotal as we look to increase our commitment to this dynamic and fast growing market.”