Sydonie Williams Promoted to Lead International Cyber Risks at Beazley

Sydonie Williams Promoted to Lead International Cyber Risks at BeazleyBeazley, a renowned specialty insurer, has announced the promotion of Sydonie Williams to the position of Head of International Cyber Risks. Williams is set to take over her new responsibilities immediately, following her previous role as Focus Group Leader, Rest of the World (RoW), Cyber Risks.Since joining Beazley in 2019, Williams has demonstrated exceptional leadership and profound expertise. She has been pivotal in numerous achievements, including the development of the company’s celebrated cyber catastrophe bond.Prior to her tenure at Beazley, Williams spent nine years at Gen Re, where she was involved in writing property and marine reinsurance for both international and US markets.Alessandro Lezzi, the Group Head of Cyber Risks and Williams’ reporting manager, remarked, “Sydonie has been a vital member of the cyber team and a cornerstone of our Full Spectrum Cyber offering. Having collaborated closely with Sydonie over the past six years, I’ve witnessed her build an impressive market reputation as a leader in the cyber industry.”Lezzi added, “Her vast experience across multiple geographies ideally positions her to advance our strategy, enhance our capabilities, and assist our brokers and clients in navigating the complexities associated with cyber risk.”