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11 August 2022Insurance

WTW signals bold plans for US nat resources with ‘significant’ Lockton hire

Global broker  WTW has recruited “one of the best liability brokers” in the energy industry with more than 20 years’ experience gained at Lockton, Aon, Gallagher and Liberty Mutual Insurance, signalling its “bold” intentions to further expand in the natural resources sector.

Blake Koen is set to join WTW’s energy team in Houston as managing director, global client advocate, natural resources for its North America business. In his new role, Koen will help develop and execute the strategic direction of WTW’s energy business.

Most recently, Koen was a senior vice-president at Lockton in the North American energy team, having previously worked at Aon, Gallagher and Liberty Mutual. He was responsible for dealing with complex upstream and midstream companies and brings strong expertise in oil and gas segments.

Koen’s appointment follows five new hires in the energy team in Houston as part of WTW’s investment in its North American natural resources business.

Bill Helander, WTW, head of natural resources, North America, said: “We are delighted to have Blake join our rapidly expanding team. Blake is one of the best liability brokers and account executives in the energy industry and his recruitment is not only a significant hire for WTW, it also further signifies our bold intentions and commitment to the natural resources sector in North America.”

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