Mirnik to succeed Štěpán as VIG Re head of Central & Eastern Europe

Czech Republic-based reinsurer VIG Re has appointed Aleš Mirnik as new head of Central & Eastern Europe, succeeding Petr Štěpán.Czech Republic-based reinsurer VIG Re has appointed Aleš Mirnik as new head of Central & Eastern Europe, succeeding Petr Štěpán.

Štěpán has decided to leave after five years to pursue opportunities outside of VIG Group.

Mirnik will be responsible of the non-life treaty underwriting for CEE region, including Baltics, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, CIS countries and Turkey for business originating from inside and outside of VIG Group. He will report to Tomasz Rowicki, responsible board member for business assumed from the region.

Mirnik has over 15 years of experience in the reinsurance industry. He started his career as an underwriter in Sava Re in 2003 where he developed their international third-party business as an executive director.

Johannes Martin Hartmann, VIG Re’s chairman of the board of directors: “I would like to thank Petr for his outstanding contribution to the Company over the past 5 years. Petr has been pivotal for establishing VIG Re as a leading reinsurance company in the region. We are losing an excellent underwriter and I wish Petr all success in his further professional career.

"I am confident that the appointment of Aleš as Petr’s successor will ensure a smooth transition. He is not only well known for his in-depth knowledge of the CEE markets but earned a high reputation for his client focus and business enabling skills. Aleš leadership style matches perfectly to our company culture and will further strengthen the excellence of our underwriting team and client delivery.”

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