Explore key leadership shifts in insurance, risk management, and finance sectors, highlighting strategic appointments driving industry change.
Glenn Prager has been appointed as the executive director of government risk solutions at LexisNexis Risk Solutions. With over two decades of experience spanning both the public and private sectors, Prager is renowned for his expertise in fraud prevention, waste reduction, and ensuring rightful benefits distribution. In his new capacity, he will collaborate with the US Department of Health and Human Services, as well as state and local Medicaid departments and inspector general offices. Previously, Prager held significant roles, including that of Inspector General for the State of Arizona, and positions with the US Department of Justice and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
NFP, now a part of Aon, has announced Joseph D’Agostino as their senior vice president of property and casualty. Bringing nearly 20 years of experience, D’Agostino is adept at guiding companies through multifaceted risks, including IPOs and acquisitions. He will report to Daniel Rodliff, the senior vice president of P&C. His previous roles include partner at Willis Towers Watson and senior vice president at Aon.
Lynn O’Leary has been appointed as the president of US global specialty lines at Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions. Formerly CEO of RSA Luxembourg, O’Leary will concentrate on expanding Intact’s specialty footprint in the US. Her leadership in Europe was pivotal in fortifying broker relationships and broadening specialty offerings, noted by outgoing CEO T. Michael Miller.
MGT Insurance is pleased to welcome Paul Bessire as the AI & data principal engineer and Jason Johnson as the head of business development. Bessire, who previously served as CTO and chief data officer at Coterie Insurance, will focus on advancing MGT’s AI-driven risk assessment and pricing capabilities. Johnson, known for his expertise in expanding agency networks, will spearhead business development initiatives to broaden MGT’s national presence.
Ryan Hodges has been elevated to senior vice president of Risk Management at American Integrity Insurance Company. Hodges has been instrumental in navigating the complexities of hurricane and reinsurance seasons across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Jon Ritchie, the president of American Integrity, lauded Hodges’ mastery in catastrophe risk management and reinsurance strategies. Hodges will continue to lead the Risk Management department, ensuring prudent risk selection and maintaining balanced exposure levels.
New York Life has announced the appointment of Christopher D. Kastner, president and CEO of Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), to its board of directors. Kastner brings a wealth of operational and financial acumen and will participate on the board’s Audit and Investment committees. His previous leadership roles at HII and Northrop Grumman provide him with strategic insights that are expected to significantly boost New York Life’s capacity to deliver value to its policyholders.
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