Tokio Marine Europe CEO exits after 19+ years for global insurer in Italy

Tokio Marine HCC International (TMHCCI) has appointed a new chief executive officer for its European operations following the departure of Christian Kanu after almost two decades with the company.

Vanesa Herrero (Pictured), current head of Tokio Marine Europe (TME) claims, has been appointed to the position of CEO, TME. She has been with the company for over 20 years.

Herrero’s appointment follows the imminent departure of Kanu who is leaving TMHCCI to take up a new role at a global insurer in Italy. Kanu has worked at Tokio Marine in various leadership roles since 2003.

In addition to her new role, Herrero will retain oversight of TME’s claims function.

Barry Cook, chairman and chief executive officer of TMHCCI, said: “Christian has been an enormous asset to TMHCCI over the past 19 years and, while we are sad to see him leave, we wish him all the best for the future.”

“At the same time, we are delighted to welcome Vanesa into her new role. Having worked at TMHCCI for over 20 years, Vanesa brings a wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of the European insurance market, and is ideally placed to lead our European operation as we continue to grow and expand.”

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