Ed Messer and Jason Harger will take newly created global roles from 1 January 2027 as the broker increases investment in analytics and artificial intelligence
Gallagher Re has created two new global leadership roles focused on analytics and artificial intelligence (AI).
Ed Messer (pictured, top) has been appointed global head of analytics, while Jason Harger (pictured, below) will become global head of AI transformation.
Both appointments take effect from 1 January 2027, subject to transition and succession arrangements.
Messer was previously head of UK analytics and will now lead Gallagher Re’s global analytics function.
His remit will include setting the strategic direction for analytics across the business, supporting client decision-making and further developing the broker’s analytics-led capabilities.
Regional, global client, product and practice analytics leaders will report to Messer under the new structure.
Gallagher Re said the changes are designed to create a more connected global analytics function and improve collaboration and consistency across regions and specialties.
Harger was previously Gallagher Re’s chief digital officer and head of analytics in North America.
As global head of AI transformation, he will lead the broker’s enterprise AI agenda across regions, products, practices and functions.
His role will include translating Gallagher’s AI strategy into initiatives designed to improve client outcomes, colleague productivity and operational effectiveness, while identifying new growth opportunities.
Tom Wakefield, CEO of Gallagher Re, said: “Analytics and artificial intelligence are increasingly central to how we help clients navigate a more complex and interconnected risk environment.
“The creation of these new global leadership roles reflects our commitment to investing in the capabilities, expertise and innovation that will define the future of reinsurance broking.”
Wakefield added: “Ed and Jason are exceptional leaders whose experience, vision, and deep understanding of our business make them ideally suited to take on these roles.
“Together, they will help strengthen our ability to deliver differentiated insights, improve decision-making and create greater value for clients around the world.”
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