Former StarStone and Guy Carpenter executive to lead MGA and syndicate growth
Volante Global has appointed Demian Smith as its new group chief executive officer, as the Acrisure-owned international MGA and Lloyd’s syndicate continues its strategic growth.
Smith brings three decades of re/insurance experience, having held senior leadership positions on both the broking and underwriting sides of the market.
He joins Volante from Guy Carpenter, where he spent the past five years as head of mutual, agency and captive solutions and co-head of strategic partnerships. He previously served as CEO of StarStone Group.
Volante chairman Martin Reith, who has been serving as interim CEO, will remain in his role as chair and work closely with Smith during the leadership transition.
“I am delighted to welcome Demian to Volante Global,” said Reith. “His experience and previous career made him an ideal candidate to succeed me as CEO.
“I have very much enjoyed working with colleagues at Volante Global and look forward to continuing that journey as chairman.”
Smith said: “I am thrilled to be joining Volante Global at such a pivotal moment in its journey.
“The depth of talent across the organisation is impressive, and I look forward to working closely with colleagues around the world to help unlock even more value.”
His appointment is subject to current contractual obligations and regulatory approval, Volante said.
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