20-year industry veteran has led growth of Chubb's commercial
and consumer businesses in Australia and New
Zealand
LONDON, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb today
announced Peter Kelaher has been
appointed Division President of Continental Europe, Middle East and North Africa. Currently, he serves as Country
President of Australia and
New Zealand. In his new role,
Kelaher will have executive operating responsibility for 24
countries in Continental Europe, Middle
East and North Africa.
The appointment, which is subject to regulatory approval, is
expected to be effective 1 September 2024. Kelaher will be
based in Paris and report to
David Furby, Senior Vice President,
Chubb Group and Regional President
Europe, Middle East and
Africa.
"Peter brings more than 20 years of experience, including more
than 15 years at Chubb, to this important role within the region,"
said Furby. "He has played an important role in leading our growing
commercial and consumer businesses in Australia and New
Zealand. I look forward to working with him to continue the
development of our business throughout Continental Europe,
Middle East and Africa."
Paul McNamee, Executive Vice
President, Chubb Group and
President, Overseas General Insurance, said, "Peter is a highly
effective executive who has built substantial businesses,
thoughtfully driving distribution, technology and product
innovation in highly competitive markets. I have every confidence
in his ability to lead our teams across Continental Europe,
Middle East and Africa."
Kelaher has more than 20 years of experience in the insurance
industry. He joined Chubb Australia in 2007 as Senior Underwriter
and, prior to his role as Country President for Australia & New
Zealand, he held increasingly senior roles in Australia & New
Zealand. Kelaher began his career as a financial lines
underwriter for a P&C insurance company in Australia.
Kelaher holds a bachelor's degree of Laws and International
Business from University of Technology, Sydney.
Kelaher succeeds Sara Mitchell,
who will be leaving Chubb.
About Chubb
Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54
countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal
property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental
health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group
of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and
manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our
claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its
extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution
capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations
globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York
Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500
index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New
York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs
approximately 40,000 people worldwide. Additional information can
be found at: www.chubb.com.
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