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Tysers Strengthens Asia and MEA operations with hires of Jayees Ibrahim and Elias Nohra

The Lloyd's specialty broker hires Ibrahim (pictured left) and Nohra (picture right) to strengthen its presence in Asia and MEA.
Tysers strengthens asia and mea operations with hires of jayees ibrahim and elias nohra  rein asia
February 6, 2024

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Tysers has appointed Jayees Ibrahim and Elias Nohra as Senior Brokers in Dubai. The pair will oversee Asia and the Middle East and Africa (MEA) business, as the Lloyd’s specialty broker looks to expand its presence in the regions.

Ibrahim moved from Aon Re and has a background in handling complex, large-scale risks in the energy, property and construction sectors. Nohra, meanwhile, has technical expertise and experience in engineering and construction risks.

James Cooke, Head of Property & Casualty, MEA at Tysers, commented, “Jayees and Elias are outstanding brokers with extensive experience in providing clients with innovative, bespoke insurance solutions for complex risks. They are joining Tysers at an exciting time.”

Mike Emmett, CEO of AUB Group and Tysers, added, “The hires highlight our strategy of regional expansion and growth and reflect our ability to attract and retain exceptional talent.”

Tysers, a specialist insurance broker with its headquarters in London, operates across 140 countries and is a part of the AUB Group.

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