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Lucy Smith (L) and Stuart Wolstenholme, Tokio Marine HCC
25 July 2019Insurance

Tokio Marine expands professional risks unit with key new hires

Specialty insurance group Tokio Marine has appointed Stuart Wolstenholme and Lucy Smith to further expand its international media, film & TV capabilities within its professional risks division.

Wolstenholme joins as media property and liability underwriting manager. He previously worked for Tokio Marine Kiln, managing the media portfolio, and has held similar underwriting roles at Brit, Zurich and QBE. He will report into John Booth, underwriting director - professional risks.

Smith joins as media, film & TV underwriter from Axis and has held similar roles at CFC Underwriting and Sportscover. She will report into Ros Breese.

Tony Browne, managing director – professional risks commented: “I am delighted with the additions of Lucy and Stuart which highlights our desire to develop our Media, Film & TV related packaged product lines. We have seen significant growth in this sector over the past twelve months, and I am looking forward to expanding our offerings in this business area further as we introduce additional experience, knowledge and expertise to the team. Media risks are continually evolving, and through these hires, we can ensure our insurance offerings remain both relevant and highly regarded in the market.”

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