AXA XL Strengthens Its Leadership Team in the Americas With New Appointments

AXA XL Strengthens Its Wholesale Solutions Team in the Americas

AXA XL has made significant strides in enhancing its leadership team by appointing two seasoned professionals to its Americas Wholesale Solutions division. Betsy Higgens has been named as the Head of Casualty, Wholesale Solutions, while Megan Kelley steps in as the Head of Product, Wholesale Solutions. These strategic hires reflect AXA XL's commitment to expanding its wholesale business in a critical growth area across the Americas.

Lucy Pilko, the CEO of AXA XL Americas, spoke highly of the new appointments, stating, "At AXA XL, excess and surplus (ES) remains a strategic area of growth, and these appointments underscore our dedication to strengthening our leadership team. We aim to bring in individuals who not only bring exceptional expertise but also a forward-thinking approach to the industry. Betsy and Megan's combined experience and leadership will be vital in expanding our market presence, developing innovative solutions, and enhancing our relationships with brokers and clients."

Betsy Higgens joins AXA XL with over 16 years of experience in the Excess and Surplus casualty market. Her proven track record includes driving profitable growth, innovating underwriting strategies, and strengthening broker relationships. Throughout her career, Higgens has played an instrumental role in leading national growth initiatives, optimizing underwriting teams, and meeting significant premium milestones, making her an invaluable asset to the AXA XL team.

Megan Kelley, on the other hand, brings extensive expertise in managing strategic initiatives within the excess casualty insurance sector. Her background involves launching new products, overseeing large portfolios, and building strong client relationships, all of which are essential for providing tailored, market-leading solutions to AXA XL's wholesale partners.

AXA XL, as a pivotal division of AXA that focuses on property and specialty risk, delivers insurance and risk management solutions tailored to mid-sized companies, multinationals, and individuals worldwide. The company is recognized for its comprehensive capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and top talent. It collaborates with clients to redefine risk management and foster sustainable business growth. You can learn more about AXA XL and its services at www.axaxl.com.

As part of its ongoing commitment to innovation, AXA XL recently introduced its new campaign, 'Facing into Risk.' This initiative underscores the importance of confronting risks head-on—because while innovation drives progress, it also entails inherent risks. AXA XL believes that embracing and managing those risks enables its clients to continue making advancements in their respective fields.

With these strategic appointments, AXA XL is better positioned to not only enhance its service offerings but also drive growth and innovation within the commercial insurance market. As both Higgens and Kelley take their respective roles, the company looks forward to leveraging their extensive knowledge and experience to maximize market opportunities and build stronger relationships with clients and brokers alike. In addition, consumers and businesses looking for tailored insurance solutions can expect AXA XL to remain at the forefront of developing risk management strategies that resonate with today’s market demands.

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