Sedgwick announces new leadership appointments in Japan and Taiwan

Sedgwick on Monday announced key leadership changes for its Asia operations, with Shuji Tanaka appointed as Chief Executive Officer for Japan and Cameron Lee elevated to CEO for Taiwan.

Tanaka brings nearly 40 years of claims experience in both the Japanese and US markets and succeeds Takeshi Nagao, who will transition to the role of Chairman.

Tanaka’s expertise spans corporate planning in information technology and risk management, along with extensive experience in claims management, particularly within commercial property and casualty insurance, Sedgwick said in its announcement.

Lee meanwhile brings nearly 20 years of experience as a loss adjuster and has been promoted to the position of Chief Executive Officer from his previous role as Head of Construction and Engineering.

He brings specialised knowledge in electrical engineering, electronic equipment, machinery breakdown, and the power plant industry sectors. Huoo-Lian Liou—also known as Andy Liou—has shifted from Managing Director to Chairman as part of the move.

Stephen Kerr, Sedgwick’s recently appointed Chief Executive Officer for Asia, expressed confidence in the new leadership duo in Japan and Taiwan: “Our new leadership in Japan and Taiwan will lead the development of new initiatives to support our clients in the region. Their stellar work and extensive insurance capabilities will support the continued success of our clients.”

Kerr also acknowledged the foundational work of Takeshi Nagao and Andy Liou, “I want to share my appreciation and gratitude for Takeshi-san and Andy for their leadership, and the incredible foundations they’ve laid for continued growth.”

In its announcement, Sedgwick said the new appointments support both its overall growth plan and its commitment to the Asia region in particular.

In November, the global loss adjuster announced it had received a US$1bn investment led by Altas Partners, raising its enterprise value to US$13.2bn. Sedgwick said the investment will help the business expand operations while continuing as an independent, private entity focused on claims handling, leveraging data, and technology.